The 82-year-old broadcaster, That's Life! presenter and founder of ChildLine says she remains 'optimistic'
Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic.” “I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. Dame Esther said in a statement to PA Media: “In the last few weeks I have discovered that I am suffering from lung cancer which has now spread.
The veteran broadcaster has said she is "remaining optimistic" after receiving her diagnosis.
Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic.” Esther added: “I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. “In the last few weeks I have discovered that I am suffering from lung cancer which has now spread,” she said. “First and foremost my family. “As I am sure you will understand, while I am awaiting the results of the tests, I am unable to answer questions. “My colleagues with whom I have worked, and continue to work with in broadcasting, journalism, the voluntary sector, and in many other organisations have been a constant pleasure, and have amazed me with their tolerance of my wild ideas and awful jokes.”
The broadcaster, who also founded the charities Childline and The Silver Line, shared the news on Sunday (27 January), confirming that she no longer wanted to ...
Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic.” “I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. “First and foremost my family.
Journalist and presenter Dame Esther Rantzen has revealed she has been diagnosed with lung cancer. The 82-year-old broadcaster and long-time activist and founder of charities Childline and The Silver Line confirmed the news ...
“First and foremost my family. [Dame Esther](https://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/19736698.tv-dame-esther-rantzen-supports-minstead-trust/) added: “At the age of 82, this diagnosis has prompted me to look back over the years, and I want to express my profound thanks to everyone who has made my life so joyful, filled with fun, and with inspiration. [Dame Esther](https://www.hackneygazette.co.uk/news/national/23056711.esther-rantzen-congratulates-bbc-saying-weve-never-needed-more/) said: “In the last few weeks I have discovered that I am suffering from lung cancer which has now spread.
Dame Esther, 82, said in a statement to the PA news agency: 'In the last few weeks I have discovered that I am suffering from lung cancer which has now spread.'.
Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic.' 'I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. 'First and foremost my family. 'Optimistic': Dame Esther said in a statement to the PA news agency: 'In the last few weeks I have discovered that I am suffering from lung cancer which has now spread' Dame Esther, 82, said in a statement to the PA news agency: 'In the last few weeks I have discovered that I am suffering from lung cancer which has now spread.' Dame Esther Rantzen has said she is remaining 'optimistic' after revealing she has been diagnosed with lung
The legendary presenter, who founded the charities The Silver Line and Childline, confirmed the news on Sunday. The 82-year-old said in a statement: "In the ...
She was made a DBE in 2015 for services to children and older people through ChildLine and The Silver Line. Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic." "I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. My three children Miriam, Rebecca and Joshua have been the most wonderful support, company, and source of love and laughter and I am deeply grateful to them. "At the moment I am undergoing various tests, to assess the best treatment. The 82-year-old said in a statement: "In the last few weeks I have discovered that I am suffering from lung cancer which has now spread.
The 82-year-old broadcaster, long-time activist and founder of charities Childline and The Silver Line, confirmed the news on Sunday. However, the star is ...
‘I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. Dame Esther said: ‘In the last few weeks I have discovered that I am suffering from lung cancer which has now spread. She was made a DBE in 2015 for services to children and older people through ChildLine and The Silver Line. In addition to her success as a journalist and broadcaster, Dame Esther is also the founder of children’s charity Childline, which she established in 1986. In 2021, Dame Esther received the lifetime achievement award at the Women of the Year Awards for her charity work. Dame Esther went on to declare her love for her family: ‘My three children Miriam, Rebecca and Joshua have been the most wonderful support, company, and source of love and laughter and I am deeply grateful to them.’
The 82-year-old former That's Life! presenter founded the charities Childline and The Silver Line.
Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic.” “I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. “First and foremost my family.
The 82-year-old broadcaster and charity founder confirmed the news in a statement.
She was made a DBE in 2015 for services to children and older people through ChildLine and The Silver Line. As I am sure you will understand, while I am awaiting the results of the tests, I am unable to answer questions. Dame Esther also set up The Silver Line in 2013, a charity which supports elderly people in the UK who are battling loneliness. In addition to her success as a journalist and broadcaster, Dame Esther is also the founder of children’s charity Childline, which she established in 1986. Sharing a statement to the PA new agency, Dame Esther said the cancer has "spread" but that she is remaining "optimistic". "I have decided not to keep this secret any more because I find it difficult to skulk around various hospitals wearing an unconvincing disguise, and because I would rather you heard the facts from me.
The broadcaster, who set up charities Childline and The Silver Line, says she is undergoing tests to assess the best treatment.
"I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. "First and foremost my family. "My colleagues with whom I have worked, and continue to work with in broadcasting, journalism, the voluntary sector, and in many other organisations, have been a constant pleasure, and have amazed me with their tolerance of my wild ideas and awful jokes.
The 82-year-old broadcaster and long-time activist and founder of charities Childline and The Silver Line confirmed the news on Sunday, January 29.
“First and foremost my family. [Dame Esther](https://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/19736698.tv-dame-esther-rantzen-supports-minstead-trust/) added: “At the age of 82, this diagnosis has prompted me to look back over the years, and I want to express my profound thanks to everyone who has made my life so joyful, filled with fun, and with inspiration. [Dame Esther](https://www.hackneygazette.co.uk/news/national/23056711.esther-rantzen-congratulates-bbc-saying-weve-never-needed-more/) said: “In the last few weeks I have discovered that I am suffering from lung cancer which has now spread.
The 82-year-old broadcaster and founder of charities including Childline and The Silver Line, confirmed the news on Sunday. In a statement, she said: “In the ...
Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic.” “I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. At the moment I am undergoing various tests, to assess the best treatment.
The 82-year-old former That's Life! presenter founded the charities Childline and The Silver Line.
Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic.” “I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. At the moment I am undergoing various tests, to assess the best treatment.
The 82-year-old broadcaster founded charities Childline and The Silver Line, receiving a Damehood for her endeavours in services to children and older people in ...
“I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. No matter what, she has always been here for children and young people and likewise, we are here to support her during this challenging time.” “At the age of 82, this diagnosis has prompted me to look back over the years, and I want to express my profound thanks to everyone who has made my life so joyful, filled with fun, and with inspiration. As I am sure you will understand, while I am awaiting the results of the tests, I am unable to answer questions. “My friends have been amazing and have created memories which sustain me and give me strength. "At the moment I am undergoing various tests, to assess the best treatment.
Dame Esther Rantzen revealed she has been diagnosed with lung cancer, which has spread to other parts of the body.
In 2021, Dame Esther received the lifetime achievement award at the Women of the Year Awards for her charity work. The charity offers counselling and support for children and young people in the UK up until the age of 19. In addition to her success as a journalist and broadcaster, Dame Esther is also the founder of children’s charity Childline, which she established in 1986.
Fans took to Twitter to share an outpouring of sorrow and praise for Dame Esther, calling her a 'living legend' and admiring her 'positive attitude'.
Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic.' 'I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. And thank her for her activism shining a light on the vulnerable & otherwise unheard, young & old'. Wishing her all the best as she receives treatment.' All the best, you're in my prayers x'. Another echoed: 'Wishing Esther Rantzen every success with her cancer treatment.
Pair appeared on ITV reality show 'I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here' together in 2008.
“Esther and I were the senior members of that team in the jungle and we were the early risers,” he said. Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic.” campmate [Esther Rantzen](/topic/esther-rantzen) following her [lung cancer](/topic/lung-cancer) diagnosis.
The Childline founder and BBC broadcaster expressed her "profound thanks to everyone who has made my life so joyful"
“Esther and I were the senior members of that team in the jungle and we were the early risers,” he said. George Takei, who appeared on the reality show I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here with Dame Esther in 2008, told Good Morning Britain: “I love her dearly. My thoughts & prayers are with her & I wish her all the best for a speedy recovery. Dame Esther became a household name and a pioneer for female journalists during her career. “I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic.”
The former broadcaster and founder of charity Childline revealed she has been diagnosed with 'lung cancer which has now spread'
“I love her dearly. They had three children together Miriam, Rebecca, and Josh. Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic.” “I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. At the moment I am undergoing various tests, to assess the best treatment. Advertisement
Former That's Life! presenter Dame Esther Rantzen said she remains "optimistic" after revealing she has been diagnosed with lung cancer.
Thanks to the extraordinary skills of the medical profession there are wonderful new treatments, so I am remaining optimistic.” “I have been continuously inspired by the courageous children, older people and viewers who have trusted me with their life stories. “First and foremost my family.