BBC star Maddy Anholt has died at the age of 35 following a lengthy battle with a rare brain cancer shortly after she gave birth to her daughter.
The presenter starred in a number of BBC, ITV and Channel 4 sitcoms, with many fans recognising her as a frequent guest on This Morning.
She was also an ambassador for Women’s Aid and went on to write two books about domestic violence and toxic relationships in the home.
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Most recently, Anholt wrote for The Sun in 2022 about how readers can exit a toxic or abusive relationship and how to look after yourself.
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Her family confirmed her tragic death on Wednesday evening (September 13) in an emotional post on GoFundMe.
It read: “It is with profound sorrow that we announce the death of Maddy Anholt , our beloved daughter, sister, twin, friend, wife and mother, who left this world on Wednesday 13th September, aged 35.
“You may know that shortly after the birth of her incredible daughter Opal last year, Maddy was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of brain cancer.
“She handled the ensuing surgery and treatment with astonishing grace and courage, accompanied every step of the way by her family and devoted husband, Ben.
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“She spent her final weeks at her parents’ home, Sunflower House, bathed in love and calm, and with the sounds of nature all around.”
The family added: “We are overwhelmed with gratitude to the many friends who have upheld up with their love and prayers during this difficult time – as well as the countless nurses, doctors and the NHS as a whole, who treated her with unfailing dignity and compassion.
“In particular we would like to thank the magnificent team at Seaton Hospice at Home, who are the embodiment of empathy, professionalism and love.”
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The family have since asked fans who feel compelled to share their sympathies to donate to the fundraiser set up to help provide for Maddy’s one-year-old daughter Opal.
Alternatively, fans can also make a contribution to Maddy’s favourite charity, Women’s Aid ahead of a ceremony to mourn her loss on Saturday (September 16).
The family have currently raised £6,821 in less than 24 hours, soon to reach their target of £10,000 for her little one’s future.
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