Presenter of Channel 4’s A Place in the Sun Jonnie Irwin dies at 50

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The TV presenter Jonnie Irwin has died aged 50, his agent confirmed on Friday.

 

Irwin, who presented Channel 4’s A Place in the Sun and the BBC’s Escape to the Country, revealed in November 2022 that his lung cancer had spread to his brain and it was terminal.

 

A statement posted on the presenter’s Instagram account paid tribute to his “kindness, warmth and infectious spirit” and referred to his family’s “immeasurable” grief and “profound loss”.

 

Alongside a photograph of the late TV host and his wife, Jessica Holmes, with whom he has three young sons – Rex and twins Rafa and Cormac – the tribute read: “In loving memory. It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Jonnie’s passing.

 

“A truly remarkable soul, he fought bravely against cancer with unwavering strength and courage. Jonnie touched the lives of so many with his kindness, warmth and infectious spirit.”

 

It continued: “At this time, we kindly ask for the privacy of Jonnie’s family as they navigate through this profound loss. Their grief is immeasurable, and your thoughts, prayers and support are deeply appreciated.

 

“As we remember the beautiful moments shared with Jonnie, let us celebrate a life well lived and a legacy that will for ever be etched in our hearts. Jonnie may be gone from our sight, but his love, laughter and memories will live on.

 

“Rest in peace, dear Jonnie. You will be dearly missed, but never forgotten.”

 

Irwin presented the popular Channel 4 property show from 2004 until 2021. After sharing his terminal diagnosis, he said he hoped it would inspire others to “make the most of every day” ...