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Jasmine Harman from A Place In The Sun has spoken out about her co-star Jonnie Irwin’s death, a month after he sadly passed away at 50 following a brave fight with cancer.
Jasmine, who worked with Jonnie on the popular show, shared her feelings while at A Place In The Sun Live. She said: “It’s been a month since we lost a very special person; someone I was lucky enough to call a friend.”
She added: “Time has this weird habit of keeping on going when it feels like it should stop. Today I’m at A Place in the Sun Live and it is hard as Jonnie is on my mind a lot.”
She continued: “Over the years, we were always filming in different locations and so we most frequently got to spend time together at the A Place in the Sun Live events. This photo was taken here last year in Manchester.”
She confessed: “It feels strange and sad to be here without him. He was such an inspiration to so many people and he is missed so much. Thank you to all the people who have given messages of support and as always my thoughts and love are with Jonnie’s family.
Jonnie, who also hosted BBC’s Escape To The Country, revealed in November 2022 that he had been diagnosed with lung cancer in 2020 and that it had spread to his brain.
In early February, a family spokesperson said Jonnie had “fought bravely against cancer with unwavering strength and courage” before he died at 50.
Jasmine, aged 48, wrote on Instagram that she had “never known anyone as strong” as Jonnie.
She remembered their time as co-hosts fondly, saying: “To begin our TV careers together was a pleasure and a privilege I will be eternally grateful for. Almost twenty years ago, as two nervous new presenters (me perhaps more nervous than you! ) little did we know about the adventure we were about to embark on, and the friends we would become.”
Jasmine spoke about his joy in being a family man: “Never were you happier than in your role as husband and dad to the most awesome three boys you are a legend.”
She talked about valuing every moment of life: “We can, in your memory learn to cherish every hug, every conversation, every moment, for the priceless time we have. Enjoy every breath, every sunrise and sunset, never take anything for granted, because tomorrow is not promised.”
She finished by praising how he faced his sickness: “Jonnie, you’ve taught me so much in our time as work colleagues and as good friends,” she said.
“I have never admired you more than over the last few years as you’ve faced life with cancer with positivity, determination and bloody mindedness. I’ve never known anyone as strong as you. You have done yourself, your loved ones and all of us proud. The world is a little darker today without you, but I will always smile when I think of you. My partner in crime, my OG co-presenter Jonnie, I will miss you.”
A family spokesperson announced the sad news of Jonnie’s passing in a statement: “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. At this time, we kindly ask for the privacy of Jonnie’s family as they navigate through this profound loss.”
Jonnie first realised something was wrong while filming A Place In The Sun in Italy in August 2020. His vision blurred during a car ride – fast forward a week on return to the UK, he would learn that he only had six months left because of his lung cancer.
In 2023, deciding to make the most out of each moment, Jonnie celebrated turning 50 earlier than planned with a huge party of 170 family members and friends.
Jonnie leaves behind his wife Jessica and their three sons – Rex, and twins Rafa and Cormac.
If you or a loved one are dealing with cancer, the Macmillan Support Line offers confidential support. You can reach them at 0808 808 0000.
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