Our dearest Dame Esther Rantzen has just been diagnosed with lung cancer, and she chooses to remain optimistic throughout the journey. The TV personality and founder of Childline and The Silver Line charities confirmed the news to the public on Sunday.
Keep reading for the details.
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Rantzen’s Statement
The 82-year-old revealed this information in a statement to the PA news agency over the weekend, confirming that the ailment has now spread to other areas of her body.
Not A Secret Anymore
The veteran decided to reveal the news and control her narrative after months of going to the hospital donning disguises.
Gratitude To The Fans
Rantzen showed gratitude to the fans, family, and colleagues who have made 82 years of her life so joyful as she looked back over the years.
Thanking Her Three Children
She extended gratitude to her three lovely children, who have been a huge source of support.
Thanking Her Friends And Colleagues
The veteran also expressed her heartfelt gratitude to her friends in the broadcasting industry, who have been nothing but a pleasure to work with.
Esther’s Stunning Career At BBC
The talent was quite popular at BBC, where she presented That’s Life from 1973-1994. The program featured a mix of investigations, topical issues, and entertainment.
More Groundbreaking Career Moments
She also anchored the 2018 Channel 5 consumer advice show Esther Rantzen’s House Trap , after which she produced a film for the channel in 2021 titled Living With Grief.
Esther’s Charities
After her massive run in the journalism and broadcasting sector, she founded Childline in 1986, a children’s charity. Sir Peter Wanless, CEO of the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children or NSPCC, responded to the news of her cancer on Sunday as he spoke on behalf of Childline’s volunteers, staff, and supporters.
“Esther’s tireless commitment to Childline and the wider NSPCC over the years is truly inspiring and the positive impact that’s she had on children’s lives is unimaginable.” he said as he sent his love and best wishes to the legend.
Creating The Silver Line In 2012
Rantzen helped bring The Silver Line charity to life in 2012. The body was set up as a helpline to help older people combat loneliness. She spent a better part of the global coronavirus pandemic speaking up against lockdown restrictions as they encouraged loneliness and isolation among older and vulnerable people.
