TV presenter dies at 64 after battle with glioblastoma as children pay tribute (2024)

22nd Nov 2023, 03:00By Matthew Aquino

Michael Smiley posts a touching tribute

Actor and comedian Michael Smiley posted a heartfelt tribute for Annabel Giles on his X account (formerly Twitter).

He wrote: "I can’t believe she’s gone, I’m devastated. The epitome of classy kindness.

"This photo is when we went to Adelaide for the comedy festival in 1996. We teased each other relentlessly.

"I loved her dearly. I, like so many others, am heartbroken. Rest in peace beautiful Annabel Giles."

Below the kind words is a picture of the two at a comedy festival in Adelaide.

22nd Nov 2023, 02:00By Matthew Aquino

Annabel had to sell her house

I'm A Celeb star Annabel Giles revealed earlier this year she had to sell her house after her mortgage trebled.

Annabel hit out at "tax dodgers" as she revealed she had to sell up because of her "interest-only" mortgage.

The Home Stately Home presenter said her payments had "trebled" in recent weeks.

"I wish I had so much money that I carelessly forgot to pay the Inland Revenue £3m," Annabel penned.

"I’m having to sell my house because my interest-only mortgage has trebled, thanks to these bunch of tax dodgers."

22nd Nov 2023, 01:00By Matthew Aquino

Fans pay tribute to the star

Multiple fans have taken to X (formerly Twitter) to remember the TV star.

22nd Nov 2023, 00:00By Matthew Aquino

More on Annabel's time on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here

She arrived as a late arrival alongside former Strictly Come Dancing professional Vicent Simone.

Despite her late entry and after only two Bushtucker trials, Anabel became the first celebrity to leave the jungle.

The tv star has died at the age of 64 after being diagnosed with a brain tumour in July.

21st Nov 2023, 23:00By Matthew Aquino

How did Annabel do on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here

Annabel was part of the 13th series ofI'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Hereback in 2013, entering the jungle on day five.

She came out of the show in 12th place after failing to impress viewers at home, who voted her out of the show.

In 2018, Annabel returned to TV as she took to a role in ITV programmeOur Shirley Valentine Summer.

MOVE OUT I'm selling my home as my mortgage has trebled, says I’m A Celeb's Annabel Giles

21st Nov 2023, 22:00By Matthew Aquino

More on Annabel's love life

Annabel had been married to Ultravox lead singerMidge Ure.

The couple tied the knot in 1985 - but split in 1989.

In 2013, Annabel was in a relationship with a woman, but it is not known how long the relationship lasted.

21st Nov 2023, 21:30By Amanda Castro

Glioblastoma explained

One kind of glioma, or brain tumour, that arises from glial cells in the brain are termed glioblastomas.

Grade four brain tumors known as glioblastomas, can go by the names glioblastoma multiforme, GBM, GBM4, or grade four astrocytomas.

The Brain Tumour Charity states that they are expanding quickly, have tendrils that resemble threads and reach into different areas of the brain, are likely to spread throughout the brain, and may recur.

In the UK, they account for approximately 78% of malignant brain tumours in adults, and glioblastomas are detected in about 3,000 people annually.

21st Nov 2023, 21:00By Amanda Castro

Annabel died of cancer

Actress and TV presenter Annabel Giles passed away following a stage four glioblastoma diagnosis.

Brain tumours come in a variety of forms and can be categorized as low- or high-grade.

21st Nov 2023, 20:30By Amanda Castro

Children ask for donations made to go to hospice facility

Annabel's children asked that any donations go to Martlets Hospice, adding: "We thank you for your love and support and kindly request that you respect our privacy at this challenging time.

"In lieu of flowers or other gifts, we would be grateful for donations to Martlets Hospice, whose exceptional care was a great source of comfort throughout this journey.

"With heartfelt thanks, Molly & Tedd x."

21st Nov 2023, 20:00By Matthew Aquino

Annabel Giles pictured

Annabel Giles has died at the age of 64 after being diagnosed with a brain tumour in July, her family announced this evening.

21st Nov 2023, 19:43By Amanda Castro

Annabel had two children

The former The Wright Stuff guest had one daughter with ex-husband and Ultravox lead singer Midge Ure, who she was married to between 1985 and 1989.

Annabel also had a son Ted, who was born in 1998.

21st Nov 2023, 19:38By Amanda Castro

Not a stranger to TV

In 2018, Annabel returned to TV as she took to a role in ITV programmeOur Shirley Valentine Summer.

The mum, who was best known as co-presenter of ITV's Posh Frocks and New Trousers, has also appeared on Have I Got News For You, Through the Keyhole, and Noel's House Party.

21st Nov 2023, 19:33By Matthew Aquino

Annabel's early career

The star, who was born in Pontypool,Wales, started her media career in the 1990s for ITV show's Razzmatazz and Night Network.

She went on to chase a career as atelevisionandradiopresenter, a novelist, and a model.

The star died at the age of 64 yesterday afternoon her family announced.

21st Nov 2023, 19:29By Amanda Castro

Annabel was an I'm A Celebrity star

Annabel had been part of the 13th series ofI'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Hereback in 2013, entering the jungle on day five.

She came out of the show in 12th place after failing to impress viewers at home, who voted her out of the show.

21st Nov 2023, 19:26By Sophie Gable

Family confirms death, part two

The statement continued: "In her final weeks, she was passionate about raising awareness for Glioblastoma, embodying her lifelong commitment to helping others."

"Her humour and laughter will leave us inspired to live life to the fullest, just as she always did."

21st Nov 2023, 19:24By Sophie Gable

Family confirms death

Annabel Giles' family announced her death in a statement posted to Instagram.

Her children wrote: "In July, Mum was diagnosed with a stage 4 Glioblastoma, a fast-growing and highly aggressive malignant brain tumor."

"In the four months that followed, she displayed remarkable resilience and strength, despite undergoing brain surgery and countless radiotherapies."

21st Nov 2023, 19:21By Amanda Castro

Annabel's tragic final post

The mum's tragic final post on social media came just weeks before her cancer diagnosis.

She was lad pictured in the months beforehand - beaming with bright red hair.

21st Nov 2023, 19:16By Matthew Aquino

Annabel Giles has died

Television presenter and actress Annabel Giles has died after being diagnosed with a brain tumour in July.

The family shared the devastating news on Annabel'sInstagramtoday, revealing the I'm A Celeb star passed away yesterday afternoon.

Giles was 64 years old.