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Annabel Giles dead: I’m A Celeb star dies aged 64 – months after being diagnosed with brain tumour
The I'm A Celeb star headed Down Under in 2013
TV presenter and actress Annabel Giles has died after being diagnosed with a brain tumour in July.
The devastating news was shared by the 64-year-old's loved ones today.
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Annabel's children Molly and Ted said their "incredible" mum had been tragically diagnosed with a brain tumour earlier this year.
They said her spirits remained high as she underwent multiple intense surgeries, and she kept her "quick wit until the very end".
The family shared the devastating news on Annabel's Instagram today, revealing the I'm A Celeb star passed away yesterday afternoon.
Molly and Ted's heartbreaking statement read: "It is with heavy hearts that we inform you of the death of our incredible mother, Annabel Giles, who passed away peacefully yesterday afternoon at Martlets Hospice in Hove.
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"In July, Mum was diagnosed with a stage 4 Glioblastoma, a fast-growing and highly aggressive malignant brain tumour.
"In the four months that followed, she displayed remarkable resilience and strength, despite undergoing brain surgery and countless radiotherapies.
"In her final weeks, she was passionate about raising awareness for Glioblastoma, embodying her lifelong commitment to helping others."
Annabel's children said she "was truly one of a kind, an enigma to those privileged to share her life".
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Their statement continued: "True to her nature, she kept spirits high and maintained her quick wit until the very end.
"Her humour and laughter will leave us inspired to live life to the fullest, just as she always did."
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.
Annabel had been part of the 13th series of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here back 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 programme Our 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.
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.
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 a television and radio presenter, a novelist and a model.
Earlier this year the mum opened up about having to sell her house after her mortgage trebled.
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.
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"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."
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