Dame Deborah James feels 'blessed' to be here after 'outliving' doctors' predictions again

RUMOURS have been swirling around over who will host ITV’s possible reboot of Big Brother. Naturally, former presenter Davina McCall had her name thrown into the mix, and ex-Celebrity BB winner Rylan Clark was also in the frame.

DEATH in Paradise star Ralf Little fought back the tears as he was given some heartbreaking news on Who Do You Think You Are? The actor - who plays DI Neville Parker in the BBC show - was interested to find out what his grandad Arthur got up to when he was alive. Ralf, 42, found out that he started off his career as a physiatric nurse, but soon qualified as an air mechanic in 1943.

FORMER Towie star James Argent is launching a nationwide tour — of caravan parks. The 34-year-old, who has battled drink and drug demons, will be crooning his way up and down the country.

BBC presenter Deborah James left her fans emotional as she shared comparison pictures of herself in the same place but five years apart.

For someone who’s been up since 5am to prepare for her ITV morning chat show, there’s a sprightly air to Lorraine Kelly when we catch up with her. With her hair piled high, the 62-year-old broadcaster is speaking over Zoom from the back of a car on the way home from ITV’s London studio. She’s just as engaging as she is when interviewing her own guests and there’s a radiance to her – and we have a feeling her recent lifestyle overhaul has something to do with her extra sparkle.

cancer. The You, Me and The Big C podcast host, 40, is currently having end of life care after battling the disease for over five years. She took to Instagram to share a series of glammed up photos of her at the opera over the weekend, adding snaps of the same event five years earlier, just months after she had been diagnosed with cancer.Dame Deborah told her followers: ‘Another day, brings another excuse to spend half of it exhausting myself getting dressed up to go to one of my favourite places!!!! @glyndebourne to watch #laboheme – But totally worth it. ‘Thank you @glyndebourne for being so lovely and welcoming tonight – doing all this in a wheelchair is certainly a new challenge to learn!’She added: ‘I can’t believe I was last here 5 years ago this week – scared, newly diagnosed, just trying to do the same as I’m doing now – taking things one day at a time!! ‘Anyone that’s followed me for years knows that the British season is my favourite time of the year hence why all my @inthestyle dresses are named after events!! So I figured My aim is just try to fit in a few whilst I’m still kicking around and am able to!’Despite the stunning photos of her and husband Set dressed to the nines for the event, Dame Deborah admitted it is getting more difficult for her to get out and do the things she enjoys. She explained: ‘But be under no illusion! I’m knackered! I’ve worked out it takes me longer to get ready and organised to go than the time I actually last anywhere!! ‘Getting dressed is tiring, getting meds organised is tiring, the extra moving, the travel, the wondering what mood your stomach is in – its all real! ‘But then the feeling of making it to something you didn’t think possible, having put make up on, donning new

Deborah James has explained to Instagram followers that she is "trying to find the diamond moments in the rough" as she continues her end-of-life care.The podcaster tragically revealed in May that there was no more that could be done to treat her stage four cancer as she returned home to be with family.With her harrowing and touching story reaching the hearts of many, Deborah went on to raise over £6.5 million for Cancer Research and was awarded a damehood by the Queen for her tireless efforts.The You, Me And The Big C host has already explained that doctors have no idea at this stage how long she has left to live and therefore Deborah is taking each day as it comes - enjoying some of the many things that we all take for granted.Having relocated to her parents family estate in Surrey the Bowelbabe hero took some time out to enjoy a meal out.It is rare for Deborah to leave her lavish country estate but she instead opted for a change of scenery to bring in the weekend while appreciating the feels of the warm weather on her skin.The mum-of-two took to Instagram with a happy snap of herself tucking into what looked like a delicious and nutritious meal outside in a beautiful setting.She penned: "Happy Friday! Feeling grateful to be able to enjoy another moment of sunshine on my face, and food that makes me smile!” she wrote."Just trying to find the diamond moments in the rough - but when you look hard enough you realise they can still be there! Thanks as always for your amazing messages and love.

Deborah James has said she’s “trying to find the diamond moments in the rough” as she enjoyed a meal out.The 40 year old podcaster was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer in December 2016, and has tirelessly raised awareness and committed to fundraising for research ever since, raising over £6.5million for her Bowel Babe campaign. In May, she announced the heart-breaking news that she was now receiving end of life care and has relocated to her parents’ home in Surrey to be closer to family and friends.

Lorraine Kelly! The ITV presenter has taken part in an emotional and uplifting event, Race for Life, after being inspired by Dame Deborah James aka Bowel Babe. In her HELLO! diary, Lorraine shares a glimpse at the day out aimed at raising funds and awareness for cancer research.READ: Lorraine Kelly reacts to heartbreaking update from Deborah JamesThis week was very emotional as me and many of my fantastic team from my Lorraine TV show took part in the "Race for Life" event to raise awareness and funds for cancer research.We were all inspired by the force of nature that is Dame Deborah James who has done so much to take the stigma out of bowel cancer, and is the heart and soul of our life saving "No Butts" campaign.

Deborah James gave ITV viewers a heartfelt message as she opened up about her health on Thursday's show.

Deborah James has explained why she isn't eligible for an exciting new treatment being trialled to help bowel cancer sufferers.The podcast host and charity campaigner, 40, is currently receiving at-home hospice care for her stage four bowel cancer, five years after she was first diagnosed with stage three of the disease.The mum of two has raised almost £6.7million for her Bowel Babe campaign over recent weeks, which will be used to fund more research into bowel cancer treatments and awareness. Deborah has been open with her followers about her experience with the illness as well as sharing news into any breakthroughs in treatment.

Lorraine Kelly and her pals have taken part in Cancer Research's Race for Life to honour their pal Deborah James.

Lorraine.The 40-year-old charity campaigner congratulated Lorraine Kelly for completing the Race For Life on Wednesday evening and urged viewers to "celebrate life".She said: "I love Race For Life. I’ve been an ambassador for them since 2019."Everyone can join in, you can celebrate life, celebrate someone else’s life.

Sophie Wessex gave a beautiful nod to Dame Deborah James during her trip to Gibraltar trip with her husband, Prince Edward. Deborah is currently receiving at-home hospice care for her stage four bowel cancer, five years after she was first diagnosed with stage three of the disease.

who has terminal bowel cancer, revealed that she had been planning to take part in the fundraiser in her wheelchair but would now be supporting from afar. She donned a pink wig and lipstick as well as dark eyeshadow as she took to her story to encourage everyone else that will be running for the cancer charity. Dame Deborah told her followers: ‘I’m gutted not to be there, my sister was going push me around in a wheelchair but for various reasons I’m not going to do it tonight. ‘I think I’ll do my own little mini one at my parents’ house, but if you are taking part I’m wishing you all the luck. ‘Run for your own life, run to celebrate life or in memory of somebody else, whatever you’re doing it for, have fun all the way.

Deborah James is urging toilet roll manufacturers to have the signs of bowel cancer included on packaging after Marks & Spencer confirmed that they would be adding the helpful information to theirs. The 40 year old is currently receiving at-home hospice care for her stage four bowel cancer, five years after she was first diagnosed with stage three of the disease. Deborah spoke on the need to have bowel cancer symptoms on toilet paper packaging as she congratulated her friend Cara Hoofe in a video message that aired on Lorraine, following her successful campaign targeting M&S.

Deborah James has called for toilet roll brands to include bowel cancer symptoms and information on their packaging.

Britain's Got Talent winner Axel Blake has denied claims the show is "fixed" and has hit back at people who suggested he was "already famous". Viewers were left outraged Sunday night's final result as the dad of two triumphed over 13 year old ventriloquist Jamie Leahey during the live final. Many felt the comedian's "fame" had helped him after he already has his own show on Amazon Prime.

Lorraine's show.Cara Hoofe was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2016, initially as stage four and went for genetic testing which revealed that she had a gene that made her more susceptible to bowel cancer.Cara has been advocating for Marks and Spencers to promote bowel cancer awareness on their toilet roll.She was recently successful and now M&S feature some "signs and symptoms" information in their staff and public toilets, as well as on the packaging of their loo roll.She spoke to Lorraine about the incredible achievement and the host had a surprise for her.Deborah James had filmed a video for Cara, which played on the screen as Cara held back her tears.The bowel cancer awareness advocate congratulated her on the success and said that she was "so pleased" for her.Cara was clearly touched by the sentiment and wiped away her tears as she listened to Deborah speak.She continued: "Forget about the [Andrex] puppies, I'm bored of the puppies. We need actual information, signposted, on those loo rolls.

BRITAIN's Got Talent winner Axel Blake has hit back at claims the show was fixed after fans said he was "already famous". Viewers fumed on Sunday night as the comedian and dad-of-two was crowned the 2022 winner, despite already having a show on Amazon Prime.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle would steal her thunder. The campaigner is currently on end of life care due to her bowel cancer and managed to raise a laugh from many people over the bank holiday with her joke.The 40-year-old told The Sun she was "determined not to die over the Jubilee weekend", adding: "I don’t want Meghan stealing my thunder.”However some people didn't find it funny with one person writing on Twitter: "Lots of really horrible comments about H&M when they have nothing to do with this and have kept a low profile."Making an inappropriate joke about them has allowed the haters to voice their opinions."Another confused tweeter wrote: “I hope you get to live way beyond the Jubilee weekend.