Tributes have been paid to former BBC presenter Beccy Barr who has died aged 46. The mum-of-one was a much-loved presenter on North West Tonight before bravely switching careers to become a firefighter in Lancashire.
She revealed on Christmas Eve last year she had been diagnosed with cancer. And her family today announced the news of her death, Lancs Live reports.
A social media post from Beccy's account said: "I'm sharing the very sad news that Beccy passed away peacefully this morning. READ MORE: "She spent her last few days at St John's Hospice in Lancaster.
They provided the most dignified and compassionate care to Beccy and the whole family. Donations to the hospice can be made in Beccy's memory." Tributes have poured in from friends, former colleagues and viewers.
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