“We were sworn to secrecy. Helen wanted to be very private about her illness and I understand why.“When you live in the public spotlight you have to find space to protect the things that are just for you.“Her need to be fully alive and be committed and to take things incredibly seriously, such as her family and charity work, defined her last few years for her as much as ever.”Helen’s death was confirmed by her husband, who issued a heartbreaking statement.On April 16, he wrote on Twitter: “I'm heartbroken to announce that after a heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and mighty woman that is Helen McCrory has died peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family.“She died as she lived.
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