Lorraine Kelly was forced to pause her ITV morning showing to emotionally announce the death of one of her co-stars. Following an ad break on Monday's episode (7 October), the TV host told viewers that a member of her Change + Check Choir had sadly died from secondary breast cancer.The choir was formed on Lorraine from women who found their breast cancer after seeing the programme's breast checking campaign, with singer Joss Stone helping them release their debut song Golden last year.
It was written to reflect experiences and raise awareness, as well as to encourage more people to check their breasts. Choir member Heather Sawyer, who was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, died on 5 October aged 50, her husband announced on social media.
Lorraine, 64, said: "I'm very sorry to have to share some sad news this morning. One of our amazing singers, Heather Sawyer, has died from secondary breast cancer.
Heather was only 50 years old, an astonishing woman." She added: "She was such a huge part of the choir, so passionate about everything.
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