'Miss you' Lorraine Kelly pens tribute to 'fabulous' Deborah James after emotional funeral

DAME Deborah James has won a posthumous award for her hit podcast - as her co-host paid a touching tribute. Dame Deborah hosted You, Me and the Big C alongside Rachael Bland and Lauren Mahon from its inception in 2018 until a few weeks before her death last month after a battle with bowel cancer.

Lauren Mahon has paid tribute to her late pal Dame Deborah James after the podcast they hosted together, alongside Rachael Bland, scooped up the Champion Award at the British Podcast Awards on Saturday 22 July. Dame Deborah, Rachael and Lauren started the podcast together back in 2018 as former cancer patients.There, they would discuss everything from navigating life with the disease, treatment and more. Rachael passed away at the age of 40 the same year they started the podcast, and Deborah died on 28 June 2022 following some time receiving end-of-life care for bowel cancer.

#covid_19.” It wasn’t long before many of the actor's friends and fans rushed to the comments to wish him well.Gaby Roslin wrote: “No! Oh my darling wish you better.” Paul replied to her comment, saying: “Oh Gab, I wouldn’t wish this on anyone x.” Theaidsmemorial commented: “Get well soon.” Autnicath17 said: “Loads of Liposomal Vit C and shed loads of garlic! Get well soon darling xxxx.” Tinahobleyoffical wrote: “Oh darling Paul.” Michelledcollins penned: “Oh no paul get well soon x.” Paul is best known for his drag queen persona, Lily Savage. In the 90’s, however, he dropped the character and in the 90’s became presenter of various shows, namely the Paul O’Grady show. Paul spoke about his intentions for the mega-hit show when speaking to his biographer, Neil Simpson, in 2004. He said: “I just want the show to be like a party, a group of pals gabbing away about the first things that come into their heads. “There are always enough things in life to worry and get depressed about. “I want my show to take our minds off all that stuff, even if it's only for a while."

 360,000 Instagram followers, she shared a snap of Reggie and her on Instagram, writing: “Thank you to the theatre at the @ruhbath. "You've put my little prince back together again.“Reg has a new terminator arm. A victim of a trampoline ladder," Josie explained.In the following snap, Josie shared a photoshopped snap of Reggie’s head on Iron Man’s body.She added the additional caption: “Reggie-James is Iron Man.Thank you to my @thismorning family for making this.

Lorraine Kelly has opened up about her battle with coronavirus, revealing the nasty side effects and symptoms she experienced last week that forced her to take time off work. In her HELLO! column of the week, the ITV presenter also revealed what kept her going - and it sounds like the best cure!READ: Lorraine Kelly's heartbreaking post moves fans to tearsWELL, Covid finally got me.

Lorraine Kelly, 62, has reacted to the latest update on Kate Garraway’s husband Derek Draper’s health battle.The ITV star sent her fellow broadcaster some words of support after it was revealed she had to pull out of Good Morning Britain this week to be next to Derek.Meanwhile, Charlotte Hawkins has acted as a temporary replacement for the 55-year-old presenter.Lorraine sent Kate “all of our love” during yesterday's instalment of her programme after it emerged Derek was "seriously unwell”.The Scottish presenter said: “I just wanted to say, we are obviously sending all of our love to our Kate.“I know a lot of you have seen in the newspapers and online that Derek is back in hospital and obviously, you know, battling the effects after Covid."We just want to send our love to them, don't we?"Dr Hilary Jones added: "Absolutely, yes, it's such a difficult situation.“He's going to have ongoing problems but we send all our love to Kate and the family."Lorraine responded: "She's amazing.

Lorraine Kelly has taken a lengthy break from the show just days after her return from suffering from Covid. Fans tuning in to Friday's (July 22) instalment of the popular ITV Daytime offering found themselves disappointed as they learned that Lorraine wouldn't be fronting the show, and wouldn't be back anytime soon either.Stepping into her shoes Ranvir Singh confirmed the absence would span over a number of weeks as she opened the show. Read More: Lorraine Kelly, 62, shares secret trick for ageless looks which Joan Collins loves Viewers then took to Twitter to vent as they admitted feeling disappointed at Lorraine being off work again so soon - and that she hadn't said goodbye to them.One wrote: "So Lorraine is off for the next few weeks.

Lorraine, 62, had a more unusual way to remember her friend than just donating."I think yesterday there was a whole bunch of us that said we're going to get tattoos with Rebellious Hope on them," she told the world on her show.She added candidly: "I think I agreed to that!"Rebellious Hope was the slogan Deborah created as she neared the end of her life.She had it emblazoned on T-shirts, which were then donned by celebrities including Andy Murray's wife Kim, who wore one of the garments in the audience at Wimbledon.Lorraine seemed to be planning for a more permanent etching of the word, telling Dr Hilary Jones: "We're just deciding where they're going to be!"The TV doctor seemed a little nervous about the prospect, quizzing: "Why are you looking at me?"However he conceded: "The only person I would do it for is Deborah, so I'll have a think about that!"A heartbroken Lorraine assured the audience of her beloved friend that regardless of who gets a tattoo, "She'll never ever be forgotten."She had attended Wednesday's memorial service with fellow presenter Gaby Roslin and other mourners, alongside Deborah's family who were brandishing white flowers.The presenter had taken to Instagram later to share her feelings about what had taken place."My dear friend your funeral today was beautiful," she wrote."Your children and your husband gave the most heartfelt and lovely tributes."You would have been so proud," she assured her in the open letter.Adding that she missed her friend already, she fondly described her as a "fabulous, funny, passionate force of nature".Deborah had maintained a positive mindset ever since first being diagnosed with the deadly disease back in 2016.Her biggest fear had been the prospect of leaving behind her

Lorraine Kelly has said an emotional tribute to Kate Garraway as her husband Derek Draper has been readmitted to hospital.

Lorraine viewers were treated to a different start to the show today. Host Lorraine Kelly was back on her self-titled programme on Thursday (July 21) before she heads off on her summer break. The presenter had already appeared on GMB to tease what was coming up on her programme from outside the ITV studio.

Lorraine Kelly has revealed she and a ‘bunch’ of Dame Deborah James’ friends plan to get tattoos in her memory. The podcaster, who campaigned for bowel cancer awareness, died last month at the age of 40 after a five-year battle with the disease. She spent her final months and years raising awareness about bowel cancer symptoms, as well as fundraising for vital cancer research, raising millions of pounds.

Kate Garraway's ITV co-stars have shown their support for the presenter after she 'pulled out' of hosting duties on Good Morning Britain. The 55-year-old usually hosts the news show every Thursday and Friday alongside Ben Shephard but on Thursday (July 21) she was replaced by Charlotte Hawkins.

Lorraine Kelly has spoken out on the funeral of her late friend Dame Deborah James following her untimely death at the age of 40 last month.The journalist and broadcaster's farewell took place on Wednesday 20 July, in Barnes, London, and was attended by the ITV star, 62, along with a number of other famous faces. Returning to work on Thursday 21 July, Lorraine appeared on Good Morning Britain ahead of her own show, where Ben Shephard, 47, encouraged her to tell viewers about the emotional day. "It looked like an incredible day Lorraine," he shared, to which she responded: "Do you know Ben, it was beautiful.

Lorraine Kelly has sparked a huge reaction amongst her fans after sharing a poignant new post on Instagram.MORE: Celebrities pay tribute to fundraiser Dame Deborah James at her funeralThe ITV star took to social media after a difficult day – and moved many of her followers to tears. WATCH: Friends and family bid farewell to Dame Deborah JamesLorraine – a close friend of Dame Deborah James – shared a loving dedication to the late campaigner after attending her funeral on Wednesday.READ: Why Prince William was the chosen royal to present Deborah James with her damehoodMORE: Dame Deborah James' life to be celebrated in new BBC documentaryDame Deborah James died from bowel cancer at the age of 40 on 28 June - weeks after she was made a Dame by the Duke of Cambridge. Dame Deborah was just 40 when she passed awayThe mum-of-two – known online as Bowel Babe – passed away surrounded by her family, weeks after she confirmed she had stopped active treatment and was receiving palliative care at her parents' home.READ: Lorraine Kelly apologises to viewers as she fights back tearsMORE: Lorraine Kelly reveals unexpected event during holiday with husband SteveSharing a snapshot of Dame Deborah on social media on Wednesday, Lorraine wrote: "@bowelbabe - my dear friend your funeral today was beautiful.A post shared by Lorraine Kelly (@lorrainekellysmith)Lorraine paid a loving tribute to her late friend"Your children and your husband gave the most heartfelt and lovely tributes.

Dame Deborah James' funeral was held on July 20 in a private ceremony which saw friends and family lay the star known as BowelBabe to rest. After campaigning tirelessly to raise awareness for bowel cancer, Dame Deborah, 40, raised almost £7 million for research and was made a Dame for her efforts. But sadly the much-loved campaigner, podcast host and fundraiser lost her fight against bowel cancer on June 28.

Lorraine Kelly has paid tribute to her "dear friend" Dame Deborah James following her emotional funeral. The journalist and broadcaster's farewell took place on Wednesday 20 July, in Barnes, London, and was attended by the ITV star, 62, along with a number of other famous faces. Lorraine was pictured wearing a black shirt with pearl buttons and had styled her brunette hair down into a straight bob.

Lorraine Kelly has paid tribute to her friend Deborah James as she was laid to rest today.

Dame Deborah James' funeral took place today in London as her closest family and friends paid their respects to the beloved star.

The funeral of Dame Deborah James was held today, with family and close friends gathering for an intimate private service in west London.

Dame Deborah James has arrived for an intimate funeral in west London.Dame Deborah's husband Sebastien and son Hugo were among those who carried the wicker coffin, adorned with the rose that bears her name, into St Mary's Church in Barnes on Wednesday afternoon.The podcast host and mother of two, who became known as Bowelbabe, her social media handle, died last month aged 40 after being diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2016.READ NEXT: The One Show shares sweet tribute to Deborah James following tragic deathHer coffin arrived in a vintage Rolls-Royce hearse as more than a dozen members of family walked in procession behind.The family, all dressed in black, were greeted by the reverend of the Anglican church before making their way inside.Earlier this year, Dame Deborah had a rose named in her honour, and it went on display at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.Lorraine Kelly, Gaby Roslin, McFly star Tom Fletcher and his podcaster wife Giovanna were among the celebrity attendees.Ahead of the private service, family members carried a wreath of white flowers into the church.An attached note said: "Deborah, thank you to our extraordinary friend.

Lorraine Kelly and McFly's Tom Fletcher were among the stars saying goodbye to Dame Deborah James at her funeral.The podcast host and cancer campaigner - aka Bowelbabe - is being laid to rest today (20 July), after her death at the age of 40 following a five-year battle with bowel cancer.Her funeral is being held at St Mary's Church in Barnes and Lorraine, Tom and his wife Giovanna and Gaby Roslin were among the celebrity mourners. READ MORE: Deborah James makes final TV appearance after being told she has just days to liveThe procession was led by the late star's husband Sebastien and their children Eloise, 12, and 14-year-old Hugo, who helped to carry the wicker coffin.Ahead of the private service, family members carried a wreath of white flowers into the church.A note on the blooms said: "Deborah, thank you to our extraordinary friend.