Janey Godley: Last News

Comedian Janey Godley has passed away at the age of 63, three years after her cancer diagnosis. Her manager confirmed the sad news, followed by her daughter Ashley Storrie's touching video message on social media. Ashley expressed gratitude to the hospice staff for making her comedian mother's "scary transition so peaceful." In the time leading up to Janey's death, Ashley became her voice, keeping followers updated on social media about her courageous mum's battle.

Scottish comedian Janey Godley has died aged 63 following a battle with cancer.

Scots comedian Janey Godley will always be remembered for making the nation laugh during one of the toughest times.

Scottish comedian Janey Godley has died aged 63, her family has announced. 

Comedian Janey Godley is in the "final beats of her life", according to her daughter. In a heartfelt post on the 63 year old’s X account, BBC Radio Scotland presenter Ashley Storrie revealed that her mother had been awarded an honorary degree from the University Of Glasgow, which she said had "brought her so much joy" in her final days.

Janey Godley's daughter has taken to Instagram to announce her mother has received the honorary doctorate degree from the University of Glasgow.

Scots comedian Janey Godley said the support and love she has received every day is "utterly outstanding" as she continues end of life cancer care.

Scots comedian Elaine C Smith visited her good pal Janey Godley at the hospice where she is currently receiving end of life care for her terminal cancer.

Janey Godley has been given a much-needed boost as she faces end of life care following her terminal cancer diagnosis.

Scottish comedian Janey Godley, renowned for her sharp wit, advocacy for others' rights and her viral voiceovers during lockdown, has recently shared the heartbreaking news that she is receiving palliative care and will be moving into a hospice after "the chemo ran out of options" with her cancer now spreading. Diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2021, it didn't take long for people to flood to the comments of her latest update, sending love, strength and positivity to the much-loved comedian.

Comedian Janey Godley has been inundated with messages of love and support after she bravely shared with her social media followers that she is in "end of life treatment" through a tear-jerking video. At 63, the Glaswegian comic was previously given the all-clear by medics in 2022, but further scans sadly revealed the resurgence of her illness. It was heartbreakingly confirmed her ovarian cancer is terminal.

Comedian Janey Godley has received a wave of supportive messages after revealing to her social media followers that she is now undergoing "end of life treatment" through an emotional video.

Janey Godley has shared the devastating news that she is receiving end-of-life care in hospital after her cancer diagnosis took a turn for the worse.The beloved Scottish comedian, aged 63, opened up about her decision to enter hospice care following a tough battle with ovarian cancer. Initially diagnosed in November 2021, Janey had at one point received good news, but in a heart-wrenching twist, a further scan revealed the cancer had spread to her abdomen.The star bravely addressed her fans directly on Twitter/X on Wednesday 25 September, confronting the question everyone dreaded to ask. In an emotional two-minute video, she candidly spoke: "I don't know how long I've got left before anybody asks.

Comedian Janey Godley was met with overwhelming love and support in response to her announcement that she was receiving end-of-life care.

Scottish comedian Janey Godley has given a heart-rending update from her hospital bed, announcing she is now receiving "end-of-life" care as her cancer has spread.

Janey Godley has issued a health update on social media to her loyal legion of fans, as the Scottish comedian has continued to remain in hospital amid her terminal cancer battle.

Stand-up sensation Janey Godley has taken to social media to share some positive vibes amid her health journey, announcing an update that's brought joy amidst a tough time.The beloved Scottish comedian, at 63, put a hold on her UK-wide 'Why Is She Still Here?' tour earlier this week due to medical advice.The hilarious Glaswegian who has been putting up a brave fight with stage four ovarian cancer, sadly had to drop the plans for her hotly anticipated shows in big cities like London, Belfast, and Edinburgh.The comedian expressed her heartfelt apologies this Wednesday from her hospital bed as she battled sepsis: "The sepsis is under control but the cancer is spreading, so they've told me not to work," she disclosed in a candid video shared across Twitter(X) and other platforms. But it wasn't all gloomy updates from Janey.

A BBC star has had to cancel her upcoming tour, sharing a heart-wrenching update on her battle with incurable cancer. Janey Godley, a 63 year old Glasgow native was all set for her Why Is She Still Here? tour, with stops in major UK cities like London, Belfast, and Edinburgh. However, her health took a turn for the worse, leading her doctors to advise her to cease working "for the foreseeable future".

Scottish comedian Janey Godley has made the painful admission she has to cancel her upcoming UK tour amid ongoing treatment for ovarian cancer.

Anti-racism campaigners will gather at Glasgow's George Square in a counter-protest to a far-right rally organised on the same day.