Michelle Mullane: Last News

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Jason Manford has shared his heartbreak after finding out his BBC and XFM radio star pal has died.The stand up comedian took to his Instagram feed to share a photo of Michelle Mullane before explaining to his 318,000 followers that she sadly lost her battle with bowel cancer aged 50 on Christmas Eve.The snap saw the the brunette beauty smiling at the camera, which he captioned: "Just found out my dear friend and ex-BBC Manchester presenter Michelle Mullane sadly passed away on Christmas Eve. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

JASON Manford has paid tribute to former BBC Manchester and Xfm star Michelle Mullane after she died this week. The stand-up comedian, 39, explained how his friend passed away on Christmas Eve aged 50 after a battle with bowel cancer.

Former BBC and XFM radio star Michelle Mullane has died at the age of 50, close pal Jason Manford confirmed.Michelle was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer just over a year ago and has been battling it ever since but tragically died on Christmas Eve.Jason confirmed the heartbreaking news as he shared an emotional and lengthy tribute on his social media.He wrote on Twitter over many tweets: "Just found out my dear friend and ex-BBC Manchester presenter Michelle Mullane sadly passed away on Christmas Eve," he wrote."I have so many fond memories of Michelle from when I was starting out in stand up in the late 90s."Jason continued: "Michelle was the first person to get me on the airwaves and we spent many an evening laughing, flirting & joking

direct to your inboxTributes have been paid to a former radio presenter who has died following a battle with bowel cancer.Michelle Mullane, 50, worked for XFM and Key 103 and made regular appearances on BBC Radio Manchester throughout her career. The mum-of-one, who lived in Alderly Edge, was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer in June last year after being rushed to hospital with severe stomach pains.

Michelle Mullane has tragically died following her battle with bowel cancer at the age of 50.