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Strictly's Robert Webb says he was 'close to curtains' before heart surgery

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Comedian Robert Webb has spoken about how he nearly died as a result of his heart complications. In 2019, the now-49 year old was diagnosed with a heart murmur, which went on to cause a mitral valve prolapse.

As a result, Robert, who’s married to fellow comedian Abigail Burdess, underwent open heart surgery – something which he says has changed his attitude towards life, and gave him the push he needed to do Strictly Come Dancing.

Speaking to Lorraine today, 7 October, Robert described himself as “very, very lucky”, and explained that following the surgery, he now has a normal life expectancy.

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