Former BBC star Beccy Barr who quit TV to become a firefighter dies aged 46
Her family confirmed the news of her death on Monday
Former BBC presenter Beccy Barr has died aged 46 following her devastating cancer diagnosis.
The ex-TV presenter's death was confirmed on Monday. In a statement on X, Beccy's family shared the heartbreaking news. Loved ones wrote: "I’m sharing the very sad news that Beccy passed away peacefully this morning.
"She spent her last few days at @SJHospice who provided the most dignified & compassionate care to Beccy & her whole family. Donations to the hospice can be made in Beccy’s memory."
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Her sister took to Instagram to add: "This morning Beccy passed away peacefully at St John’s Hospice in Lancaster. They offered the most dignified and compassionate care for the last few days of her life.
"Beccy led an incredible life that I will post about on her account in the near future along with details of her funeral. For now, I just want to say that I was incredibly blessed to have such an amazing sister.
"She was a very loved daughter, granddaughter and niece. More than anything she was a wonderful mother to Hannah.
Beccy, from north west England, revealed her cancer diagnosis on Christmas Eve last year. She quit journalism in 2019 to pursue a career with Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service, following in her dad's footsteps.
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