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Jonnie Irwin reveals big lifestyle change as he admits it’s ‘given him hope’ amid terminal cancer news

Married dad-of-three told he is 'looking better'

In the latest Jonnie Irwin news, the TV presenter has been inspired by a fellow cancer sufferer to make a big lifestyle change.

The Place In the Sun host, 49, confirmed he has cancer that has spread to his brain in November.

The married dad-of-three said at the time: “I don’t know how long I have left, but I try to stay positive and my attitude is that I’m living with cancer, not dying from it.”

And now Jonnie has hailed a book by author Jane McLelland as giving him “hope in an otherwise hopeless situation”.

Jane is a stage four cancer survivor who has been in remission since 2004.

Jonnie Irwin speaks to camera
Escape to the Country host Jonnie Irwin has been ‘inspired to change his lifestyle’ (Credit: BBC iPlayer)

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Sharing a snap with his 150,000 Instagram followers yesterday (Tuesday January 17), Jonnie said: “Was a privilege to meet my mentor Jane McLelland today.

“Her story is truly an inspiration and in my opinion a must-read for anyone affected by cancer.

“It has inspired me to change my lifestyle and importantly given me hope in an otherwise hopeless situation.

It is bloody hard but I’m on board!

“Don’t get me wrong. It is bloody hard but I’m on board!”

How fans reacted

Supportive followers noted in the comments sections how they felt Jonnie is ‘looking healthier’.

“Hopefully you feel a bit better as well. Prayers for you and your family!” one person added.

Jonnie Irwin presents Escape to the Country in an episode that aired in October 2021
Jonnie Irwin shared his latest news on Instagram yesterday (Credit: BBC iPlayer)

“Love and strength to you Johnnie. You also look healthier than you did on the Lorraine show if you don’t mind me saying so,” wrote somebody else.

And a third well wisher posted: “You are actually looking better. Everyone praying.”

Elsewhere, another supporter urged Jonnie to stay positive.

“Never give up hope. Life is a mystery and miracles can and do happen. Take care one and all,” they said.

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Robert Leigh
Freelance writer