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Jonnie Irwin's heartbroken co-star Danni Menzies in touching tribute after death

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She reshared a touching post
She reshared a touching post

DANNI Menzies has posted a heartbreaking tribute to her A Place In The Sun co-star Jonnie Irwin after his death.

Jonnie, 50, tragically passed away after a gruelling battle with cancer.

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Danni Menzies paid tribute to her co-presenterCredit: Instagram
Jonnie Irwin tragically died after a battle with cancer
Jonnie Irwin tragically died after a battle with cancerCredit: Instagram/@jonnieirwintv

Heartbreaking tributes have poured in for Jonnie after his family today confirmed he sadly passed away.

His former co-presenter on A Place In The Sun Danni posted to her Instagram story paying tribute to Jonnie.

The Perthshire-born star, 31, reshared a post with a poem by Ida Banks.

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It read: "When we die I want to believe that we are scattered throughout all the people that have ever loved us.

"That we will continue to exist in them, in their bloodstreams, for generations, for lifetimes."

Danni shared the touching tribute saying: "You will Jonnie xxx".

Jonnie was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer in 2020 - just one week after filming the property show in Italy.

He revealed the heartbreaking news in 2022 that the cancer had spread to his brain and he had just months to live.

Jonnie's family released a statement announcing his tragic passing.

It read: “It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Jonnie’s passing. 

“A truly remarkable soul, he fought bravely against cancer with unwavering strength and courage. Jonnie touched the lives of so many with his kindness, warmth, and infectious spirit.

“At this time, we kindly ask for the privacy of Jonnie’s family as they navigate through this profound loss. Their grief is immeasurable, and your thoughts, prayers, and support are deeply appreciated.

“As we remember the beautiful moments shared with Jonnie, let us celebrate a life well-lived and a legacy that will forever be etched in our hearts. Jonnie may be gone from our sight, but his love, laughter, and memories will live on.

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“Rest in peace, dear Jonnie. You will be dearly missed, but never forgotten.”

Jonnie first joined A Place In The Sun in 2004 and presented over 200 episodes of the show.

he went on to front BBC property shows Escape to the Country and To Buy or Not to Buy.

He also hosted Escape to the Perfect Town and Sky1 show Dream Lives for Sale in 2011, which saw him help people leave their lives in the UK behind to set up a business.

Despite his TV fame, Jonnie still worked as an adviser to clients on business and property and ran a consultancy agency.

She shared a touching tribute on her Instagram story
She shared a touching tribute on her Instagram storyCredit: Instagram

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