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Escape To The Country leaves fans sobbing with heartbreaking Jonnie Irwin tribute


The BBC made a special shake-up to the viewing schedule with Escape To The Country as viewers were left feeling emotional over a Jonnie Irwin tribute today, 5 February

The channel aired Jonnie's final Escape to The Country programme, a series which helps house buyers eager to swap city living for a home in the countryside. Read MoreRelated Articles Inside Silent Witness star Velvy Schur's life including breakout role and learning new language Jonnie Irwin has tragically passed away aged just 50, after a three and a half year battle with cancer (Image: David Fisher/REX/Shutterstock)A fourth person begged: "Please continue to broadcast editions of ETTC featuring @jonnieirwin we don't forget people when they die and remembering them brings their loved ones comfort.

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