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Jonnie Irwin's family's heartbreaking statement in full as star dies aged 50

Jonnie Irwin's family have shared a statement in tribute to the A Place in the Sun presenter as he sadly passed away at the age of 50, as they called him a "remarkable soul"

Jonnie Irwin's family have issued a statement on the beloved Escape to the Country star's death, after his wife announced the news with a devastating Instagram post. Jonnie, who is survived by his wife Jessica and their three young children, Rex and twins Rafa and Cormac, had been documenting his battle ever since sharing his condition in 2022, and regularly gave updates on his health to his adoring fans. Jonnie Irwin was pictured with wife Jess in a post confirming his death (Image: jonnieirwintv/instagram)The popular TV presenter shared only six days ago that he had made progress on his latest home renovation, and he looked in good spirits as he spoke to his followers.

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