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Michael Palin opens up on 'unreal' heartbreak after death of wife of 57 years


Monty Python star Michael Palin has spoken out about his life without his beloved wife Helen, who passed away shortly after their 57th wedding anniversary

Read MoreRelated Articles Shoppers claim £8 serum evened out their skin tone and combatted texture in one week She had kidney problems and was in a lot of pain before deciding to end her treatment with the support of her family and doctors, reports The Mirror. Speaking on BBC Radio 4's This Cultural Life which will air on Thursday, he said: "We are still close as friends as we share so much," adding with a hint of sarcasm: "including income which has to be worked out."

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