BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball has shared the heartbreaking news of the passing of her beloved mother, Julia. Zoe posted a heartwarming photo of her mother in her younger years on social media, accompanied by an emotional tribute.
Zoe’s update comes just days after she confirmed that her mother had been moved into a hospice following her pancreatic cancer diagnosis. Upon her return to her BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show last week, Zoe dedicated a Bon Jovi song to the paramedics who had taken care of Julia.
Ball expressed her gratitude to the medical professionals who had cared for her mother and sent her love to Julia. The news of Julia’s passing has been met with an outpouring of support from Zoe’s radio listeners and followers on social media.
In her poignant tribute, Zoe highlighted the lessons her mother had taught her about unconditional love, courage, empathy, and the power of laughter even in difficult times. She expressed the family’s deep sense of loss but emphasized their determination to hold onto each other tightly.