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Connie Rusk & Aaron Morris

A Place in the Sun presenter Jonnie Irwin's little-known link to Newcastle after moving to city

A Place in the Sun presenter Jonnie Irwin moved his family to Newcastle to secure a comfortable future for his wife Jessica, as well as his three sons when he passes away.

The 49-year-old has been outspoken about his terminal lung cancer diagnosis, and how doctors have given him just months to live as a result.

Jonnie was first given the devastating prognosis back in August 2020, despite suffering no common signs or symptoms relating to the disease. And upon receiving the news, he began taking careful steps and measures to ensure his family's comfort when he passes away.

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