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Scarlett O'Toole

Dame Deborah James’ dad pays tribute as late daughter awarded honorary degree

Dame Deborah James has been awarded a posthumous honorary degree for her work in the fight against cancer with her dad paying a poignant tribute as he accepted the award on her behalf.

'Bowel Babe' star Deborah was granted an Honorary Doctorate of Science from the Institute of Cancer Research, which her dad Alistair accepted on Deborah's behalf.

Speaking at the ceremony — which was also attended by Deborah's mum Heather, brother Benjamin and sister Sarah — Alistair praised his daughter.

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