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Zoe Delaney

Deborah James' co-host's tearful tribute to the late star's 'extraordinary legacy'

One of Deborah James ' friends and podcast co-hosts grew emotional as he paid tribute to the late star on live TV this morning in the wake of her death.

The inspirational campaigner's loved ones shared the sad news that the mum-of-two had died at the age of 40 via a statement on Tuesday night, following a five-year battle against stage four bowel cancer.

Speaking with hosts Nina Warhurst and Jon Kay on BBC Breakfast on Wednesday morning, Steve Bland - one of the presenters of You, Me and the Big C podcast - teared up as he discussed the 'extraordinary legacy' Deborah has left behind.

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