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Nottingham Post
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James Rodger & Lana Adkin

Jonnie Irwin's sister says he is an 'absolute fighter' as fans left in 'tears'

A Place in the Sun star Jonnie Irwin's sister has shared a health update on his cancer battle after he appeared at a red carpet event. The Channel 4 star is battling terminal lung cancer and his sister has said he is an “absolute fighter”.

Jonnie shared a video clip to his Instagram on June 27 where he could be seen joking around with Escape To The County co-stars Jules Hudson, Sonali Shah and Nicki Chapman. He wrote: “When Jules Hudson unbuttons the ‘2nd button’ he’s simply irresistible…”

As reported by Birmingham Live, his sister commented: “How do you do it little bro! What an absolute fighter! #inspiration #proudsister.” Jonnie replied back to his sister and wrote: “I do it with the support of amazing people like you.”

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