BBC presenter announces death of beloved dad in heartbreaking tribute

Daily Record

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Nina Warhurst, who presents the BBC News at One each day, has announced the death of her dad in an emotional tribute, highlighting his battle with dementia.
BBC presenter Nina Warhurst has opened up about the heartbreaking loss of her dad, revealing his struggle with dementia. The 44-year-old journalist, who presents BBC's News at One live, took to Instagram on Sunday, July 6, to share the sad news.
In an emotional tribute, she shared their final moments together with her 46.7k followers. She posted a touching black and white photo of her holding her dad's hand, reports the Mirror.
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"My Dad died on Wednesday night," she penned. "From Sunday me, my Mum and sisters spent precious time with him around the clock....singing, crying, laughing, sharing memories.
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"On his last day we had nursing home afternoon tea, chippy chips and wine together. He drifted away gently with me and Amy holding him and telling him to "go head. We'll see you there soon. And he did. I had my hand on his heart as the ripples softened and stopped.
"A gentle end to a gentle life. So much love and laughter and sunshine across days I'll never forget."
Nina continued: "He is in my mind all the time now as we adjust to a world without him in it. I can't quite accept that's real yet. But we think it's really important for anyone going through this to know that the end can be peaceful and beautiful.
"Kim, Daniel, Anna, Moody, Charlotte, Clara, Eddie, Obi, Sarah, Kat, Michael, Colin, Dorothy, Helen, Gracie and all the care home staff and residents who welcomed us in to their world and made it our home for those days and nights we can't thank you enough."
Nina's heartfelt post sparked an overwhelming outpouring of love and support from her fans, friends, and family in the comments. Her sister Amy replied: "It was beautiful. Aren't we lucky? Love you Nines x."
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One follower shared their own experience, saying: "Nina, I'm so sorry. My mum had Alzheimer's and died in similar circumstances with us all around her. He will always be with you. I will never forget the kindness of the care home staff to the whole family, looking after all of us throughout my mum's illness. They really do not get enough credit for what they do. Take care of yourself and your family."
Another offered condolences: "Oh Nina I'm so sorry for your loss. You gave him a beautiful send off and were with him as he passed and that means so much. Thinking of you and all the family so much xxx."
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In a candid chat last year, Nina alongside sisters Amy and Mel admitted they were still coming to terms with the toll it had taken on their dad in such a short window of time.
Taking to Instagram last year, Nina admitted she was devastated after her dad failed to recognise her. Sharing a photo of herself and Chris, she wrote: "My Dad. I missed him so much this week. Dementia means he's here, but not here. Today was the first time he couldn't quite place me.
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"Then he got out a new glasses case. He was clearly chuffed with it but knew it was funny to be chuffed with a new glasses case. In some ways, he taught me to laugh. Properly from the tummy. And to laugh at myself."
She added: "We're all holding on to those deep-rooted connections for as long as we can. Dementia isn't the end. It's the start of a new chapter.
"So much respect for his key worker today who told me that it's all about cherishing those connections, instead of missing the ones we've lost. The staff are superstars and it means the world."