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      ‘My dad was the greatest’ – Ex-Man Utd starlet Joe Thompson’s daughter pays heartbreaking tribute after death at 36

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      JOE THOMPSON’S daughter has paid a heartbreaking tribute after he died at the age of 36.The Bath-born midfielder was diagnosed with cancer for the third time in April last year.Joe Thompson’s daughter Lula has made a touching tribute to her fatherCredit: MUFCThompson tragically passed away last weekCredit: MUFCLula would often go to Thompson’s work with himCredit: MUFCShe said he was the best daddy and husband to his wife, ChantelleCredit: MUFCThompson had hung up his boots in 2019, having come through the academy at Manchester United.The former Rochdale star was found to have stage four lymphoma, a type of blood cancer, which had spread to his lungs.He passed away on Thursday after becoming a public speaker following his retirement.His daughter, Lula, 10, has now made a heartbreaking tribute to her father, which the Red Devils shared.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe video showed moments of his footballing career, including scoring a memorable goal for Rochdale that saved them from relegation.Pictures showed Thompson celebrating with Lula after the game.The video continued to display the good charity work that the former footballer did in order to raise money to help battle cancer.She said: “When my dad got cancer for the third time, he didn’t let that stop him from doing good and start fundraising to get treatment that can help lots of other people.Most read in Football”He always wanted to be known as a great man, but I can say my dad was the greatest man.”The best dad to me and my sister Athena, and the best husband to my mummy Chantelle.Ex-Man Utd trainee Joe Thompson diagnosed with cancer for 3rd time and says ‘aggressive’ lymphoma has spread to his lungs “I love you so much dad.”Thompson was first diagnosed with the cancerous disease Hodgkin lymphoma in 2013.After bravely battling to overcome it, he managed to return to professional football, playing for Bury the following year.Thompson went on to have spells at Wrexham, Southport, and Carlisle United before he returned to Rochdale in 2016.However, his disease came back for a second time just a few months later.Rochdale also paid tribute to Thompson as the team wore black armbands during the game against Altrincham.Chantelle’s tributeIn a tribute to her husband, who died on April 17, 2025, Chantelle posted on Instagram…She wrote: “Our brave and courageous Joey passed away in the early hours of Thursday morning, he was at home where he wanted to be in a beautiful peaceful setting surrounding by his family when he transitioned.“Joe has made such an impact on so many people and we are all forever grateful for him blessing us with his presence and for being so strong and staying with us as long as he did against all the odds.“He was the most Incredible husband,son,brother,friend & father to our beautiful daughters who will now carry his light and legacy on and I will continue to keep filling them up with Joes love every single day. “It’s been a long battle, and one that he fought with all his might and he did things HIS way!! “He choose his path and walked every step with courage and pride growing closer and closer to god each day whilst still being there for so many others. “He held on to his plans for the future to continue that legacy but It’s now time for him to rest up and watch over us from heaven.“I know he will be deeply missed by everyone and the world will not be the same without his contagious energy. Long may his legacy and impact live on!!” More

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      Who is Joe Thompson’s wife Chantelle Perry and how many children did she share with the late Man Utd footballer?

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      MANCHESTER United have paid tribute to former footballer Joe Thompson, who has sadly passed away from cancer at the age of 36.  The club offered their heartfelt support to his family, stating that their thoughts are very much with them during this incredibly difficult time. Here’s what we know about his wife, Chantelle Perry, and their children.Chantelle Perry and Joe Thompson have been married since 2016Credit: Instagram / Chantelle PerryWho is Joe Thompson’s wife, Chantelle Perry?Chantelle Perry is the wife of former English professional footballer, Joe Thompson.The pair married in 2016 after dating for a long time.Sadly, the ex-Rochdale player, who retired at the age of 29 in 2019, faced an uphill battle with his health.He was diagnosed with cancer for a third time in 2024.Read more about Joe ThompsonIn a tribute to her husband, who died on April 17, 2025, Chantelle wrote on Instagram: “Our brave and courageous Joey passed away in the early hours of Thursday morning, he was at home where he wanted to be in a beautiful peaceful setting surrounding by his family when he transitioned. “Joe has made such an impact on so many people and we are all forever grateful for him blessing us with his presence and for being so strong and staying with us as long as he did against all the odds.“He was the most Incredible husband,son,brother,friend & father to our beautiful daughters who will now carry his light and legacy on and I will continue to keep filling them up with Joes love every single day.”Chantelle added: “It’s been a long battle, and one that he fought with all his might and he did things HIS way!! Most read in Football“He choose his path and walked every step with courage and pride growing closer and closer to god each day whilst still being there for so many others. “He held on to his plans for the future to continue that legacy but It’s now time for him to rest up and watch over us from heaven.Ex-Man Utd trainee Joe Thompson diagnosed with cancer for 3rd time and says ‘aggressive’ lymphoma has spread to his lungs “I know he will be deeply missed by everyone and the world will not be the same without his contagious energy. Long may his legacy and impact live on!!”Chantelle herself is a beauty entrepreneur and set up the Perriee Spa back in 2015 in Prestwich. By then, she’d already been styling hair for 13 years and had spent the last decade perfecting her own techniques for fitting hair extensions.According to Company House, she still holds a number of senior roles in her beauty businesses, however, she generally keeps a low profile.She was just 27 when Joe was first diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma in 2013, while he was playing for Tranmere. He was given the all-clear a year later, but sadly had to face the disease again in 2017.Chantelle has stood by him since he was diagnosedCredit: Instagram / Chantelle PerrySpeaking in 2019, Joe said he owed so much to Chantelle and their family for standing by him through it all.He told the Liverpool Echo: “I owe it to my body and also to my family who have all seen me go through hell on more than one occasion. “You have all been my light in my darkest days.”Joe said: “It’s definitely going to be a challenge and of course I get really down some days but what I need is people around me to take my mind off it because if I’m on my own for too long I just think about everything too much.She’s been my motivation through some really dark and hard times.Joe Thomspson“I have my loved ones to keep me strong and I’m so lucky to have such a fantastic family.“As a family we’re all really close. On the day I was told I had cancer my daughter just instinctively knew there was something up and she wouldn’t stop crying. It was so strange because the moment the doctor told us she knew something was wrong.“I guess she just knew there was a twinkle in daddy’s eye which wasn’t there anymore. We all slept crammed on the sofa together that night because Lula wouldn’t settle and she usually goes to sleep like clockwork.’How many children did Joe Thompson have with Chantelle Perry?The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Thailula-Lily, in September 2014.The couple share two daughtersCredit: Instagram / Chantelle PErryWhile saying his statement about his cancer returning, he described his wife and daughter, saying: “I would like to thank my wife, Chantelle, who was my rock in my first encounter and will once again be by my side with the same encouragement, discipline and strength. “Not to mention the love shown to me by both my wife and beautiful daughter Thailula-Lily who are both my motivations daily.”A year later, Thompson said about them: “She means the world to me – and my wife. “She’s been my motivation through some really dark and hard times.”She always makes me smile and hopefully she’ll remember that. She sees Daddy as Superman.”Read More on The SunThey had their second daughter, Athena Rae, in 2022.Tragically, in 2024, Chantelle and Joe shared that they had lost their baby son, whom they named Dre Phoenix Thompson. More

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      Ex-Man Utd starlet Joe Thompson dies aged 36 after being diagnosed with cancer three times – as club shares tribute

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      FORMER Manchester United starlet Joe Thompson has died at the age of 36.The Bath-born midfielder had been diagnosed with cancer for the third time in April last year, following his retirement from the game in 2019.Former Man Utd starlet Joe Thompson has died at the age of 36Credit: PA:Empics SportHe rose through the ranks at Manchester United’s academy before signing with Rochdale, where he spent most of his careerCredit: PA:Press AssociationThompson pictured in 2017, following him beating cancer for the second timeCredit: Matthew Pover – The SunHe was found to have stage four lymphoma, a type of blood cancer, which had spread to his lungs.Thompson had twice recovered from the disease during his playing career, which began and ended with Rochdale.He had come through Manchester United’s academy from the age of nine before going on to join the Dale, where he spent the vast majority of his 13-year career.The Red Devils paid an emotional tribute to their former academy star, saying: “A man who epitomised our club’s values – we are saddened to share that Joe Thompson has passed away.Read More on Football”A warm personality who had a deep connection with our club from a young age, our thoughts are with Joe’s family and friends at this difficult time.”The star’s death had been confirmed by his beloved team Rochdale, which said he passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Thursday.In an touching tribute, the club also shared their “devastation” upon hearing the news.They wrote: “Joe, who had been bravely battling cancer for a third time, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, with his family by his side.Most read in Football”Known by those close to Rochdale as ‘Joey T’, he made over 200 appearances for his local team, representing the badge with pride.”We first knew Joe primarily as a talented footballer, but we would soon grow to adore his loving, infectious personality.”The club, which Thompson joined first in 2005, added: “He faced every battle head-on, both on and off the pitch. “His journey and indomitable spirit have been an inspiration for everyone who has been touched by his story.”Above all of that, Joe was a loving husband to Chantelle and an incredible father to Thailula and Athena Rae.”Our thoughts are with Joe’s family and friends at this incredibly sad time.”Thompson was first diagnosed with the cancerous disease Hodgkin lymphoma in 2013.After bravely battling to overcome it, he managed to return to professional football, playing for Bury the following year.Thompson went on to have spells at Wrexham, Southport, and Carlisle United before he returned to Rochdale in 2016.However, his disease came back for a second time just a few months later.What is Hodgkin lymphoma? HODGKIN lymphoma is a type of blood cancer that starts in white blood cells called lymphocytes.It is not common, with around 2,100 people diagnosed every year in the UK.Hodgkin lymphoma can develop at any age, but it mostly affects people between 20 and 40 years of age and those over 75. Slightly more men than women are affected.Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, on the other hand, is diagnosed in 13,000 new patients per year. It is more common as you get older, with over a third of cases diagnosed in people over the age of 75. In Hodgkin lymphoma, B-lymphocytes (a particular type of lymphocyte) start to multiply in an abnormal way and begin to collect in certain parts of the lymphatic system, such as the lymph nodes (glands). The affected lymphocytes lose their infection-fighting properties, making a person more vulnerable to infection.Like all cancers, symptoms vary and can be vague. However, patients usually notice swelling in one or more lymph nodes.This can be in any area of the body, but is often in the neck, armpit or groin.The swelling is usually painless, although some people find that it aches.Some people with Hodgkin lymphoma also have other more general symptoms. These can include:Night sweatsUnintentional weight lossA high temperature (fever)A persistent cough or feeling of breathlessnessPersistent itching of the skin all over the bodySource: Cancer Research UK and the NHS.Bravely facing the disease, Thompson summoned up the will to fight it off, managing to return to action just nine months after playing his previous match.He made his way further into the Rochdale history books after he scored a crucial goal after coming on as a substitute in the final game of the 2017/18 season.It was his finish that helped secure a 1-0 victory, ensuring Rochdale would be promoted to League One.The star made one more appearance for the club before his retirement in 2019.After leaving the beautiful game, Thompson moved into the world of public speaking.Speaking to BBC Radio Manchester after his third diagnosis last year, he explained how the “aggressive” lymphoma was already at stage four.It had also spread to his lungs, making it difficult to breathe and sleep.And although it “hurt” him to get another diagnosis, Thompson had vowed to battle against it and win again.He said: “It’s far from ideal and it’s come back quite aggressive, so stage four.”The only positive is it is the same cancer as what I’ve had previously, but the issue for me this time is its gone on to my lungs, so breathing is a problem, sleeping is difficult and even talking sometimes can be quite hard.”You’ve only got a certain amount of time on this earth. I always think you want to make the biggest impact you can possibly do on so many lives as possible.”That’s where I’m at so I’ve got to lead from the front. I’m going to need cavalry and I’m ready for them to rise up and we’ll just get through it again, and then we look at the future.”He had also created a GoFundMe at the time, to help with his treatment, which raised more than £108,000.Joe Thompson’s career statsThose numbers in full:Rochdale, 2005-2012: 157 games, 17 goalsTranmere Rovers, 2012-2014: 32 games, 4 goalsRochdale (loan), 2012-2013: 7 games, 0 goalsBury, 2014-2015: 4 games, 0 goalsWrexham (loan), 2014-2015: 1 game, 0 goalsSouthport (loan), 2014-2015: 4 games, 0 goalsCarlisle United, 2015-2016: 17 games, 1 goalRochdale, 2016-2019: 39 games, 4 goalsThompson was born in bath on March 5, 1989, before moving to Rochdale at a young age.At just nine-years-old, he joined the Manchester United academy, remaining there until he was 16.Then, in the summer of 2005, he joined Rochdale on a youth training scheme deal, making his debut for the first team against Carlisle United the following May.He went on to become a regular for the team, playing an integral part in the Dale’s promotion to League One in 2010.In 2012, his first spell at the club came to an end, with 157 appearances made and 17 goals scored.Despite moving to Tranmere Rovers, he made a return to Rochdale for a loan spell that season, totting up seven appearances.After spells at many other clubs, he always found himself coming back to the Dale.As a tribute, Rochdale’s first team will wear black armbands during today’s match at Altrincham.Read More on The SunThere are also plans to pay tribute to the star at the club’s next home game against AFC Flyde on Easter Monday.Rochdale adeded: “Joe’s legacy will live on forever – he’s one of our own.”Thompson retired in 2019 due to his cancer strugglesCredit: Getty More

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      Carlton Fairweather dead at 63: Ex-Wimbledon ‘Crazy Gang’ member and legendary Sunderland coach dies after cancer fight

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      FORMER Wimbledon star Carlton Fairweather has died at the age of 63.The ex-Crazy Gang member passed away on Monday evening after a battle with cancer.Carlton Fairweather has passed away at the age of 63Credit: GettyThe former Wimbledon star spent 9 seasons with the DonsCredit: GettyFairweather was coach of Sunderland Ladies in the WSL from 2014 to 2017Credit: GettyFairweather rose up the football pyramid in the late 80s, going all the way from non-league to the Prem. A native of Camberwell in London, he started his career at Dulwich Hamlet.Spells with Bromley and Tooting followed, with scouts from Wimbledon spotting the tricky winger in 1984. He would go on to make 138 league appearances for the Dons, scoring 26 goals.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLFairweather joined the club in the third tier and helped them rise up the pyramid, with Wimbledon founder members of the Premier League in 1992.He was part of the famous Crazy Gang, who memorably beat Liverpool in the 1988 FA Cup final – although Fairweather sat the game out at Wembley due to injury. Fairweather would go on to play for Carlisle and Connecticut Wolves in the US before retiring in 1999. After hanging up his boots, the winger became a coach with Sunderland Ladies in the WSL. Most read in FootballThe club wrote on X: “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Carlton Fairweather, aged 63. “A beloved character behind the scenes at the Academy of Light, Carlton passed away on Monday evening surrounded by his family and loved ones.”Sunderland’s Chris Rigg is there youngest-ever outfield player Sunderland’s sporting director, Kristjaan Speakman, told the club website: “Carlton’s personality and charisma were unique. “He worked across all aspects of our club and the reason he’s so highly thought of is down to his dedication, humility, and work ethic. “He will be truly missed by all within our club.”A statement from AFC Wimbledon added: “Everyone at AFC Wimbledon was deeply saddened to learn that popular former Dons winger Carlton Fairweather has passed away. “Our thoughts are with Carlton’s family and friends at this difficult time.”Fans from both clubs paid their respects on social media after Fairweather lost his battle with pancreatic cancer.One fan wrote: “So so sad such a lovely man, RIP Carlton, you were one in a million.Read More on The SunAnother said: “A lovely man with a heart of gold.”While a third added: “One of life’s true gentlemen who will be sadly missed by so many at the AOL both players and staff alike. Taken far too soon. More

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      Jake Humphrey breaks down in tears on BBC as he pays touching tribute to F1 legend Eddie Jordan

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      BBC presenter Jake Humphrey was reduced to tears during a touching tribute to the late Eddie Jordan live on air.It was announced on Thursday that Jordan had passed away aged 76 following a battle with cancer.Jake Humphrey was reduced to tears in an emotional tribute to former colleague and friend Eddie JordanCredit: BBCJordan passed away on Thursday following a battle with cancerCredit: RexJordan was an iconic figure in Formula One, working as both a presenter and team owner for the sport, as well as competing in F2 and F3 as a driver.During his time as a presenter for the BBC’s coverage of F1, Jordan worked alongside Humphrey.Now working on different projects, Humphrey recalled his time alongside Jordan at the Beeb during a heartfelt tribute live on BBC Radio 5 Live.Brought to tears as he was speaking, Humprey said: “He won races, which was remarkable, but I think, more important than that, was that he won hearts.READ MORE ON F1″You know, I remember when I left Formula One a lot of people were questioning why on earth you would leave the BBC to go and join BT Sport (now TNT).”And I’ll never forget, he pulled me to one side and he just said, ‘I know why you’re doing this’.”I said, ‘really?’ and he said, ‘Yes – because you want to be with your kids’, because my wife was pregnant at the time.”I said, ‘You’re absolutely right’. He was the only person in Formula One that knew I was walking away to be with my family.”Most read in MotorsportChoked up, Humphrey added: “I recently went to a Formula One race and I sent him a message afterwards.”I said, ‘The sound, the smell and the heat today reminded me of our days together travelling the world. I love you brother.’.Humphrey, Jordan and David Coulthard worked together to host the BBC’s coverage of Formula One for four yearsCredit: Getty Images – GettyJordan and Humphrey became close friends during their time with the BBCCredit: X/mrjakehumphreyF1 legend Eddie Jordan gives health update on prostrate cancer a month before he sadly passed away “‘Those were the greatest four years of my career, and the impact you had on me was massive.'”‘My ambition and drive came from seeing what you did and how you did it. But more importantly you were the person who made me truly realise that it’s family first every time.'”Jordan’s passing has rocked the world of F1 after a family statement was released confirming the heartbreaking news. It read: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eddie Jordan OBE, the ex-Formula 1 team owner, TV pundit and entrepreneur.”He passed away peacefully with family by his side in Cape Town in the early hours of 20th March 2025 at the age of 76, after battling with an aggressive form of prostate cancer for the past 12 months.”EJ brought an abundance of charisma, energy and Irish charm everywhere he went. We all have a huge hole missing without his presence.”He will be missed by so many people, but he leaves us with tonnes of great memories to keep us smiling through our sorrow.”Since then, tributes have poured in for the icon from across the sport and beyond including from the likes of Carlos Sainz, Martin Brundle, Christian Horner and Katie Price.Jordan was a legend in his field and although he never drove in F1, he did race in F2, F3 and Formula Atlantic, as well as 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1981.Ten years later he did finally make it to F1 with his Jordan Grand Prix team, and gave Michael Schumacher his F1 debut in 1991.Jordan Grand Prix raced in F1 until 2005, and achieved its best ever result in 1998 when Damon Hill and Ralf Schumacher finished first and second at the Belgian Grand Prix.The team was sold in 2005 and rebranded as MF1 Racing a year later before becoming Force India and later Racing Point and now Aston Martin.Jordan returned to F1 in 2009 as a pundit for BBC Sport’s Grand Prix and later joined Channel 4 in 2016.He had also been a regular pundit on Sky Sports over the years.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe was awarded an honorary OBE by Her Majesty The Queen in recognition of his services to charity and motor racing in 2012.In 2016 he joined the cast of presenters on Top Gear, who at the time included Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc.Jordan was a F1 team ownerCredit: AFPHe also spent time as a driver in F2 and F3Credit: GettyJordan turned his hand to presenting later in his careerCredit: GettyJordan, seen posing with his daughter Micki and son Zak, was a family man as well as a businessmanCredit: Getty More

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      Formula One icon Eddie Jordan leaves huge fortune to wife & 4 kids after death at 76 as celeb pals mourn ‘rockstar’

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      FORMULA One icon Eddie Jordan amassed an estimated €500million fortune in his astonishing life, it’s believed.The Dublin-born tycoon – who could “sell a used box of matches” according to old pals – owned homes in South Kensington, London, and Monaco.Former Formula One team owner Eddie Jordan has died at the age of 76Credit: PA:Press AssociationThe Dublin-born tycoon was also a TV punditCredit: PA:Press AssociationEddie is survived by his wife Marie and his kidsCredit: PA:Press AssociationHe also had a home in Cape Town, where he died in the early hours of this morning after battling an aggressive form of prostrate and bladder cancer.Jordan had business interests in property, oil, golf, racing and football. He was a former shareholder at Celtic FC and was a long-time friend of Dermot Desmond and Denis O’Brien.He leaves behind his wife, Marie and children Zoe, Miki, Zak and Kyle.A statement on behalf of his wife Marie and four children said: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eddie Jordan OBE, the ex-Formula 1 team owner, TV pundit and entrepreneur.“He passed away peacefully with family by his side in Cape Town in the early hours of 20th March 2025 at the age of 76, after battling with an aggressive form of prostate cancer for the past 12 months.“EJ brought an abundance of charisma, energy and Irish charm everywhere he went. We all have a huge hole missing without his presence.“He will be missed by so many people, but he leaves us with tonnes of great memories to keep us smiling through our sorrow.”Most read in MotorsportJordan’s net worth has been assessed in the hundreds of millions, according to experts.A source said: “He was very clever, extremely astute and made shrewd investments over the years.”Brave Eddie Jordan’s final public appearance just weeks before his deathThe former Bank of Ireland worker indulged in his love of the sea by owning up to 10 Sunseeker superyachts during his lifetime, taking possession of his final one in 2014 – a 47m vessel named Blush worth €32 million- which he sold three years later.He also owned a 45m sailing yacht – named Blush – which was sold for €12 million at the end of last year, just as he announced he was terminally ill.Jordan grew up in Dartry, south Dublin and Bray in Co Wicklow, and attended Synge Street Christian Brothers school.LOVE FOR MOTORSPORTSHe fell in love with motor racing after spending a summer in Guernsey in 1970 when a banking strike gave him time off from his day job.He bought a kart on his return to Ireland and built his way up from the Irish Karting Championships, through Formula Ford, Formula Three, Formula 3000to the owner of his own Formula One team, Jordan Grand Prix, in 1991.A former workmate at the Bank of Ireland branch on Camden Street in Dublin, where he worked for a number of years, joked: “You’d be taking your life in your hands if you got into a car with him.”But added: “He was a great character, well-remembered and well-liked. He could sell ice to the Eskimos or a used box of matches.”TRIBUTES POUR INTributes poured in for the flamboyant businessman, who also owned a helicopter, had racehorses trained by Irish trainer Mouse Morris and played drums in a rock band.Taoiseach Micheal Martin said: “I was greatly saddened to learn of the passing of Eddie Jordan.“Eddie lived life to the full, facing his final days with the same courage and tenacity he displayed throughout his many years as an entrepreneur, Formula One pioneer, and TV pundit.“There were few like him. My deepest sympathies go to all his family and friends.”’TRULY REMARKABLE’Tanaiste Simon Harris added: “I am saddened to hear of the passing of Formula 1 legend Eddie Jordan.“A proud Dubliner, Eddie’s impact on the world of motorsport was truly remarkable.“His passion, vision, and leadership shaped the sport and inspired so many. His legacy will live on.”Riverdance icon Michael Flatley, who was good pals with Eddie, took to Instagram this morning to dedicate a post to the late sports star.Sharing some throwback snaps of himself and Eddie jamming on stage together, he said: “God rest your soul dear Eddie.“Legend, brother, best friend, rockstar! You lived your life fearlessly. Love you forever.“See you on the other side.”’GREATLY MISSED’Horse racing legend AP McCoy tweeted: “So sad to hear the news of Eddie Jordan’s passing. Such a cool, kind, charismatic man with a huge presence. He will be greatly missed.“Sending my thoughts and condolences to Marie and all his family.”In late 2024, Jordan detailed his health issues on his Formula For Success podcast, which he co-hosted with David Coulthard.“He was a great character, well-remembered and well-liked. He could sell ice to the Eskimos or a used box of matches.”Former work colleagueHe said: “Way back in March and April, I was diagnosed with bladder and prostate cancer.“And then it spread into the spine and the pelvis, so it was quite aggressive. And we’ve all heard about our wonderful friend Sir Chris Hoy, who is an absolute megastar, and he [was] coming out and talking about illness such as like what I’ve got, but he’s a far younger man.“But this is a little message for all the anchors and everybody listening to this: don’t wait or put it off.“Go and get tested, because in life you’ve got chances and there is so much medical advice out there and so many things that you can do to extend your lifetime. Go and do it.”’DEEPLY SADDENED’Despite his diagnosis, last month Jordan led a consortium in the purchase of English rugby club London Irish.Paying tribute the club said: “He was working until the last, having communicated on St Patrick’s Day about his ambitions for London Irish Rugby Football Club, of which he had recently become Patron.”F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said he was “deeply saddened” by the news describing him as a man with “inexhaustible energy who always knew how to make people smile, remaining genuine and brilliant at all times.”RACING ROYALTYJordan’s first major taste of the racing world came when he entered and won the 1971 Irish Karting Championship.Over the following years Jordan debuted in Formula Ford, the Irish Formula Championship and, in 1975, Formula Three before a serious accident at Mallory Park in 1976 stunted his progress.He returned to racing the following year and in 1978, he won the Irish Formula Atlantic Championship and following a Formula Two race and testing for McLaren, he founded his first team, Eddie Jordan Racing, in 1979 before moving into the world of Formula 1 with Jordan Grand Prix, which was established in 1991.Highlights include giving a debut to Michael Schumacher at the Belgian Grand Prix while giving driver Eddie Irvine real profile.READ MORE SUN STORIESAt the 1998 Belgian Grand Prix, Jordan completed a one-two with Damon Hill winning and Ralf Schumacher finishing second. Third was Jean Alesi, who had previously won a F3000 Drivers’ Championship for Eddie Jordan Racing.The Jordan Grand Prix team enjoyed its best season in 1999 when it finished third in the Constructors’ Championship with Hill and Heinz-Harald Frentzen, the latter also finishing third in the Drivers’ Championship.Eddie with Heinz-Harald Frentzen and Jarno Trulli during his racing daysCredit: PA:Press AssociationJordan had business interests in property, oil, golf, racing and football.Credit: PA:Press AssociationThe business tycoon had a lot of famous pals, including Eddie Irvine and Liam CunninghamCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      Brave Eddie Jordan’s final appearance just weeks before his death as F1 legend kept working despite ‘aggressive’ cancer

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      BRAVE Formula One icon Eddie Jordan kept working just weeks before his tragic death.The Irishman, who died aged 76, revealed that he was battling an “aggressive” form of prostate and bladder cancer, which spread to his spine and pelvis, late last year.Brave Formula One icon Eddie Jordan kept working just weeks before his tragic deathCredit: GettyHe spoke on the Formula For Success YouTube channelCredit: Youtube@FormulaForSuccess Eddie sadly died after battling with an “aggressive” form of prostate and bladder cancer which spread to his spine and pelvisCredit: GettyA family statement said: “Eddie passed away peacefully with family by his side in Cape Town in the early hours of 20th March 2025 at the age of 76, after battling with an aggressive form of prostate cancer for the past 12 months.”He made his final appearance just weeks before his death on the Formula For Success YouTube channel.The F1 royalty shared his stellar expertise on the sport while chatting to Otmar Szafnauer and David Coulthard.Jordan appeared in high spirits as he discussed Szafnauer’s career as well as his own personal experiences in the industry. As the episode ended, Jordan joked with his guest: “I still hate you! But I’m still able to have a drink.”In haunting comments he added: “So let us in this new year, when DC comes back of from being dry, and you’ve done your two months, I’m hoping to make a recovery to be mid-season, maybe Monaco, back in full flight.”Hopefully things will work to my favour and we can head down to the TipTop and have a very nice pleasant cool beer, after racing some evening, hanging over the guard rail.”They’re special moments for me, because you can’t buy them and you’re just talking about rubbish and nothing at all.Most read in Motorsport”I enjoy that time.”It came after a live radio gig last month when he touchingly apologised after revealing he’s “not himself” following a dose of cancer treatment.The former F1 team owner was on talkSPORT discussing his takeover of London Irish.Towards the end of the segment, Jordan said: “Sorry guys, just a small thing, thank you.”I’ve just come out of getting chemotherapy and I’m not 100 per cent together here guys.”I’m just not myself at this moment in time. I’m a little all over the place, so please forgive me.”Back in December, Jordan revealed he went through some “dark days” as the cancer spread to different parts of his body.He urged people to go out and get tested and spoke about the importance of looking after one’s body.’I’m not myself, please forgive me’ – Shaken F1 legend Eddie Jordan, 76, apologises live on radio after cancer treatmentIn an appearance on his Formula For Success podcast, which he hosts alongside David Coulthard, Jordan said: “We’ve kind of alluded to it David, over the shows.”Way back in March and April, I was diagnosed with bladder and prostate cancer.”And then it spread into the spine and the pelvis, so it was quite aggressive.”And we’ve all heard about our wonderful friend Sir Chris Hoy, who is an absolute megastar, and he [was] coming out and talking about illness such as like what I’ve got, but he’s a far younger man.Jordan during the Mobil 1 German Grand Prix in July 1993 at the Hockenheimring Circuit in Hockenheim, GermanyCredit: GettyHe revealed he went through some ‘dark days’ as the cancer spread to different parts of his bodyCredit: PAJordan was a legend in his field and although he never drove in F1Credit: Getty”But this is a little message for all the anchors and everybody listening to this: don’t wait or put it off.”Go and get tested, because in life you’ve got chances and there is so much medical advice out there and so many things that you can do to extend your lifetime.”Go and do it. Don’t be stupid, don’t be shy. It’s not a shy thing – look after your body, guys.”We’ll move on, but yes, some very dark days in there – but we pulled out of it, thankfully.”Jordan was a legend in his field and although he never drove in F1, he did race in F2, F3 and Formula Atlantic, as well as 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1981.The signs of bladder cancer you should knowThere are around 10,500 new bladder cancer cases in the UK every year, according to Cancer Research.That’s 29 every day, making it the 11th most common form of cancer in the UK.Smoking is the single biggest risk factor for bladder cancer, causing 45 per cent of cases in the UK.But exposure to other chemicals, including industrial, is also known to be a cause. Sometimes the cause of bladder cancer is not known.Around six in 10 cases are in people aged 75 or over, with a steep rise in risk from age 50.The signs of bladder cancerBlood in urine: This is the most common sign. It might not be obvious and may come and go. It might look like streaks of blood, or brown urine.A need to urinate moreA burning sensation when passing urinePelvic painBone painUnintentional weight lossSwelling of the legs Ten years later he did finally make it to F1 with his Jordan Grand Prix team, and gave Michael Schumacher his F1 debut in 1991.Jordan Grand Prix raced in F1 until 2005, and achieved its best ever result in 1998 when Damon Hill and Ralf Schumacher finished first and second at the Belgian Grand Prix.The team was sold in 2005 and rebranded as MF1 Racing a year later before becoming Force India and later Racing Point and now Aston Martin.Jordan returned to F1 in 2009 as a pundit for BBC Sport’s Grand Prix and later joined Channel 4 in 2016.He had also been a regular pundit on Sky Sports over the years.He was awarded an honorary OBE by Her Majesty The Queen in recognition of his services to charity and motor racing in 2012.In 2016 he joined the cast of presenters on Top Gear, who at the time included Chris Evans and Matt LeBlanc.Speaking in mid-October about his health, the multi-millionaire revealed that he underwent tests as part of taking part in a cycling event in South Africa earlier in the year.He said: “At 76 I did the Argus [Cape Town Cycle Tour], and then you get a bit of a bang, and then you suddenly feel that you’re not 100 per cent.”You go to the doctor, and then you get this illness. But where there’s a will, there’s a way, and I urge everybody to be able to stand the fight, because it’s worth it.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m coming out the other side, everyone else should come out the other side. The prognosis is absolutely fantastic.”The medical awareness of what’s going on at the moment is quite simply mind-boggling – and so there should be every opportunity to avail of that medical help.”What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?Symptoms of prostate cancer can include:needing to pee more frequently, often during the nightneeding to rush to the toiletdifficulty in starting to pee (hesitancy)straining or taking a long time while peeingweak flowfeeling that your bladder has not emptied fullyblood in urine or blood in semenSource: NHSJordan presents a cake and champagne to Heinz-Harald Frentzen of Germany in 2000Credit: GettyJordan in July 1993Credit: Getty More

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      FORMULA ONE legend Eddie Jordan made a heartbreaking admission about his battle with “aggressive” cancer weeks before his death aged 76.The Irish TV personality and ex-motorsport team owner has been confirmed to have passed away today.Eddie Jordan made a heartbreaking admission during his final talkSPORT appearanceCredit: GettyEddie Jordan revealed his cancer battle last yearCredit: GettyJordan had his own racing career in the 70’s after discovering a love of motorsportCredit: GettyHe revealed last December he’d been diagnosed with bladder and prostate cancer months earlier.He made one of his last appearances on live radio last month when he touchingly apologised after revealing he’s “not himself” following a dose of chemo.The former F1 team owner was on talkSPORT discussing his takeover of London Irish.Towards the end of the segment, Jordan said: “Sorry guys, just a small thing, thank you.READ MORE ON JORDAN”I’ve just come out of getting chemotherapy and I’m not 100 per cent together here guys.”I’m just not myself at this moment in time. I’m a little all over the place, so please forgive me.”Back in December, Jordan revealed he went through some “dark days” as the cancer spread to different parts of his body.He urged people to go out and get tested and spoke about the importance of looking after one’s body.Most read in MotorsportIn an appearance on his Formula For Success podcast, which he hosts alongside David Coulthard, Jordan said: “We’ve kind of alluded to it David, over the shows.”Way back in March and April, I was diagnosed with bladder and prostate cancer.F1 legend Eddie Jordan passes after battling ‘aggressive’ cancer”And then it spread into the spine and the pelvis, so it was quite aggressive.”And we’ve all heard about our wonderful friend Sir Chris Hoy, who is an absolute megastar, and he [was] coming out and talking about illness such as like what I’ve got, but he’s a far younger man.”But this is a little message for all the anchors and everybody listening to this: don’t wait or put it off.”Go and get tested, because in life you’ve got chances and there is so much medical advice out there and so many things that you can do to extend your lifetime.”Go and do it. Don’t be stupid, don’t be shy. It’s not a shy thing – look after your body, guys.”We’ll move on, but yes, some very dark days in there – but we pulled out of it, thankfully.”The signs of bladder cancer you should knowThere are around 10,500 new bladder cancer cases in the UK every year, according to Cancer Research.That’s 29 every day, making it the 11th most common form of cancer in the UK.Smoking is the single biggest risk factor for bladder cancer, causing 45 per cent of cases in the UK.But exposure to other chemicals, including industrial, is also known to be a cause. Sometimes the cause of bladder cancer is not known.Around six in 10 cases are in people aged 75 or over, with a steep rise in risk from age 50.The signs of bladder cancerBlood in urine: This is the most common sign. It might not be obvious and may come and go. It might look like streaks of blood, or brown urine.A need to urinate moreA burning sensation when passing urinePelvic painBone painUnintentional weight lossSwelling of the legsSpeaking in mid-October about his health, the multi-millionaire revealed that he underwent tests as part of taking part in a cycling event in South Africa earlier in the year.He said: “At 76 I did the Argus [Cape Town Cycle Tour], and then you get a bit of a bang, and then you suddenly feel that you’re not 100 per cent.”You go to the doctor, and then you get this illness. But where there’s a will, there’s a way, and I urge everybody to be able to stand the fight, because it’s worth it.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m coming out the other side, everyone else should come out the other side. The prognosis is absolutely fantastic.”The medical awareness of what’s going on at the moment is quite simply mind-boggling – and so there should be every opportunity to avail of that medical help.”55,000 new prostate cancer cases recorded each yearBy Alice FullerABOUT 55,000 new prostate cancer cases are recorded every year in the UK.Bladder cancer is less common, with around 10,500 new cases.For both types, cancer can start in one area of the body and spread as the disease develops, such as to the pelvis and spine.But there is also growing evidence to suggest patients can have two primary cancers at once.In one study by the State University of New York, the coincidence was as high as 70 per cent for prostate cancers in patients with bladder cancer, and 3.4 per cent for bladder cancers in patients with prostate cancer.Separate research published in the Journal of Urology found 25 per cent of patients with a bladder cancer diagnosis also had prostate cancer, and 3.8 per cent with prostate cancer also had bladder cancer.Symptoms of both types are similar, but there are some distinct differences.The most common signs of bladder cancer include:Blood in your urine Needing to pee more frequently Sudden urges to urinate A burning sensation when you pee Pelvic or bone pain Weight loss Swollen legsProstate cancer doesn’t usually cause any symptoms in the early stages, but as it progresses, it might cause:Needing to pee more frequently, often at night Rushing to the toilet Difficulty in starting to pee Straining or taking a long time to pee A weak flow Blood in your urine or semen Back or bone pain Tiredness A loss of appetite Weight loss More