Susanna Reid has paid tribute to her “stunning good friend” Suki Thompson.
Susanna Reid is mourning her late good friend Suki Thompson who has died from most cancers
The ‘Good Morning Britain’ star mourned her “unbelievable” companion after she misplaced her battle with pores and skin most cancers – which unfold to her mind – aged 56, simply days after Suki appeared on the ITV1 breakfast present through video hyperlink from her hospital mattress on July 30.
The 52-year-old broadcaster captioned a photograph of Suki’s funeral order of service on her Instagram: “Our stunning good friend Suki Thompson.
“The embodiment of energy and optimism.
“A ardour for dwelling life to the fullest.”
Susanna concluded the message by writing: “Go effectively pretty [red heart emoji]”.
Throughout her final spot on the present, Suki – who handled the illness 4 occasions over the previous 15 years, and used her expertise to fundraise for Macmillan Most cancers Help – stated: “I’m very near the tip of my journey I assume.”
Susanna informed her: “It has been a privilege realizing you and being pals with you.
“What you might be doing is so exceptional. Big like to you and the household.
“And simply maintain going, maintain going. Human sunshine.”
Suki responded: “I’m so impressed by having a good friend such as you Susanna.”
A teary Susanna replied: “You are the inspiration.”
On her JustGiving web page – which continues to be lively and accepting donations – Suki urged individuals to “see your physician instantly” in the event that they discover something uncommon.
She stated: “What began out as melanoma on my left foot has unfold and turn out to be a mind tumour. So, if you happen to discover a brand new mole or spot one which’s altering, see your physician instantly. And even if you happen to assume you are protected, please see your physician anyway, and get checked commonly – it solely takes a matter of minutes.”