Family Shares Dame Esther Rantzen’s Final Message on Assisted Dying
The family of Dame Esther Rantzen has released a poignant final message from the late broadcaster, who advocated for assisted dying before her death at 86.
POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — The family of Dame Esther Rantzen has unveiled a poignant farewell message penned by the broadcaster prior to her passing at the age of 86 last month.
In the final note, the veteran television personality and founder of Childline expressed her frustration regarding end-of-life autonomy, stating she felt deprived of any choice over my own death.
The philanthropist, who had been diagnosed with stage-four cancer, vowed in her writing to continue her advocacy for assisted dying even from beyond the grave.
Her relatives confirmed that a small, private funeral service was held last week, describing the ceremony as incredibly beautiful. Plans for a larger memorial service are expected to be announced at a future date.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
