Comedian Russell Howard Announces Death of Newborn Son Felix

POLICY WIRE — London, UK — Comedian Russell Howard has shared the heartbreaking news that his son, Felix, passed away only hours after being born earlier this year. The 46-year-old entertainer and...

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September 4, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, UK — Comedian Russell Howard has shared the heartbreaking news that his son, Felix, passed away only hours after being born earlier this year.

The 46-year-old entertainer and his wife, Cerys Morgan, who is a doctor, spent several months grieving in private before making the announcement public.

In a statement posted to Instagram, Howard described the experience as the most devastating time of our lives, noting that his family has been changed forever.

The couple expressed deep gratitude for the medical professionals involved, stating they were “overwhelmed by the care they received” from NHS staff during the tragedy.

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In response to their loss, Howard and Morgan have established a charity dedicated to supporting other families dealing with neonatal death, stillbirth, premature birth, or miscarriage.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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