BBC Gardener's World viewers heartbroken as star reveals terminal cancer diagnosis during show

Scottish Sun

4 days ago

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BBC Gardener's World viewers were left heartbroken as one guest of the show revealed his terminal cancer diagnosis.
Steve gave the cameras a tour of his stunning cottage-type garden and revealed his dream of restoring a windmill on the property.
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Gardener's World guest Steve spoke about his terminal cancerl diagnosis on the show
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His beautiful garden includes a full sized windmill that he wants to restore
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He said his wife and son would continue his work
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The inventor admitted his cancer diagnosis gave him 'a burst of creative energy'
The professional inventor then opened up about his ailing health, and his plans for wife Pippa to take on his work after his death.
In an emotional moment during Thursday's episode, Steve said he could have "two months or two years, possibly."
He said: "I don't know how long I might live.
"I didn't feel down, as a result of it. I just saw it as another challenge. I thought, I'm going to have to sort something out.
"Actually I had a big creative burst as a result of this. And I'm getting there, Pippa and our son will be able to manage this whole thing.
"I would like to be remembered for the restoration about the mill. But I feel more strongly about the garden."
One viewer shared on X after seeing Steve at work on the mill: "Let's hope he can do it and beats the disease as he dearly loves his wife. #GardenersWorld."
Another commented: "Inventor man, what an inspiration # Gardenersworld."
One more said: "He has the correct attitude, be positive, get up, dress up, show up and never give up #GardenersWorld."