BBC star, author and comedian Maddy Anholt has passed away at the age of 35.
The actor, author and Women’s Aid ambassador sadly died on September 13, 2023 leaving her loved ones devastated.
Maddy Anholt Biography
Maddy Anholt is a comedian, actor, Women’s Aid Ambassador, and the author of Red Flags. She has appeared in sitcoms for BBC Three, BBC One, ITV and Channel 4.
She’s had four sell-out solo comedies at Underbelly, Gilded Balloon, Latitude Festival Main Stage and the Soho Theatre.
Her show, Herselves was nominated ‘Best New Show’ at the Leicester Comedy Festival.
She performed at Underbelly, Edinburgh where she was shortlisted for The Voice’s ‘Pick of the Fringe’.
Maddy also wrote and starred in her own comedy for BBC Radio 4 and has amassed over seven million views online for her sketches.
Maddy Anholt cause of death
The author and charity campaigner died after a battle with a rare and aggressive form of brain cancer following the birth of her daughter Opal last year.
Her family announced the news of her death hours after she passed away and revealed she spent her final weeks at her parents’ home in Devon under the care of Seaton Hospice at Home.
In the GoFundMe post her family wrote: ‘It is with profound sorrow that we announce the death of Maddy Anholt, our beloved daughter, sister, twin, friend, wife and mother, who left this world on Wednesday 13th September, aged 35.
‘You may know that shortly after the birth of her incredible daughter Opal last year, Maddy was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of brain cancer.
‘She handled the ensuing surgery and treatment with astonishing grace and courage, accompanied every step of the way by her family and devoted husband, Ben.
‘She spent her final weeks at her parents’ home, Sunflower House, bathed in love and calm, and with the sounds of nature all around.
‘In her short life, Maddy accomplished so much. She was a marathon-runner, author, speaker, actor and Ambassador for Women’s Aid.
‘Her debut book was published in 2022 and her first fiction will be published soon. As an actor, she appeared in sitcoms for the BBC, ITV and Channel 4, while as a speaker she led numerous masterclasses, including for the Guardian.
‘We are overwhelmed with gratitude to the many friends who have upheld us with their love and prayers during this difficult time, as well as the countless nurses, doctors and the NHS as a whole, who treated her with unfailing dignity and compassion.
‘In particular we would like to thank the magnificent team at Seaton Hospice at Home, who are the embodiment of empathy, professionalism and love.
‘We ask you not to send flowers but if you feel moved to make a small donation, this fundraiser has been set up to provide for Maddy’s one-year-old daughter, Opal.
‘Alternatively, you might consider a contribution to Maddy’s favourite charity, Women’s Aid.
‘Maddy was a powerful advocate for women’s rights and on publication of her debut book, she was invited to become an Ambassador for Women’s Aid, which she carried out with characteristic energy and humour.’
‘Wherever you are, please join us at 6pm BST on Saturday 16th September, to light a candle. Pray, meditate and hold our precious Maddy in your hearts as she returns to the stars. With love, Cathy, Laurence, Claire, Tom and Ben’.
Maddy Anholt Net Worth
Per research online, Maddy Anholt’s net worth is difficult to determine as there is little to no information concerning her net worth.
However, we believe the BBC star could have been worth millions of dollars as she had a successful career as an actress and author.
We shall update our cherished reader when we get enough information on her net worth.
Maddy Anholt Husband
Maddy Anholt was married and has a husband. Her husband is called Ben Anholt.
Her husband supported her through her battle with her rare brain cancer condition. Ben Anholt stood by her wife till she drew her last breath.
The couple had a child together. Maddy Anhot had a baby girl with Ben. Her daughter is called Opal.
Unfortunately, this is the little information we have about her husband since she has been private about her personal life.
Maddy Anholt Children
The British actor, author and philanthropist, Maddy Anholt, had one child. She had a baby girl with her husband Ben.
She gave birth in 2022. It was after the birth of her daughter, Opal, that she was diagnosed with cancer.
Maddy Anholt Siblings
Maddy Anholt was not an only child to her parents. she passed away aged just 35, leaving her twin brother Tom and sister Claire.
Maddy Anholt Parents
The names of Maddy Anholt’s parents are Catherine and Laurence.
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