Zoe Ball, one of Britain’s most beloved radio hosts, has shared devastating news that has deeply moved fans and colleagues alike. On October 8, 2025, Zoe announced that her mother, Julia Peckham, had passed away after a brave and difficult battle with cancer.
In a heartfelt post on social media, Zoe described the loss as “utterly heartbreaking,” saying that her mother’s strength, warmth, and humor remained intact even through the darkest days of her illness. “She was the heart of our family,” Zoe wrote. “Even when she was in pain, she never stopped caring for others. She made us laugh, she made us brave, and she made us better.”
A Daughter’s Devotion
When Julia was first diagnosed, Zoe immediately took time off work to be by her mother’s side. The normally energetic and upbeat host of BBC Radio 2’s Breakfast Show quietly stepped away from her duties to focus on what mattered most — family.
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