Jane McDonald, the singer and television presenter best known for her work on Channel 5, has issued a poignant message to fans following the death of her partner, Eddie Rothe, at the age of 67. Rothe, a former singer with the 1960s band The Searchers, died on March 25, 2021, after a battle with lung cancer.
McDonald shared the news on social media, writing: 'It is with a broken heart that I am letting you know that my darling Eddie passed away yesterday. He was my rock and my everything. I am completely devastated.' The couple had been together for over a decade, having rekindled a relationship that began in their youth.
Rothe was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2020 and had been undergoing treatment. McDonald took a break from her television commitments to care for him during his illness. She later returned to work, including her show 'Jane & Friends' on Channel 5, but has spoken openly about her grief.
Fans and fellow celebrities have expressed their condolences, with many praising McDonald's strength and openness in sharing her loss. The singer has continued to honor Rothe's memory in her public appearances and social media posts.
