Kate Silverton lost her mum, Patricia. She announced this on Instagram, saying she had been very worried for a long time.

Kate paid tribute to her mum, who was 83 and also her manager. Her mum was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer last summer. She joined a clinical trial to help herself and others.

Kate said her mum was very brave during chemotherapy and immunotherapy at 83.

Kate announced that her mum, Patricia, died at 83.

Patricia was Kate's manager.

Patricia had treatment to have more time and help others with cancer.

Sadly, Kate's mum died on April 8. Kate is grateful for the time they had together.

Kate and her mum did not always get along, but they became closer later.

Therapy helped Kate and her mum heal and love each other more.

Now Kate can remember the good times with her mum.

Kate will remember her mum's laugh, style, and love for her family.

Kate said goodbye to her mum and asked her to give her dad a kiss. Kate's dad died in 2015.

Kate studied Psychology and became a journalist, presenting BBC News and other shows.

Kate was on Strictly Come Dancing in 2018 and came in eighth place.

There is a support line for people with cancer and their families.

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