Tag: Childline

Dame Esther Rantzen, a prominent figure in British television and a tireless campaigner for children’s and older people’s welfare, passed away on September 30, 2026, at the age of 86. Her career spanned decades, marked by her distinctive presenting style and her commitment to social causes. Rantzen’s legacy includes the creation of two vital charities, Childline and The Silver Line, which have provided support and comfort to millions. Her death follows a public battle with advanced lung cancer and her advocacy for assisted dying.