Good Morning Britain's Richard Madeley and Ranvir Singh announce colleague death after cancer battle
They had worked on the show for many yearsGood Morning Britain presenters Richard Madeley and Ranvir Singh shared the sad death news of cameraman Donovan Parsons, prompting an emotional tribute from their colleague Laura Tobin.
Laura became tearful as the team remembered Donovan on Thursday’s programme, with Ranvir reaching over to hold her hand as her voice began to waver.
Donovan died this week following a battle with cancer, Ranvir told viewers during the October 22 broadcast.
Recalling the support he had given those he worked with, Laura said: “Everybody is saying he was so supportive and loyal, he made me laugh every single morning.”
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Richard and Ranvir took a moment during the broadcast to honour Donovan, who had worked at ITN for 25 years.
Ranvir had known him from her time reporting on politics, when they worked together on a number of stories.
She spoke about the challenges faced by crews reporting from outside the studio, including long overnight shifts and working in freezing temperatures, wind and rain.
Despite those difficult conditions, Ranvir said, Donovan always brought a positive attitude and was ready to take on the job.
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Richard also reflected on the importance of the people working behind the scenes at Good Morning Britain.
He said: “It’s a proper team effort. But, of course, in all teams there are always exceptional characters, and he was one.”
Ranvir acknowledged the work that goes into bringing the programme to viewers each day, adding that the team was feeling Donovan’s absence and that it had been a difficult week.
Laura Tobin pays tribute to Donovan Parsons
Laura had spent years working with Donovan on location, and the GMB team shared photographs of him alongside his colleagues as they remembered him.
One picture showed Laura in Brighton with Donovan and another member of the crew. She described it as one of her favourite photos, pointing out his broad smile.
She also recalled how much Donovan cared about the programme, even when he was off duty. He would tune in on his days off and call the team to tell them how well they had done.
Laura remembered that he had even chosen to work on his 50th birthday, saying he could not imagine being anywhere else.
She described him as a friend to everyone, praising his knowledge, sense of humour and dedication to the job.
The presenters ended their tribute by sending their love to Donovan’s wife and four children.
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Good Morning Britain airs on weekdays from 6am on ITV1 and ITVX.
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