55 m. ago David Attenborough's world turned upside down by tragic phone call

Beloved broadcaster and naturalist Sir David Attenborough will celebrate his 99th birthday on Thursday, but will be without his wife, Jane, who died almost 30 years ago

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11 h. ago Tragic phone call that turned David Attenborough's world upside down

Sir David Attenborough met his wife when they were just 18 years old, and the happy couple welcomed two children into the world together before her tragic death in 1997

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19 h. ago The devastating phone call that ended Sir David Attenborough's world: Jane was his greatest love, his rock and soulmate then in a blink of an eye his life was turned upside down

It was while Sir David Attenborough was filming in New Zealand that he received the devastating phone call.

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21 h. ago Sir David Attenborough may be the one celebrating his birthday, but he's given us the best gift of all with his new documentary Ocean, writes BRIAN VINER

Sir David Attenborough turns 99 on Thursday and the best birthday present we can collectively give the great man is by going to the cinema to see his powerful new feature-length documentary.

Culture

22 h. ago Sir David Attenborough makes powerful plea as he launches his new film Ocean

The veteran broadcaster issued a stark warning ahead of his 99th birthday

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23 h. ago King Charles joins Sir David Attenborough at Ocean premiere to deliver important message

King Charles attended the premiere of Sir David Attenborough's new film, Ocean, in London - with the pair chatting and laughing together before the movie

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23 h. ago King Charles appears in high spirits as he greets Sir David Attenborough at star

The royal, 76, was suited and booted for the special event and looked dapper in his black tux as he stepped out at the Royal Festival Hall in London .

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24 h. ago Sir David Attenborough may be the one celebrating his birthday, but he's given us the best gift of all with his new documentary Ocean, writes BRIAN VINER 

Sir David Attenborough turns 99 on Thursday and the best birthday present we can collectively give the great man is by going to the cinema to see his powerful new feature-length documentary.

Culture

31 h. ago Sir David Attenborough, 98, tells 'greatest story he's ever told' in his new film

Ocean: With David Attenborough will see the legendary environmentalist, 98, delve further than ever before into the 'most important place on earth' - its oceans.

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32 h. ago Sir David Attenborough 'delivers greatest message ever' as he prepares to turn 99

Wildlife broadcaster Sir David Attenborough has delivered what promises to be the 'greatest message' of his life as he prepares to release his new film, Ocean, on his 99th birthday

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59 h. ago Gardeners warned 'not to mow' grass until July after Sir David Attenborough's warning

The recent warm weather has seen many Brits heading out into the garden to get on top of the mowing, but experts warn that you should wait

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59 h. ago Sir David Attenborough's diet for a long life as broadcaster set to turn 99 this week

The broadcaster has previously mentioned cutting back on a particular type of food.

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3 d. ago Sir David Attenborough to front new landmark BBC series weeks after 99th birthday

The much-loved presenter has alluded to approaching 'the end' of his long life, but shows little sign of slowing down

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6 d. ago The one food Sir David Attenborough cut out which could help him 'live past 100'

The legendary broadcaster, 98, admitted he his nearing the 'end of his life' on Monday in a powerful statement ahead of his new film Ocean: With David Attenborough.

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6 d. ago Sir David Attenborough admits 'the end is near' in heartbreaking admission

Sir David Attenborough has opened up about his mortality, saying he is 'nearing the end of his life' in his new documentary series, Ocean, as he approaches his 99th birthday on May 9

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6 d. ago David Attenborough shares his concerns as he approaches the 'end of his life'

The legendary broadcaster and wildlife expert made his remarks ahead of his 99th birthday

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6 d. ago Sir David Attenborough's eye condition explained as national treasure turns 99

The legend may not be able to see humanity save the planet, not due to his age, but due to an eye condition

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6 d. ago Sir David Attenborough fears he's 'nearing the end' as he makes 'important' revelation

The broadcaster Sir David Attenborough has reflected on his life and death in a new documentary, as he nears his 99th birthday, saying he is "approaching the end" of his life

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6 d. ago Sir David Attenborough's heartbreaking health concern as BBC legend turns 99

Sir David Attenborough's pal says he'll 'never retire' as the star made a sad admission about his life amid his 99th birthday next week.

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6 d. ago Sir David Attenborough admits he is 'nearing the end' in heartbreaking confession

Sir David Attenborough has shared an emotional statement to fans

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