Jasmine Harman pays emotional tribute to late co-star Jonnie Irwin on A Place in the Sun

Jasmine Harman remembers Jonnie Irwin

Jasmine Harman, the presenter of A Place in the Sun, fought back tears as she paid a heartfelt tribute to her late co-star, Jonnie Irwin, who passed away at the age of 50 after a battle with cancer.

Two decades of memories

After marking a major milestone on the show, Jasmine Harman shared a touching post on Instagram, reminiscing about her two decades of filming the program and the impact it had on her life, including meeting her husband and making lifelong friends.

A special friendship remembered

Jasmine and Jonnie started their television careers together back in 2004 as co-hosts of A Place in the Sun. Jasmine fondly recalled their time together and praised Jonnie for his strength and positivity in facing his illness.

Heartbreaking reflections

Jonnie Irwin, a beloved figure on A Place in the Sun and Escape to the Country, opened up about his sorrow at not being able to see his children grow up and the challenges he faced after being let go from the show due to his cancer diagnosis.

Legacy left behind

Despite the obstacles he faced, Jonnie continued to defy the odds and work tirelessly. He is survived by his wife Jess and three young children, leaving behind a legacy of strength and determination.