Antiques Roadshow expert, Theo Burrell passed away at the age of 39 after a lengthy battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. The BBC star rose to fame for her eye for antiques and, in recent years, had been a vocal advocate of the gruesome disease, raising awareness about brain tumours while continuing her work.
Theo Burrell’s passing has left her family and her fans heartbroken. So, as the tributes pour in, let’s take a look at her family life; the BBC star had tied the knot months before her demise.
Who was Theo Burrell’s husband, Alex?
Theo Burrell’s family confirmed her heartbreaking passing on Sunday, July 12, 2026. The family, in an official Instagram post, confirmed that Theo passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, surrounded by her family. They revealed that neither the BBC star nor her medical team had expected things to happen so quickly. Her family called her an “incredible person” and added:
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