Wildlife SOS star Simon Cowell dies aged 72: Tributes pour in for one of Britain’s ‘most respected’ conservationists who ‘passed away peacefully’ surrounded by his family after ‘brave battle’ with cancer
Wildlife SOS star Simon Cowell passed away at the age of 72 after his courageous battle with cancer.
The announcer died this weekend surrounded by his family.
In June 2022, Simon was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer, which spread to several of his other organs within two years. In May this year, his doctor told him he had only a few weeks to live.
A statement on behalf of the Wildlife Aid Foundation said: ‘It is with enormous sadness that we announce the death of Simon Cowell MBE, conservationist, founder and CEO of the Wildlife Aid Foundation and presenter of Wildlife SOS.
Wildlife SOS star Simon Cowell has died aged 72 after his courageous battle with cancer
‘Simon passed away peacefully on Sunday (June 9) after a brave battle with cancer, surrounded by his daughters, his partner and his dogs.
‘Simon was one of Britain’s most respected conservationists and a passionate advocate for wildlife protection and environmental issues.
‘He dedicated his life to British wildlife and worked tirelessly to ensure that countless injured and orphaned animals were given a second chance in the wild through rescue, clinical treatment and rehabilitation.
He campaigned relentlessly to raise awareness of the plight of wildlife and the importance of all species.”
Simon founded the Wildlife Aid Foundation’s animal rescue and rehabilitation center in 1983 with his former wife Jill.
