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Beloved Broadcaster Dame Esther Rantzen Passes at 86
•Dame Esther Rantzen, legendary BBC broadcaster and Childline founder, has passed away at 86. Learn about her remarkable legacy and contributions to society.
1 October 2026
•Dame Esther Rantzen, legendary BBC broadcaster and Childline founder, has passed away at 86. Learn about her remarkable legacy and contributions to society.