CBBC star dies of cystic fibrosis: Chelsie Whibley's death announced via tribute

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It was announced on social media that CBBC star Chelsie Whibley has died following a long struggle with cystic fibrosis, aged 30 years old.

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Whibley was taken to hospital in Southampton on Saturday, before passing away on Sunday morning.

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“This morning Chelsie took a rapid turn for the worse and became unresponsive,” wrote her husband Glyn on social media on Sunday April 3rd.

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“It is with deepest regret that I have to inform everyone that our dearest beautiful Chelsie sadly passed away this afternoon at 2.45pm.

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“It was very quick and she was not in any pain. I know you will all want to send your condolences but we ask to please limit it to comments below in this very distressing time.”

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Later, Glyn Whibley added to his statement with a heartfelt tribute to his late wife.

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“You were such an inspiration to me and so many others, with such vigour and determination to prove the doctors wrong and keep living on.

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