Four Weddings star Anna Chancellor's daughter dies aged 36

Four Weddings star Anna Chancellor's daughter dies aged 36

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Poppy Chancellor had been diagnosed with leukaemia

(Web Desk) - Illustrator and paper cut artist Poppy Chancellor had been diagnosed with leukaemia earlier this year, and had been updating her Instagram followers "with the occasional drawing, update or moments of joy".

The daughter of actress Anna Chancellor has died aged 36.

Poppy Chancellor - who was an illustrator and artist - was diagnosed with leukaemia earlier this year.

Anna Chancellor, who is best known for her role in Four Weddings And A Funeral, paid tribute on her daughter's Instagram page, sharing a picture of her as a young girl.

She wrote: "On September 29th Poppy died, held tight by her immediate family just as she had wished. Despite every effort, her body could not continue any longer."

Thanking the medical staff at the Royal Marsden, where Poppy was cared for, she went on: "We, her family and friends who all adore her join the other families who have lost their loved ones far too young.

"We continue to pray and support her in any way we can to further her soul's journey.

"Poppy was and is an unbelievable life force of creativity, compassion, wit, beauty and sheer uniqueness. She transformed our lives and we are beyond grateful."

Anna Chancellor, who is best known for her role in Four Weddings And A Funeral, paid tribute on her daughter's Instagram page, sharing a picture of her as a young girl.

She wrote: "On September 29th Poppy died, held tight by her immediate family just as she had wished. Despite every effort, her body could not continue any longer."

Thanking the medical staff at the Royal Marsden, where Poppy was cared for, she went on: "We, her family and friends who all adore her join the other families who have lost their loved ones far too young.

"We continue to pray and support her in any way we can to further her soul's journey.

Pop star Sophie Ellis-Bextor commented on the post: "I never met Poppy, but what she put out into the world brought me joy. What a bright and beautiful soul. I'm heartbroken to hear she's not here. She definitely made a mark."
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Radio presenter Clara Amfo wrote: "Poppy was nothing but a joy to be around, every interaction with her left you howling with laughter or at the very least a smile. Truly 1 of 1, we will love you forever PoChan."

Others, including comedian Ellie Taylor, shared their love of Poppy's art, with Taylor writing: "I am so incredibly incredibly sorry. I have one of Poppy's paper cut prints and it's one of my absolute favourite things in my house. Thank you for your art, creativity and energy Poppy x"