Holly Branson, daughter of billionaire Richard Branson, shared a Mother's Day post four months after the death of her mother Joan, according to multiple reports. Joan Branson died in November last year, with Richard Branson announcing her death on Instagram and LinkedIn. Richard and Joan Branson were married for 36 years and had two children: Holly, 44, and Sam, 41. Holly's tribute included a heartfelt message and a photo of her mother, reflecting on the loss and the memories they shared.
Zoe Ball marked the anniversary of her mother Julia's death on Mother's Day. Julia Ball was diagnosed with cancer in March 2024 and passed away later that year. Zoe shared a touching post on social media, remembering her mother's strength and the love they had for each other. The broadcaster has been open about her grief and the impact of her mother's illness on her family.
Happy Mother's Day to the best mum I could ever have wished for. I just love that you are still at the front of my mind every minute of every day.
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer paid tribute to his mother Josephine Starmer on Mother's Day. Josephine Starmer died in 2015, weeks before Keir Starmer was elected as MP for Holborn and St Pancras. She was an NHS nurse who suffered from Still's disease, a rare inflammatory condition. In a personal anecdote, Starmer recalled buying a field for his parents in 1996 because they loved donkeys, a gesture that highlighted his mother's gentle nature. The Prime Minister's tribute was shared on social media, expressing gratitude for her influence on his life.
Sending so much love to everyone whose mum is no longer here in physical presence. And to those lucky enough to still have their mums here, give them a call and tell them how much you love them, or better yet, give them the tightest squeeze.
It's taken a couple of weeks for me to write this, because how do you put 44 years of unconditional love into words? That's what sums up my amazing mum. She oozed love to everyone in her orbit and made everyone feel special.
Especially me and Freddie, Sam and Bellie, Dad, and her precious grandchildren. We were her world and we knew it. I feel so thankful for that.
You know that your parents are going to die one day, but somehow your brain never really prepares you for the inevitable. People say time is a healer and in the space of two weeks, I can see that.
The initial shock and pain has shifted into a deep gratitude that I had such a brilliant, kind, caring mum who always showered us all with love.
Mum, you are one in a billion and I am trying to be more like you every day. The other day I was shopping with Etta and let her get a few more bits than I would have normally. Etta turned to me and said, 'you're channelling your inner Amma.' That is exactly what I want to do. Channel you every day to be the best wife, mum, and, one day, grandparent I can be.
Thank you so much for all the lovely messages, cards, flowers and hugs over the last couple of weeks. I haven't replied to everyone, but I've read every single one and they have meant more than I can say. We feel very loved and very held from all over the world.
Two years Mama. Love you so completely, shining down on us all, still making us laugh & smile with our whole hearts. Feel you with us always. Miss you every day.
Heartbreakingly our beautiful Mama Julia has been diagnosed with cancer. As many of you know from experience, these are extremely tough times. Mum is being incredibly brave. My brother Jamie & I are completely in awe of the brilliant doctors, nurses & support teams looking after Mum. Thank you.
Sleep tight dear Mama. Thank you for teaching us how to love unconditionally, to always show courage and empathy. And how, even in the darkest of days, laughter is the greatest of gifts. We are bereft without you but will hold so tight to each other.
My mum was an incredible example for me. Even through long years of illness, she always put others first. Thinking of you today, mum. Happy Mother's Day.
My mum was very, very ill for all of her life. I know what acute care looks like because I've been there with my mum in high dependency units.
My mum was very ill and she couldn't move around anymore. She, by the end of her life, had her leg amputated and she could barely communicate. She was very, very ill. She loved her donkeys and I wanted her to be able to see her donkeys.