BBC Countryfile's Adam Henson flooded with support as sad family loss sparks moving tribute

Countryfile's Adam Henson received an outpouring of support as Cotswold Farm Park posted a heartfelt tribute to his late father who passed away in 2015. Joe Henson was renowned for hosting popular shows like Animal Magic and founding the Rare Breeds Survival Trust, undoubtedly igniting his son's passion for nature.

The tribute, accompanied by a photo of Adam and his father, stated: "This #FathersDay, we celebrate Adam's late father, Joe Henson and remember the extraordinary work he undertook to breed pedigree #livestock and his pioneering interest in #rarebreed #conservation which led to the opening of Cotswold Farm Park in 1971.

"Working with a number of like-minded conservationists, Joe was instrumental in the foundation of the Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST) of which he became founder Chairman in 1973. The example set by Joe, and the work of the RBST, has ensured that no breeds of farm animal have become extinct since the Trust's foundation."

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One admirer commented: "What a lovely man. I have only great memories of Joe and his support for Shetland sheep," while another said: "A true gentleman and a hero to rare breeds! What lovely photos."

Adam Henson, the presenter of a BBC programme, has previously admitted to an emotional outpouring after seeking the help of a holistic massage therapist. The presenter, who has been open about his family's struggles following his wife Charlie's diagnosis with pancreatic cancer, was deeply moved by his encounter with reiki massage.

While filming in Glastonbury, Adam was surprised by how "amazing" and "cathartic" the session turned out to be, he revealed during an interview with Somerset Life. At 58, the farmer and broadcaster remembered the therapist's advice to take it easy after the treatment.

He said: "Now I'm a bit of a cynic for this stuff, but do you know what? It was amazing. I don't know what the practitioner did but at the end she told me to go back to the hotel, drink lots of water and rest. I know I'm an emotional chap and I do wear my heart on my sleeve but when I lay down on the bed I cried and cried."

This revelation comes after he disclosed that he and Charlie were overwhelmed with emotion following her diagnosis with pancreatic cancer. The couple fast-tracked their wedding before Charlie's urgent surgery, a life-changing event that was just hours away, as discussed with the Daily Mirror.

"We cried a lot," Adam shared, reflecting on the ceremony which was almost a poignant goodbye, reported the Express. Up until 2020, Charlie had been enjoying good health until troubling stomach symptoms began.

Her health deteriorated over Christmas 2020, prompting an urgent visit to the doctor in early 2021. Charlie's situation took a dire turn when she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.

Against the odds, they found one of the nation's top specialists who conducted surgery. Bracing for the worst, Charlie "prepared to say goodbye". Remarkably, now two years later, she has returned to work part-time and takes life one six-monthly scan at a time.