JAMES Whale was pictured for his “final interview” with Nigel Farage after he admitted he “hasn’t got long left” amid his cancer battle.
The broadcaster, 74, revealed last week that he only has weeks to live in a heartbreaking social media post.
The interview has been described as James’ ‘most compelling’ interview[/caption]
The TalkTV presenter shared an emotional health update last week[/caption]
James, who was diagnosed with kidney cancer in February 2000, underwent surgery to remove one of his kidneys, opting not to have chemotherapy afterwards.
In 2020, the television personality revealed the cancer had spread to his spine, brain and lungs.
The TalkTV presenter has now been interviewed by the Reform UK MP, giving the “most compelling” interview of his career.
New photos show a frail looking James sitting on a garden chair next to Nigel, with a sun hat on his head and a yellow blanket over his legs.
James is seen placing an hand on Nigel’s arm as they chatted.
The photos were shared by TalkTV producer Chuck Thomas ahead of it being released.
He captioned it: “After 50 years in broadcasting, Whaley delivers one of the most compelling and profound conversations of his career.
“A masterclass in asking the right questions.”
He added: “Filming Whaley’s last interview with Nigel Farage. The bravest man I know. A legend and a friend.”
Last Sunday, James took to social media to post a heartfelt message to his grandson on his birthday.
He shared a video on X in which he said: “’m not terribly well in the final stages of cancer, but I just want to tell my grandson how proud I am of him.
“He’s a royal marine and he’s been a royal marine for over six months, nearly a year now, he got through all his training, and I am so, so proud, you have no idea.”
As he struggled to hold back tears, the Celebrity Big Brother star continued: “Happy Birthday, mate.
“Happy Birthday to all of you who have put your lives where you have.
“360 years ago, the royal marines were founded. Happy Birthday to you all.”
Taking the opportunity to reassure his fans, he concluded: “It’s alright, I’m an old git, [I’m] 74.
“I’m still on the TV and radio but not for much longer. I love you all, guys.”
Fans and well-wishers flocked to the comments section to send him their messages of support as he continues his final stages of terminal kidney cancer.
One X user wrote: “You have been the voice of many people, thank you. Your family are lucky to have such an inspirational loved one. Thinking of you and sending love.”
Another fan commented: “Bless you James, stay strong and keep fighting, we are all with you on this journey.”
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Just last month, James announced on his show, which he has been filming from home, that he doesn’t have long left in his battle.
He told viewers: “I’m actually in my last couple of weeks. Last time I saw my oncologist, he said I probably have only got weeks to go.
“Over the 50 years, I have interviewed and chatted to some of the most amazing people. It may have been you. Maybe we’ll catch up for the last time.”
Earlier this year, he celebrated his 74th birthday in the company of his loved ones, surrounded by his family and friends.
James has been married to his wife Nadine Lamont-Brown for four years, after tying the knot at a ceremony in Tenterden, Kent in October 2021.
The broadcaster’s first wife, Melinda Maxted, ironically, was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer in February 2018 and died three months later. They have two sons, James and Peter.
James admitted he ‘hasn’t got long left’ in a fresh health update[/caption]
