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Jade to marry as cancer terminal

By Ruth Doherty  on Monday 16 February 2009

Jade Goody and Jack Tweed, London

Jade Goody is preparing to marry and have her two boys christened as soon as possible after being told by doctors her cancer is terminal.

The Big Brother star agreed to marry boyfriend Jack Tweed, 21,  after he proposed in the hospital upon learning from doctors that she only has a few months left to live.

She reportedly plans to sell the rights for both events to raise money for her children, Bobby, five, and four-year-old Freddy.

‘They need to get married as soon as possible,’ her spokesman, the publicist Max Clifford, said last night.

‘She's a young girl who's petrified, who's been told she's dying, and she's coping with it brilliantly.’

Jade was told she had cervical cancer on the Indian version of Big Brother last August. She is being treated at the Royal Marsden Hospital in Chelsea.

Goody is reportedly planning a ‘traditional’ wedding unless she becomes too weak to leave the hospital.

Asked if she would sell the rights to the wedding, Clifford said: ‘I assume so. I'm going to try to make as much money for her as I possibly can in the coming weeks for the sake of the children.’

Max Clifford has defended Jade’s decision to ‘die in the public eye’. He told Sky News: ‘What she said to me was simply this – “I'm doing this for three reasons, one: because I want to make as much money as possible for my children, two: because it keeps me busy, it gives me something to think about other than cancer, and what's going to happen to me,” and three: since last August when she announced she had cancer, the amount of women having cervical smears has gone up over 20% right across Britain and that's something she's very happy about.’

‘She said to me, “Look Max, I'm hoping what happened to me won't happen to them. They didn't spot the cancer that was growing in me, these women will have the proper tests and it won't happen to them.”'

Clifford added: ‘So those are the three main reasons, and what it comes down to is when you're in a situation like that, God forbid, you know what's the best way for you to handle it and this is her way, and I respect her for that.’

Monday 16 February 2009

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Dear Jade, I have no idea how you are coping with this dreadful news... I admire you very much ~ you have made something of your young short life, your a household name and I am sure I speak for many when I say how very brave you are right now, my thoughts each day are with you and I wish for a miracle for you.. much love to you and your family Xx
Comment by Debra Bowden on February 16 13:25

This is all very sad and Jade is being so brave and my heartfelt wishes go out to her!I trully hope she has the wedding she wants!!
Comment by Tracey Claxton on February 16 13:26

I did not agree with Jades public show of her illness and still do not. I can understand that she wants to raise money for her boys but other women in this situation do not have the chance to do this.

I think it is very sad what has happened to Jade but I truley think she needs to make memories now for her boys to remember her by.

I do wish her and her family all the best, but Jade enough is enough go spend your last months with your beautifull boys.
Comment by WithHeld on February 16 13:27

I can't believe anyone would speak badly of Jades decision to die 'in the public eye'. She is trying to ensure that her children are well looked after and the awareness she has raised is brilliant. Let her go with dignity and let the media print only good things. This is only fair.
Comment by Emma Wicker on February 16 13:31

I think she is handling this remarkable. I wish her all the best & hope she dose everything she has always wanted to in her time left. If she can raise awareness for smear test good on her.
Comment by Kate on February 16 13:32

I completely understand Jade's reasons for wanting to be in the public eye and I hope she makes a lot of money, to safeguard her sons' futures.
Comment by Amanda on February 16 13:32

Everytime I think about Jade and her children I have tears in my eyes. I just cannot imagine what she's going through at the moment, knowing that you're going to die and never see your children again is just too horrific for words. It's Jade's absolute right to do whatever she wants and what she feels is best for her and her children from here-on in and I hope no-one judges her for it. Thinking of you Jade :-( xxxx
Comment by Lorraine Smith on February 16 13:33

I can't help but feel deep sympathy for anyone that finds themselves in the position that Jade is in. But I still question the whole 'dying in public' thing. Her boys have a father and will be provided for. All the money in the world could not help her, why will it be any different for her boys. Surely she could have retained some dignity if a documentation was done but screened after the inevitable had happened. I just find the whole media circus thing odious and unpalatable.

Comment by Anonymous on February 16 13:33

Having lost my own mum at age 5 and then gone on to lose my father to bowel and liver cancer, I feel for Jade and her boys. But I wish someone would look after this poor girl, and make her understand her boys would much rather have as much time with her as they possibly can while she's still here than all the money in the world when they grow up. I feel she is being exploited by those wishing to make money from Jade, and it is a very, very sad story.


Comment by pennie on February 16 13:45

No, other women in her situation do not have this chance, but just maybe with Jade being so open about it there won't be so many women facing this dreadful thing.

I hope you have a lovely wedding day Jade. xx.
Comment by Judith Allen on February 16 14:13

Don't judge this girl. Few people know how they would act in this situation and with luck they never will. If you don't like the coverage don't read it - it is as simple as that. I just don't know where she gets the strength from - I'd be a complete wreck. I was never that interested in her before now but wish her happiness in the time she has left.
Comment by treaclebob on February 16 14:23

Dear Jade,
My heart goes out to you. You are a brave girl and I pray that your wedding is wonderful for you and Jack. I am very much older than you but have admired you for ages and am thinking of of you and your family so very now. I wish I could help or give you a hug but am sending your positive thoughts for the challenges you are facing. Thanks so much for all the happiness you have brought to so many people. Much love sweetheart. xx
Comment by Patricia on February 16 14:24

When Jades diagnosis first became public back in August last year, it struck a chord with me, having only had one smear in my life, over 10 years ago.
I worried about it all that night and the following morning made an appointment for a Smear. When the results came back, I had what is known as Severe Dyskarosis and had to then go for hospital treatment to remove cells in my cervix that were later classified as stage CIN3, cancer in its benign stage.
Had I not seen the reports on Jade, I would almost certainly not have had the smear, and goodness only know what would have become of me later down the line.
As a Mother of a 2 year old girl, I can only imagine the anguish she is going through and can do nothing but offer her thanks for keeping her plight in the public eye.
She saved my life, she will be saving others in doing what she is doing with the media.
Let her do what she needs to for the sake of her Sons, and give the girl the credit she deserves.
Thank you Jade.
Louise
Comment by Louise Wardle on February 16 14:35

Dear Jade & Boys,
My Heart is full of love and sorrow for you. I can not even imagine how you are feeling at the moment. What you are doing, like, making money and making memory boxes for the boys is terrific. They know you love them and when they grow up to be young mem they will remember what ther Mummy was like and will always have that special area in their heart for their Mummy. You are a very brave Lady as I know that I could not be that strong knowing my time was nearly over. You are going ahead of your boys to make sure as you did on Earth that everything is beautiful for them. Just remember Jade Heaven is a Beautiful place as this is what I believe and I am sure you do to. When your Boys time on Earth is over, remember they are going home to Mummy.
Big Huggs & Cuddles,
(A very sad fan)
Narelle
xxxoooxxx
Comment by Narelle on February 16 14:39

I feel so much for Jade, my nan has breast cancer and it is a difficult time for the whole family. I think good on her for making money for her boys and if it is distracting her from the fact that she is dying then even better!! Good luck xx
Comment by Jodie on February 16 14:41

my sister in law lived for 2 1/2 years with terminal cervical cancer.it was a constant battle,but your children is the best reason to keep fighting. dont give up without a fight jade, your boys will remember you as a strong person!
Comment by anna on February 16 15:21

Jade
You are very brave and my thoughts and prayers are with you, at this terrible time.
I lost my Mum at the age of 6 and my Dad when I was 7 and your boys will remember you.
Make their lives secure and safe by making lots of money, but make sure that you spend every last second making them understand what is going to happen. Do not leave them in the dark, thinking that you are protecting them.
Take lots of photographs of you all together, and write lots of letters for them to read, afterwards.
God bless you and your family.
xxx
Comment by Lynn Dixon on February 16 15:24

I think Jade is a very brave woman. She has the opportunity to make public something so many of us are afraid to talk about. She is a beautiful diginfied lady. God Bless you Jade xXx
Comment by Sequenni Hugglemuch on February 16 15:56

Jade you are an inspiration to women, your bravery is astounding. I admire you so much for trying to do the best you can for your sons at this extremely difficult time. They are fortunate to have such a mum like yourself & they will always feel you in their hearts.
Lots of Love
Sue xx
Comment by Sue Poorman on February 16 16:45

To Dear Jade,
I feel so much for you, Jack & your 2 boys. You have always handled everything thrown at you with dignity. You are so Brave and im sure that is a comfort to your gorgeous sons. My thoughts & prayers are with you. I hope you have a very happy wedding day & marriage for as long as you can xxxx
Comment by Chell on February 16 16:53

My heart goes out to Jade and her young sons. Im sure it will make her happy to marry Jack but I am afraid I have grave doubts about his motives.

Lets hope he makes her happy in the short time they have together.

God bless.
Comment by Ann on February 16 17:20

Jade please dont think your children will forget you with everything you are doing in the public eye you have left your mark, you are a remarkable women , strong, sensitive and i admire the way you are coping . others around you are drawing there strength from you that is so clear to see, you are a daughter , mother and a soon to be wife who is truly loved . you make as much money as you can you are doing what any mother would do in that situation. from one mother to another , god bless you xxxxx
Comment by DONNA on February 16 17:21

Never again will I put off a smear. Jade, so many people are more aware and your publicity has been brilliant at bringing this to the nation. I am so sorry for you and your family. Ignore all the nasty comments about your news and focus on the amount of love you have and the love you give. Take care Jade.
Comment by Morven on February 16 17:28

Dear Jade,

My thoughts are very much with you and your family at this sad time.

My sister went through exactly the same as you and she sadly died one year ago. She left a 14 year old daughter who came to live with us.

Watching you is like watching my sister, she was so positive through the whole experience and just like you she didnt want to leave her daughter all alone in the world.

These final months will be so special for you and your boys as I know you will do everything you can to make it less painful for them and they will remember you in such a positive light.

You are an amazing girl, who wears your heart on your sleeve.

I have followed you all through your celebrity status and admire what you have achieved.

God bless you and your family.

Lots of love,

Rachel xxxx
Comment by Rachel Phillips on February 16 17:40

She's so brave and the need to provide for her boys is so understandable she probably feels thats all she can do as she won't be here to watch over them.My heart goes out to her and the brief time shes had here she's made her mark. I hope the time she has left will be filled with things she wants to do.

Respect.
Comment by Lilly on February 16 17:42

I do not hold with what she is doing, however the TV made her what she is today, they cannot ignore her now. I was never a 'Big Brother' fan, far from it, but I do feel that people who write hate mail against a woman so young suffering a terminal illness is lower than low and that British people could stoop to that is appalling. Despite my dislike for her persona, the teachers who taught her, and society who let her down, I wish her all the luck and a miracle to pull through.
Comment by M Murray on February 16 18:02

jade i think you are an insperation to all the way you are coping with this sad news your children are very lucky to have a mum like you take care of you and your boys
Comment by siobhan lee on February 16 18:03

Don't give up the fight yet Jade! Just because the doctors have told you months doesnt make it so! I know people who have lived years longer than the doctors prognosis! Keep going and stay positive! My thoughts and prayers are with you xx
Comment by Justine on February 16 18:57

I'm so sorry. Do what you have to and be strong for your family. You are an inspiration and it lets me know that even though I may murmur and moan about my problems, I don't really have any at all. Thank you for that and I wish I could have learned the lesson in a way other that this.

God be with you.
Comment by Kelly on February 16 19:46

I feel so sorry for Jade and her children I really do, but please Jade spend some time with your children rather than making money, filming and going shopping for wedding dresses.
Comment by Cb on February 16 19:51

Jade words can not express how deeply sorry we are to learn of your plight. We hope that you have a beautiful wedding and we are sure you will be a stunning bride.
Lots of love
EnKryption
Comment by EnKryption on February 16 20:16

Jade is so brave. Anyone who says she should not sell her story should be ashamed of themselves. If someone with a posh accent did what Jade is now doing, then no-one would say anything negative about it. Jade is thinking about her boys' future - not much else she can do now. Simple as that!
Comment by Jeanette on February 16 20:29

I am not a fan of Jade Goody. I've never seen her on either of the BB shows and all I knew about her was that she was tabloid fodder. And I was even less impressed when the so-called "Shilpa-gate" came out. But, speaking from experience, I would not wish for her - or anyone, for that matter, to be going through what she is going through now. Good luck and God bless, Jade.
Comment by Lana on February 16 22:17

Jade is such a strong woman. This is a terrible situation but i do admire how strong she stands, when most of us fall with ordinary things. God bless her.
Comment by Adda on February 16 23:42

Dear Jade, jack and the boys
I don'nt live in the UK, I live in Australia, i have always been a fan of yours and always will be, I was so sad'end by the new of your cancer sprending, i dont no what to say, but you are in my heart always was and always will be, chin up my friend and good look with the wedding, you go girl just like always, be the jade we all no and love, be stong, my best wishes to you both,
huggs & kisses
Sarah

Comment by Sarah Oldfield on February 17 02:56

Dear Jade
I have been so saddened to hear that you have terminal cancer. I have been on your side even when others have been putting you down. I think that you are a very brave, brave woman and my heart goes out to you and your two boys. You will be in my prayers. God Bless You. I will also pray for jack and the boys lots of love
Comment by elizabeth orchard on February 17 11:35

What a fighter and what an inspiration ! You are doing the very best for your boys my love, God Bless
Lynn
Comment by lynne brook on February 17 14:23

I have raed in the past that Jade is one of those people you love or hate. I have loved her from day one. I really admire how hard she has worked and how well she has done. She has two beautiful little boys (you could say she had everything) and now she has been robbed of a life. I can't stop thinking about her as I have two little boys, more or less the same age. Jade will be in my heart and prayers and so will those beautiful little boys. I hope her wedding day will be her dream come true. I just can't believe it. How dare people question her for trying to support those little boys when she knows she wont be here. God Bless
Comment by Julia Davies on February 17 16:15

Jade I always thought u were great love always xxx
Comment by ria on February 17 19:27

What devestating news for Jade and little boys she has had such a rotten childhood, taken to pieces by the press but she has taken it all in her stride and now this. Jade your little ones will have wonderful memories of their childhood and their devoted mum. Jade there are no words but you are in the hearts of many of us and in our prayers
Comment by Christine on February 17 19:28


I was angry with Jade for being so gobby on big brother, but this is so sad, It makes you wonder if there is a god? she will make a beautiful bride and i hope she will be well enough to enjoy her wedding day on sunday.
best wishes to you and all your family jade.
God bless xxx
margaret

Comment by margaret moodie on February 17 22:01

My thoughts and prayers are with you jade and your family, Life is so cruel you managed to pack alot into a short time your little ones will see all the clips and have lovely memories. So many people have not been given a chance to prepare for the end and left so many families and friends with the words if only i said this,by being so brave and letting the world know you have every ones blessings with you. Just wish i could put my arms around you and give you a hug.

My love to you and your family
susan sprules

Comment by susan sprules on February 17 23:00

My deepest thoughts are with Jade and her family in this troubling time and i hope her wedding day is all she's dreamed of and her i'm sure her family are proud of her for coping the way she is. Jade is a remarkable lady. I am a cancer surviver myself and i know what she is going though, it's not in the slightest easy, i am fortunate that i'm in the clear for now and i'm just so sorry the same can't be said for a genuinely nice person who does not deserve to be in these tragic circumstances. Bless you and your family Jade and may god be with you x x x
Comment by Suzanne Shaw on February 18 12:21

Like Margaret Moodie I didn't have a lot of time for Jade-mind you I don't rate Big Brother either!-but I have to say what a lovely person she has shown herself to be.How very sad that it took such a tragedy for the world to get to see the real Jade Goody.You have my utmost respect lady-your courage and bravery deserved a better result.
Lots of Love and HUUUGE hugs to you, your lovely boyfriend and your little boys.
Nikki
Comment by nikki Lovie on February 18 16:30

Jade you have touched the heart of so many people for being just you from day one of BB. x I, and im sure many others wish you all the best for your wedding day. You are a wonderful person. Love and Best Wishes for you and your beautiful family and friends xxx
Comment by beckie lovell-kelly on February 18 20:35

I must admit I went right off Jade after the celebrity BB fiasco and when learning of her cancer how she was letting the whole world know her business but I respect her honesty in the reason she has done it now. It's for her boys and I don't think anyone can argue with that. It's a brave thing for her to do and my heart goes out to her and her two boys..I hope she makes as much money as she can before she leaves them. I hope they will be ok without a mum who so obviously loves them and wants to do right by them. Good luck Jade..both in this world and the next....
Comment by Deaon Garwandoe on February 19 13:56


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