Leading national cancer charity welcomes new celebrity ambassador
TV favourite and actor, Tom Read Wilson has been announced as the new Ambassador for charity Penny Brohn UK which supports people living with cancer. Tom is best known as the star of Celebs Go Dating on E4. Author of “On the Tip of My Tongue” and “Every word tells a Story”, Tom has also appeared on shows such as BBC1’s Celebrity Best Home Cook, Mastermind, Mary Berry’s Fantastic Feasts as well as shows such as 8 out of 10 Cats, Celebrity Juice and CelebAbility.
Tom recently visited Penny Brohn UK’s centre near Bristol to find out more about how the charity supports people through cancer. During his visit Tom met participants on cancer retreat, talked with staff and toured the facility and its much-praised therapeutic gardens.
Tom said, “I’m so proud to lend my voice to help more people living with cancer hear about Penny Brohn UK. This charity is truly unique.
“From their online cancer support and their specialist cancer retreats at the beautiful, tranquil centre near Bristol - a tonic in and of itself - to their signature whole person approach to cancer, led by expert practitioners - you have a remarkable institution.
“For me, becoming Ambassador for such an extraordinary charity is deeply inspiring”
Jules Worrall, CEO of Penny Brohn UK said: “I am so delighted to be welcoming Tom Read Wilson as our new Ambassador.
“He really understands and supports our ambition to make sure every person with cancer in the UK is able to access and experience the best cancer care, leading to better outcomes and quality of life.
“People with cancer will benefit enormously from Tom helping to spread the word about integrative cancer care. We are incredibly honoured to have his support.”
For more information see www.pennybrohn.org.uk
