Zoe Ball pays moving tribute to late mum after funeral on ‘perfect day’ [Video]

Zoe Ball has described her late mother Julia Peckham’s funeral as the ‘perfect day’ in an emotional tribute to her just 12 weeks after her cancer diagnosis.

The radio DJ announced that her mum had pancreatic cancer in early March before taking some time away from her BBC show to care for her.

Taking to Instagram on Thursday night, the 53-year-old shared a slew of family pictures including Julia as she reflected on her heartbreak.

‘Yesterday we said goodbye to our dear Mama, Granny J. It was the perfect day and she would have loved it,’ Zoe shared.

‘Forever in our hearts Mama, thank you for your magic & love. Missing you so much but holding tight to each other.’

She went on to thank fans and family for their support, as well as her children Woody, 23, and 14-year-old Nelly for their eulogies, and share love with those going through similar losses.

‘Thank you to everyone who sent kind …

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