Countryfile's Adam Henson, 58, has been a staple on the show since 2001, giving viewers a glimpse into life on his Farm Park in the Cotswolds.
Adam secured his role on the show partly thanks to his famous father Joe Henson, who was a pioneer in his own right, having hosted shows like Animal Magic and In The Country nearly four decades ago.
Adam spoke fondly of his dad, also a farmer, describing him as a "TV natural" and a "fantastic storyteller." The two briefly worked together on Countryfile years after Adam landed the gig, with Adam noting that "the producers and directors loved him." The farming expert said: "He was also my biggest supporter and always rang after the programme to congratulate me or offer gentle pointers." Joseph Leslie "Joe" Henson, MBE, a farmer who founded the Rare Breeds Survival Trust, sadly passed away in 2015 at the age of 82 after a battle with cancer, reports the Express.
Reflecting on the heartbreaking loss of his father the following year, Adam said: "It's devastating for anybody to lose a parent, but my relationship with Dad was particularly close.
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