Actress Anna Chancellor’s Only Daughter Passes Away at 36 After Battle with Leukemia
Actress Anna Chancellor, known for her roles in The Split and Four Weddings and a Funeral, shared the heartbreaking news of her only daughter’s passing. Poppy, aged 36, lost her battle with leukemia on September 29, as announced by Chancellor on her daughter’s Instagram page.
In a heartfelt statement, Chancellor expressed her deepest love and gratitude to all the friends of Poppy. She revealed that Poppy died surrounded by her immediate family, just as she had wished. Despite their efforts, Poppy’s body could no longer continue the fight. Chancellor thanked the caring and loving team at the Royal Marsden for their support during this difficult time.
Chancellor’s family and friends, all of whom adored Poppy, joined countless others who have experienced the loss of loved ones at a young age. They pledged to continue supporting Poppy’s soul’s journey. The statement described Poppy as an extraordinary life force, filled with creativity, compassion, wit, beauty, and unmatched uniqueness. She had a transformative effect on their lives, and they will forever be grateful.
Born in 1988 to Chancellor and poet Jock Scot, Poppy was an illustrator and artist renowned for her work with brands like Adidas and Cath Kidston. One of her artworks is rumored to be in the possession of King Charles, presented to him as a token of appreciation after she participated in an artists’ residence at his stately home, Dumfries House.
Just months before her passing, Poppy spoke to the Daily Mail about her experience with chemotherapy. She expressed her fear and physical exhaustion while embracing a loving defiance and learning to communicate with her body and cells. Despite her challenges, Poppy remained resilient and continued to share glimpses of her life with her social media followers. Dancing became her solace, as she believed it to be the best medicine. In August, she posted a photo of herself in a hospital bed after a stem cell transplant.
Anna Chancellor’s acting career spans over three decades, beginning with her role in the soap opera Jupiter Moon in 1990. She gained recognition in the 1990s for her portrayal of barrister Julia Piper in the legal drama series Kavanagh QC and her depiction of Caroline Bingley in the 1995 BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice.
The news of Poppy’s tragic passing has left many saddened, as her vibrant presence and artistic talent touched the lives of those around her. The legacy she leaves behind will undoubtedly endure, as her creativity and compassion continue to inspire others. The world mourns the loss of a beautiful soul, taken far too soon.
