Who was Gladiators icon Falcon and what was Bernadette Hunt’s cause of death?
FANS of 90s Saturday night telly will well remember the hit TV show Gladiators.
Sadly in March 2023 it was revealed that Falcon, whose real name was Bernadette Hunt, had passed away aged 59.
Who was Gladiators icon Falcon?
Falcon, whose real name was Bernadette Hunt, was an all-round Gladiator who joined the show after training as a ballerina and an aerobics teacher.
She made her debut on the show’s second series in 1993, before staying on until Series 8 in 1999.
Falcon also appeared on International Gladiators between 1994 and 1995.
After the show ended Bernadette worked as a fitness instructor in Basingstoke, according to reports.
What was her Bernadette Hunt’s cause of death?
Bernadette sadly passed away in March 2023 at the age of 59 after a cancer battle.
Her death was announced by Rick Jango, the partner of her sister, in a Facebook post.
The statement read: “It is with great sadness that I have to tell you of the death of my partner’s younger sister Bernadette Hunt.
“Most people will remember her as Falcon From the hit TV Show Gladiators.”
“I had the privilege to be in her company a few times & I have to say she was one of the most lovely people I have ever met.
“She never had a bad word to say about anyone, indeed she was always known a the nicest ‘Gladiator’, always stopping to speak & sign autographs for anyone.
“She had been battling cancer for a number of years until sadly she lost he fight R.I.P. Bernie.”
In a later comment it was confirmed the funeral for the TV star would be a private one attended only by family.
The sad news was met with an outpouring of tributes from fans.
One wrote: “Such sad news.She was the loveliest person RIP Bernie”.
Another added: “Oh I’m so sad to hear this. Bernie was just the loveliest person. So warm and friendly. Please send my love and condolences to the family. Xx”
“So sorry to hear this. Bernie was an absolute gem and one of the most giving people you could meet. Condolences to the family. A sad day RIP,” a third wrote.
Another added: “Absolutely heartbroken to hear that Bernie has died. When I arrived in Basingstoke I joined the gym and she was the lady that did my induction, and became a friend.