Beloved journalist and broadcaster Fiona Phillips has revealed a deeply personal message to her family as she continues her battle with Alzheimer’s disease. In a letter written to her two sons, the very first line has been described as so moving that it brought many across the UK to tears.
For years, Fiona has been open about her diagnosis, bravely sharing the realities of living with the condition in hopes of raising awareness and understanding. Now, as her illness progresses, she has put her feelings into words for the people who matter most — her children.
The letter is at once heartbreaking and full of love. Fiona reflects on the journey of motherhood, the lessons she has tried to pass down, and her pride in the young men her sons have become. She acknowledges the challenges ahead, but reminds them that the bond between mother and child cannot be broken by illness.
Though intensely private, her decision to share the letter publicly has touched many across the nation. Readers say it captures both the cruelty of Alzheimer’s and the enduring strength of a mother’s love.
“Fiona has always spoken with honesty, courage, and warmth,” one supporter wrote online. “This letter is her greatest gift to her boys — and to all of us who understand the power of family.”
As the words spread, the letter is being seen not only as a message from a mother to her sons, but as a universal reminder: that even in the face of loss, love remains, undimmed and unforgotten.