- Radio 1 presenter Greg James returned to his breakfast show on Wednesday after being absent following the death of his beloved chocolate Labrador, Barney.
- James shared the 'horrible news' that Barney, who he shared with wife Bella Mackie, had been peacefully put to sleep at home in the garden on Monday.
- Becoming emotional on air, James explained his absence, stating he didn't want to talk about it too much to avoid crying, but made a light-hearted reference to Barney being 'with the Queen and Paddington now'.
- He expressed profound sadness, describing Barney as 'so joyful' and acknowledging that 'the price of love is pain,' while thanking listeners for their outpouring of support.
- James revealed that Barney, adopted from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home in 2019 and a frequent guest on his show, was in a lot of pain, and though he wanted him to live forever, putting him down was the best decision.
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