01/10/2026
Remembering Dame Esther Rantzen
The University of Wolverhampton is saddened to hear of the passing of Dame Esther Rantzen, the renowned broadcaster, journalist and campaigner.
In July 2009, the University honoured Dame Esther in recognition of her outstanding contribution to British broadcasting and journalism, alongside her tireless charity work.
Best known for founding Childline, her decades of work helped give a voice to children and young people and made a lasting difference to countless lives.
Our thoughts are with her family, friends and all those whose lives she touched.
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