Greg James, the host of Radio 1 Breakfast show and husband of Bella Mackie, shared the heartbreaking news that his beloved chocolate Labrador, Barney, had to be put to sleep. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Greg expressed his deep sorrow and inability to comprehend the loss. He mentioned that Barney passed away peacefully at home in the garden while they were with him, under the sunshine. Greg, who often updated his followers about Barney, requested some time for himself and his wife to grieve, asking fans not to mention Barney to them for a while and informing that he would be off the air the next day.

Back in 2023, Greg faced distress when Barney developed a limp, expressing the challenge of not being able to communicate with his loyal companion during that tough time. Seeking help from Professor Noel Patrick on Supervet ER, Barney underwent significant ankle and joint reconstruction procedures.

Despite the emotional struggle, Greg thanked everyone for their love and support for Barney and asked for understanding during this difficult period. He expressed his profound sadness at the loss of his dear furry friend and the impact it has had on him and Bella.