Arsenal and England footballer, Beth Mead, has confirmed that her mother, June Mead, passed away on January 7th, following a battle with ovarian cancer. Mead took to social media to share the news and express her heartbreak at the loss of her mother.
What happened to Beth Mead’s Mum?
June Mead was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2021 and supported her daughter's successful career throughout her illness. Despite the tragic loss, Beth Mead won numerous team and individual honors, including best player and top scorer at Euro 2022, against the backdrop of her mother's illness.
June Mead Cause of death
Beth Mead's mother, June Mead, passed away after "a long and brave battle with ovarian cancer", the England international has announced. According to an Instagram post, the mother passed away at 1 am on January 7. The Mead family has requested privacy during this difficult time.
We love you lots, forever & always. RIP Mama 💫 ❤️ pic.twitter.com/eUiTX0sFZU
— Beth Mead (@bmeado9) January 13, 2023
Recognition for Beth Mead
Despite the tragic loss, Beth Mead had a successful year on the pitch, winning the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award and being awarded an MBE in the New Year's Honors list. She was also nominated for the Best FIFA Women's Player award. In an interview with BBC Sport, Mead described her mother as her "biggest motivation" and credited her family for their support in her successful career.
Who is Beth Mead?
Beth Mead, also known as Bethany Jane Mead, is a highly accomplished English professional footballer. She currently plays as a forward for both the Women’s Super League club Arsenal and the England national team. Mead's talent and skill as a forward are evident in her numerous records, including being the holder of the WSL records for most assists and second-most goals contributed overall.
Mead also had a significant impact on the England national team, leading them to their first-ever major tournament victory at UEFA Women’s Euro 2022, where she won the Golden Boot, Player of the Tournament, and most assists. Her impressive performances were recognized when she became the first female football player to win the prestigious BBC Sports Personality of the Year award later that year. Additionally, she was also a finalist for the Ballon d’Or and the UEFA Player of the Year awards.
As a family, they have requested privacy during this difficult time and have asked for people to respect their privacy and remember June Mead as a wonderful mother and wife who will be deeply missed by her loved ones. Beth Mead has expressed her gratitude for her time with her mother and has shared that there will always be a piece missing forever in her heart. But as she said, heaven has now gained a special angel.
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