Donna Air reveals she’s quit the UK after series of heartbreaking family losses

DONNA Air has revealed that she’s quit the UK after a series of heartbreaking family losses. The actress, 46, recently revealed that her beloved dad had passed away following a battle with cancer. Donna Air has revealed she’s quit the UK after series of heartbreaking family losses Credit: Instagram/donnaair The actress recently revealed that her beloved dad had passed away following a battle with cancer Credit: Instagram/donnaair Donna rose to fame on BBC’s Byker Grove and later went on to star in TV shows such as The Big Breakfast and The Split Now, she’s taken to Instagram to share that she’s moved to America for a gap year and to have some new adventures. Sign up for the Showbiz newsletter Thank you! Speaking about the reason behind the move, she said: “I think the reason I decided to get moving and maybe have the gap year I never had was a lot of things changed for me. “My daughter left home, my dog passed away then my dad passed away and I was like Oh. Donna rose to fame on BBC’s Byker GroveCredit: Not known clear with picture desk Donna also has an incredibly close bond with her mum, Marie Credit: instagram Donna revealed her daughter Freya has moved out Credit: Instagram/donnaair Donna recently celebrated her birthday with a cheeky snap Credit: instagram/donnaair “So I decided to pack up all my stuff and go and have some new adventures and meet some new friends. “And just have some new conversations and new energy because everything was feeling a little bit stuck. “And I have to say it’s just been amazing. The time really is now and its definately given me some new inspiration. “I feel a lot more creative again and I think I’m gonna come back to the UK with a big spring in my step.” Most read in Showbiz Fans flocked to comment and one wrote: “The UK’s loss is America’s gain. Best of luck out there!” Another wrote: “Well done Lassy, your Dad would be super proud of you.” A third said: “Good for you Donna! Wishing you the best of luck and happiness with your exciting new adventure.” While a fourth added: “Amazing !! So so happy for you and 🥂 to new beginnings, a new chapter and new adventures.” Donna’s daughter Freya Aspinall works with The Aspinall Foundation, a charity run by her father, Damian Aspinall. Freya’s parents were introduced in 2000 at a dinner party by their friend Tara Palmer-Tomkinson. Donna split from Damian back in 2007. She met the multi-millionaire when she was just 21. Donna who has since been known for dating the likes of Kate Middleton’s brother, James recently celebrated her 47th birthday by stripping naked and posing with just a newspaper protecting her modesty. The stunning presenter was seen soaking up the sun on a lounger in her garden in the cheeky snaps shared on social media. Comment now