Viewers of the recent episode of Gardeners’ World were deeply moved by Steve’s emotional journey. Steve, a professional inventor living with his wife Pippa, bravely shared his health struggles on the show. He disclosed his terminal cancer diagnosis, uncertain about the time he has left, stating it could be “two months or two years, possibly.” Despite the grim news, Steve remained optimistic, seeing his cancer as a new challenge. This heartfelt story prompted an outpouring of responses from BBC audiences.
One viewer praised the charming garden with a windmill and commended Steve’s determination to complete it despite his battle with cancer. Another viewer found Steve’s resilience inspiring. A third viewer expressed sadness at the turn of events, while a fourth admired the couple’s windmill garden and positive mindset. A fifth viewer humorously suggested nicknaming Steve “Windy Miller” or “Mr. Toad” and applauded his positive attitude.
In related news, Gardeners’ World host Monty Don, a fixture on the show since 2003, discussed the future of the program. Despite health concerns that led to speculation about his future on the show, Monty reassured fans that Gardeners’ World will continue for at least two more years. He emphasized that as long as the program maintains its quality, he will stay on board.
Monty’s dedication to gardening stems from its therapeutic benefits, especially after being diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder (SAD). He shared on a podcast that November and December are particularly challenging for him due to SAD. In 2008, Monty had to take a break from Gardeners’ World after a minor stroke, which temporarily paused his media career.