Who was Chelsie Whibley and how did CBBC star die?

THE family of CBBC star Chelsie Whibley announced she has sadly passed away after her battle with cystic fibrosis.

Chelsie, 29, starred in shows such as Dani's House and Sadie J before her career was cut short at just 20-years-old.

Who was Chelsie Whibley?

Chelsie Whibley, from Denmead, Hampshire, was a budding actress who starred in popular CBBC shows such as Dani's House and Sadie J.

She also performed in pantomimes, alongside House of Cards star Kate Mara.

Born in 1992, Chelsie had to put her acting on hold due to suffering from cystic fibrosis at the age of 20.

How did Chelsie Whibley die?

Chelsie was rushed to Southampton hospital on Saturday April 2, 2022 and died around 2.45pm.

She had been battling cystic fibrosis, a condition where mucus builds up in the lungs and digestive system.

Her lungs were heavily scarred and no longer operable, functioning at just 25 per cent of their normal capacity.

Chelsie had to take a cocktail of around 60 pills a day to manage her illness.

The inherited disease meant she had to undergo extensive treatment in her own home during the pandemic.

Chelsie told the Sun at the time: “For me, every day is so precious that spending them under lockdown is like having them stolen.

“It feels like even more time is being taken away from me.

“It’s just heartbreaking beyond words.

“I know that seeing my friends and family is too dangerous and it could be enough to tip my body over the edge.

“But on the other hand, I don’t know how much time I have and it breaks me knowing I can’t see them.

“I love them all so much and I just want to be with them because I know I don’t have long left."

She had been instructed to isolate indefinitely, preventing her from spending time with her nieces and nephews.

Was Chelsie Whibley married?

The ex-CBBC star had tied the knot in August 2014 to Glyn Whibley, 33.

He paid tribute to Chelsie, saying: “I’m afraid this is the hardest thing I have ever had to write.

“This morning Chelsie took a rapid turn for the worse and became unresponsive. She was rushed to Southampton General Hospital.

“It is with deepest regret that I have to inform everyone that our dearest beautiful Chelsie sadly passed away this afternoon at 2.45pm.

“It was very quick and she was not in any pain. I know you will all want to send your condolences but we ask to please limit it to comments below in this very distressing time.

“To my gorgeous inspiration wife we will love you always.”