"Devastated": Angela Bishop's husband dies aged 54
Showbiz reporter Angela Bishop’s husband Peter Baikie has passed away, with a statement from the television personality’s family on Thursday confirming the sad news.
Bishop, who is the daughter of former federal politician Bronwyn Bishop, is reportedly devastated. Baikie was diagnosed with a "rare form of cancer" in February 2016.
“It is with a heavy heart that Angela Bishop, family and friends advise you of the passing of Angela's much-loved husband, Peter Baikie,” the statement read.
“Peter is the adored father of Amelia, sister of Wendy Rylance, cherished son-in-law of Bronwyn Bishop and sister-in-law of Sally Bishop.”
Peter was just 54-years-old.
"His courage in fighting this disease left all that shared his journey full of immense admiration. He found his tower of strength in his wife Angela and the love of his daughter Amelia," the statement continued.
"He fought courageously till the end and passed away on Wednesday 22nd November 2017 peacefully, surrounded by his family and friends."
Our thoughts are with Angela Bishop and her family.
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