Alan Titchmarsh said his mum was “proud” of him and that was “nice to know” (Image: Jeff Spicer/Getty Images) Alan Titchmarsh has opened up about two tragic family losses and revealed how they ultimately led to a devastating realisation. In a touching conversation with radio presenter James O'Brien on an unearthed 2023 episode of the Full Disclosure podcast, the beloved TV gardener, 75, spoke about his parents. Alan, who is best known for his work on BBC Gardeners' World and Ground Force, explained the extent to which his mum, who sadly died in 2002, witnessed his success.

He said: "Well, she was...

yeah, she was proud of me in the end and that was nice to know, and the thing you realise, as soon as you've lost both your parents...

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