Rob Burrow's widow Lindsey reveals Prince William has written foreward for new 'memoir of love, family and never giving up' Prince William presented late rugby legend Rob Burrow with his CBE in January Read More: Harry and Meghan issue new statement on presidential election By Lydia Hawken For Mailonline Published: 10:14 BST, 19 September 2024 | Updated: 10:16 BST, 19 September 2024 e-mail View comments Rob Burrow's widow Lindsey has revealed Prince William has written a foreward for her new 'memoir of love, family and never giving up'. The mother-of-three's book 'Take Care' delves into Lindsey's experience of caring for her late husband during his five year battle with motor neurone disease. The rugby league legend - who passed away in June - was diagnosed with the debilitating disease in 2019, just two years after retiring from a 17-season league career.
Earlier this week, Lindsey - who lives in Yorkshire with her three children - unveiled the cover of her upcoming memoir on X and revealed that Prince William has contributed to the book. She wrote: 'Take care will be published on the 27 February 2025 and I am happy to be able to share the cover with you. I’m honoured to say that the book features a forward written by HRH Prince William.
Pictured: Prince William seen presenting Rob Burrow with his CBE for raising awareness for MND in January 'Take care is a memoir of love, family and never giving up. As well as telling our family story, I want it to highlight the work that so many carers in the U.K.
are doing in the hope that it will give readers and families hope to overcome challenges in their own lives.' The Prince and Princess of Wales' official X account replied to this post with a single blue heart emoji. The royal couple were among the first to led the tributes to Rob Burrows following his tragic death in June.
William and Kate shared a touching message on X as they expressed their condolences to the athlete's family. The Prince of Wales wrote: 'A legend of Rugby League, Rob Burrow had a huge heart. 'He taught us, "in a world full of adversity, we must dare to dream".
Catherine and I send our love to Lindsey, Jackson, Maya and Macy.' In January, Prince William presented Rob with a CBE for raising awareness of Motor Neurone Disease. The royal met with Rob, Lindsey and their three children and told the sporting hero: 'Thank you and congratulations - for all the inspirational work you've done, Rob.
You've been amazing, you really have and everyone's so proud of you. Lindsey - who lives in Yorkshire with her three children - unveiled the cover of her upcoming memoir on X and revealed that Prince William has contributed to the book Pictured: Lindsey Burrow with her late husband Rob in June 2023. The couple raised £15m for charity following the rugby star's diagnosis 'We've all been following your case.
You've changed so many people's lives with MND with what you've done. We're all so proud of you. The royal also placed the CBE around his friend Kevin Sinfield's neck and praised his 'brotherly bond' with Rob.
The rugby coach, 43, touched the country's heart when he carried his friend over the finishing line of the inaugural Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon in May. 'The relationship between you two has been so amazing to watch,' William continued. 'An inspiration for everyone to kind of go like 'this is how we help each other'.
' While touring the stadium, Rob told the royal it was 'an honour' to meet him and revealed that his daughters have been practicing their curtsies ahead of today. Before his death, Rob and Lindsey raised over £15m for charity and were the subject of a BBC documentary about living with MND. Wearing a beautiful dress, Lindsey (left) appeared solo on stage with a graphic at the back of the stage showing Burrow donning his Leeds Rhinos kit Burrow during the Betfred Super League semi final between Leeds Rhinos and Hull FC at Headingley on September 29, 2017 Earlier this week, Rob Burrow was honoured at the National Television Awards as Lindsey presented the award for best Authored Documentary.
Wearing a beautiful navy blue dress, Lindsey appeared solo on stage with a graphic at the back of the stage showing Burrow donning his Leeds Rhinos kit with the dates of his life underneath. She was an unwavering presence at Burrow's side following his diagnosis and constantly cared for him as his condition worsened over the years. The rugby legend spent his entire club career with Leeds and made more than 400 appearances between 2001 and 2017.
Burrow was capped 15 times by England and played five Tests for Great Britain, but he was best known as part of the team that won the Super League in 2004. It ended the club's 32-year wait for a title, and he was then named Man of the Match in the Rhinos' 2007 and 2011 achievements. Prince William Share or comment on this article: Rob Burrow's widow Lindsey reveals Prince William has written foreward for new 'memoir of love, family and never giving up' e-mail Add comment.
