The cause of death of Dr. Uchenna Okoye has been confirmed by the coroner, ten days after the television star and dental expert tragically passed away on Friday September 15.
A coroner’s report obtained by MailOnline said Uchenna – who died aged 53 – suffered a brain haemorrhage as a result of a ruptured blood vessel, known as an aneurysm, causing a “subarachnoid haemorrhage”.
Dr. Uchenna
Uchenna collapsed at her home on Friday and died hours later. Following the coroner’s report, the medical professional’s family released a statement that read: Dr. Uchenna’s sudden death was due to natural causes.
“We are devastated and heartbroken that her beautiful, full life was cut short. As a family, our priority right now is to care for her young daughter and carry on her legacy and keep her memory alive. A private celebration of her life will be held in the coming weeks .”
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Uchenna sadly leaves behind a seven-year-old daughter she shared with her ex-husband and fellow doctor Chidi Ngwaba.
Uchenna was best known for her television appearances on popular shows like Channel 5 10 years younger in 10 days, but she also appeared regularly in shows like BBC Breakfast and ITV This morning offering its expertise in dentistry over the years.
After hearing the news of Uchenna’s tragic death, This Morning host Holly Willoughby took to Instagram to share a statement. “Incredibly sad to hear of the death of @druchennaokoye,” she wrote. “We first worked together many months ago with @oralb_uk and she was very kind to me… and then again of course giving her advice on @thismorning. Sending all my love to her family.”
Meanwhile, other tributes have poured in for the late mother of one. BBC radio presenter Jo Whiley said: “Devastating news. Sending love to her daughter, family and the London Smiling team. Strong, beautiful, funny Uchenna. Terrible. Just awful.”
Uchenna’s family announced her death on social media, writing, “It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of a much loved and respected cosmetic dentist, Dr. Uchenna Okoye, who passed away following an illness at home on Friday, September 15, 2023.
“At this time we ask for your prayers for her young daughter, her family, her team of staff at London Smiling Dental Group and her friends who are struggling to come to terms with her loss. Please respect Uchenna’s family’s wishes for privacy at this very difficult time. “
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