Former UTV presenter Aideen Kennedy passed away at the age of 43 after asking fans 'say prayer for me', media outlets reported late Saturday.
Kennedy spent weeks in hospital as she underwent 12 blood transfusions before announcing she was 'going home to die' on Friday, with the assistance of palliative care.
On Friday, the journalist posted on Twitter that after a stint in hospital, she was receiving palliative care at home.
https://twitter.com/Aideen_Reporter/status/1537737615688056832
She worked for various news organisations but is perhaps best known for her time at UTV. The broadcaster affirmed that the 43 year old was a "truly gifted reporter who spent many years bringing viewers stories".
Ken Reid, former UTV political editor, tweeted: "Tonight the thought @Aideen_Reporter is no longer with us is just heart breaking. A decent soul who suffered too much. The news has stunned many of us. We all need to take care. God bless her. RIP."
Lagan Valley assembly member Emma Little-Pengelly, who had known Kennedy for more than 20 years, said she was "absolutely devastated".
In the same vein, former Alliance assembly member Chris Lyttle tweeted: "Rest in peace Aideen. I am so grateful for recent time spent together. May your family be comforted by the life and love you brought to this world.
https://twitter.com/Chris_Lyttle/status/1538229432573382657
"My heartfelt sympathy and support to them."
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