Nicola Sturgeon leads support for Janey Godley as comedian announces she’s receiving ‘end-of-life care’

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Scottish comedian Janey Godley has received an outpouring of love and support after she revealed that she is now receiving end-of-life care after her terminal cancer has spread. Many friends and celebrities replied to Godley’s post supporting her, including TV chef Nigella Lawson, comedian Dom Joly and former Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon. Thank you for all you’ve given the world – and for being you.” Fellow comedian Dom Joly added: “God bless you Janey – you are truly wonderful.” Meanwhile, first minister John Swinney tweeted: “Very sorry to hear this news and I wish @JaneyGodley all good wishes.” Former first minister Humza Yousaf posted: “So sad to hear this news about the big-hearted, kind and, of course, hilarious.” Star Wars actor Mark Hamill wrote: “Sending you much love & best wishes always, Janey.” LBC Radio host James O’Brien said: “Wonderful, wonderful woman. The comedian also sent her “love and support to everybody else out there who’s living with a life-limiting disease”.