Kate Beckinsale’s Mother Passes Away; Actress ‘Paralysed’ with Grief

Kate Beckinsale has shared the heartbreaking news that her mother Jude has passed away after ‘immeasurable suffering’.

The star took to Instagram on Thursday night to share that she died in her arms on July 15 and admitted she is ‘paralysed’ with grief.

Kate didn’t confirm the cause of death however her mum was known to have been battling stage four cancer for the last two years.

Sharing a compilation of snaps she penned:  ‘I don’t want to post this. I am only posting this because I have had to register my mother‘s death certificate and it will soon become public record. 

‘She died the night of July 15th in my arms after immeasurable suffering. I have not picked all the best photos, nor the best videos, because I cannot bear to go through my camera roll yet. 

‘I deeply apologise to any of her friends who are finding out this way or through the press, but I cannot go through her phone .

‘I am paralysed. Jude was the compass of my life ,the love of my life, my dearest friend. The vastness and huge heart of this tiny woman has touched so many people who love her dearly.

Kate Beckinsale shares heartbreaking news her mother has passed away after ‘immeasurable suffering’ as she admits she is ‘paralysed’ with grief

‘She has been brave in so many ways, forgiving sometimes too much, believing in the ultimate good in people and the world is so dim without her that it is nearly impossible to bear. 

‘Mama, I love you so much. This has been my greatest fear since finding my father dead at five and I am here. Oh my Mama.. I’m sorry, I’m so sorry. I am so sorry.’