Antiques Roadshow Expert Theo Burrell Dies at 39

The British art specialist had been diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumor in 2022

Theo Burrell, a specialist known to British television audiences for her appearances on the BBC's long-running "Antiques Roadshow," has died at age 39, the BBC reported.

Burrell had been diagnosed with a glioblastoma, a highly aggressive form of brain tumor, in June 2022. She continued her work as an expert on the show, which invites members of the public to bring in family heirlooms and collectibles for appraisal by specialists in art, antiques and historical objects.

Her death was reported by the BBC's Entertainment & Arts desk, which did not provide further details on the circumstances surrounding her passing or plans for a memorial.

"Antiques Roadshow" has run in Britain since the 1970s, building a reputation as one of the BBC's signature cultural programs by pairing everyday viewers with experts across fields including fine art, furniture, jewelry and militaria. Specialists like Burrell became familiar faces to viewers over the course of their careers on the program.

— Compiled from reporting by the BBC.