Jimmy Carr was close to death after contracting a life-threatening disease

Jimmy Carr admits he is'still not over' the death of his mother Nora. The comedian's mother passed away from pancreatitis in 2001 aged 57. The pair were always very close and the comedian was always very fond of Nora. Jimmy Carr's mother died of pancreatitis aged 57 in 2001.

Alan Carr confused his symptoms when he was heartbroken over the death of his pooch Bev. Carr thought he was grieving for dog but he had life-threatening condition. Carr's autobiographical comedy Changing Ends airs tonight on ITV at 8pm. He confused his condition when he thought he had a dog's death was the cause of grief.

Jimmy Carr has recalled his near-death experience after contracting a life-threatening infection. Carr was hospitalised after being diagnosed with a life threatening infection. The comedian almost died in hospital after contracting the infection. He has now recalled his experience in a bid to keep his life alive.

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