Radio 1 presenter Greg James says he has been dealing with “horrible news” after his dog, Barney, died. Multiple reports state that James shared the news publicly and described how he is “can’t stop crying” as he tries to come to terms with the loss. The Mirror and other outlets report that Barney is put down, indicating the death follows an end-of-life decision. James is also reported to be missing his Radio 1 duties in order to spend time with his wife, Bella Mackie, as he comforts her while grieving. Across the coverage, the central focus is James’s personal account of the death and the emotional impact it has on him. The reports do not provide detailed information about Barney’s condition or the circumstances beyond the fact that he was euthanised. Overall, the sources agree that James communicates his grief openly and steps back from professional commitments to manage the immediate aftermath of Barney’s death.