The Duke of Sussex speaks with Blake McCaughey during the annual WellChild Awards 2023 at the Hurlingham Club in London. Blake McCaughey (18), who was born with two chromosome deletions and abnormal muscle fibres, had a rare genetic disorder that caused irreversible intestinal failure. “Blake loved his people, his friends, his fans, his girlfriends and everyone around him. “Everyone at the Belfast Giants is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of 18-year-old Blake McCaughey,” they said. “A huge ice hockey fan, he especially loved the Belfast Giants.

Source: The Times January 19, 2026 08:35 UTC