What Happened To Belinda Emmett? Rove Mcmanus First Wife Death Cause, When Did She Die?

Publish date: 2024-05-18

Belinda Emmett, Rove Mcmanus's first wife, left the world due to her cancer battle in 2006. Please continue reading to learn more about the actress and her journey in life. 

Belinda Emmet was a talented actress who blessed us with some of the best films before her death in 2006.

She was the first wife of Rove Mcmanus, who has been the talk of the town after his performance on OasisComedyClub on December 12, 2021.

What Happened To Belinda Emmett?- Rove Mcmanus First Wife

Belinda Emmet was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1998 at 24.  She was the first wife of the Australian Tv personality Rove Mcmanus. 

Belinda was an actress and a singer from Australia. She was well-known for her roles in the television series Home and Away and All Saints and the sitcom Hey Dad!

In an exclusive interview with New Idea, the beloved actress' parents discussed life after Belinda and how they remain in contact with her TV star, widower Rove McManus.

Belinda Emmett's parents recently held a 15th death anniversary of their daughter, where her brother shared a heart-touching tribute about her beloved sister.

Belinda Emmett’s brother has shared a touching tribute about his beloved late sister on the 15-year anniversary of her death. The @homeandaway star was just 32 when she lost her battle with cancer in 2006. #7NEWS https://t.co/m3Lxy3pIPb

— 7NEWS Adelaide (@7NewsAdelaide) November 17, 2021

Shane Emmett spoke about Belinda's profound impact on so many Australians. He states, "Her impact in such a short period is nothing but extraordinary."

"She crammed a lot into her life, and that's the lesson I've taken from her: live life to the full extent and shine as vibrantly as you can. Because you never know how long you have before you die."

Rove Mcmanus First Wife Death Cause

Rove Mcmanus's first wife, Belinda Emmett, died while battling breast cancer. She had been struggling with breast cancer since the age of 24 years. 

Emmett began to experience severe back pain in September 2001. Additional tests later revealed that her cancer had spread to her bones.

She was admitted to the St Vincent's Hospital in Sydney after when she experienced "stroke-like symptoms." However, the doctor could not save her, and she died at the hospital on November 11, 2006, 6 months before her 33rd birthday.

Her fans and well-wishers have showered her with condolences and tributes.

Belinda Emmett 12 April 1974 – 11 November 2006

Found a lump on her breast while she was in her 20's. Sadly, she passed away before she turned 30.

Seeing Lynne McGranger mention her has left me a blubbing wreck. Proof that cancer affects everyone #LadiesNight pic.twitter.com/swpg48QCfS

— Rhiannon Elizabeth Irons (@Ahlephia) September 29, 2019

However, Rove Mcmanus remarried the actress Tasma Walton on June 16, 2009. It was a private ceremony on a beach in Broome, Western Australia, where only close members were invited.

They also have a daughter, whom they welcomed in 2013.

When Did Belinda Emmett Die?

On November 11, 2006, the Home and Away actress Belinda Emmett died of cancer at 32. Her parents recently prayed for her on her 15th death anniversary on November 11, 2021. 

When asked about Belinda's bravery during that difficult time, brother Shane told New Idea that she always wore a brave face. She was always more concerned about other people.

Belinda Emmett
Resting In Peace
So beautiful, died from cancer
(1974-2006) pic.twitter.com/KgoqXYGelY

— john jacobs (@thejohnjacobs) April 22, 2014

"She never sought attention to her illness, even though she was having chemo and radiation, including some severe physical difficulties."

We lose a great actor and a person at such a young age. She was laid to rest in the same church where she and Rove married.

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