Quick Info
| Profession | Gardener, broadcaster, author |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 02/06/1960 |
| Age | 65 years (died on 21, May, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Leicester, England |
| Date of Death | 21/05/2026 |
Latest News about Matt Biggs
21/05/2026
Matthew Biggs died on 21 May 2026 after a battle with bowel cancer. He was widely known for his long-running role on BBC Radio 4's Gardeners' Question Time and for helping bring horticulture to a broad audience through broadcasting and writing.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Matthew John Biggs was a British gardener, broadcaster, and author best known for his appearances on BBC Radio 4's Gardeners' Question Time. He worked in television, wrote books on gardening and plants, and served as an RHS judge. He died on 21 May 2026 from bowel cancer. |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Known for | Graduate of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew |
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Family
| Parents | Ivan Biggs and Marion Biggs (nÊe Arthur) |
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| Siblings | One of three siblings |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/matthewbiggs55/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He has been described as having worked as a toilet cleaner earlier in his career. | |
| 2. He is a graduate of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. | |
| 3. He is associated with multiple gardening media roles, including writing and broadcasting. | |
| 4. He worked as a toilet cleaner earlier in his career. | |
| 5. He publicly discussed how his faith helped him during his treatment for bowel cancer. | |
| 6. He was a member of the Christadelphian Church. | |
| 7. He was awarded the Victoria Medal of Honour (VMH) in May 2026. |