Greg James and wife hit back at critics as they grieve death of dog

Greg James and wife Bella Mackie have shut down critics as they mourn the death of their dog (Picture: Instagram/Bella Mackie)

Greg James and his wife have shut down critics on social media following the death of their dog.

The BBC Radio 1 broadcaster, 40, and his wife of eight years, Bella Mackie, 43, announced on Tuesday that Barney had been put down, prompting an outpouring of love from fans and colleagues.

Barney was hugely popular with listeners and co-stars – he even had his own dedicated segment on the airwaves titled Barney, Are You There?!

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