Overview
- Bush said on her official website that Upham, a longtime friend of 30 years, lost his life after entering the sea on December 25.
- The 63-year-old antiques dealer went missing during a Christmas Day swim at Budleigh Salterton in Devon alongside another man.
- HM Coastguard and the RNLI launched a major response, deploying lifeboats and aircraft, before calling off the search later that day.
- Upham’s family posted an Instagram tribute saying he is deeply loved and thanking the RNLI and coastguard for their efforts and compassion.
- Bush remembered him for his kindness and love of the outdoors, and there have been no further official findings reported.