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Background:
Rob and Kevin shared a long and successful career together. Their friendship and that of the whole team shone through – before and after Rob’s diagnosis. When Rob was diagnosed, with Motor Neurone Disease, ‘Sir’ Kev and Rob took a stand against MND, and transformed awareness and fundraising. The phrase, “Everyone needs a friend like Kevin”, was so true. However, Rob more than matched Kevin’s loyalty.
A few weeks before the devastating news that Rob had died, John plus Stuart and Richard (Artists Against MND founders), and Richard’s sister, Lorna met Rob and Kevin at Leeds Rhinos (Headingley). To present them each with an original painting and to get the two remaining paintings signed by Rob. John said to Kev, ” I have been fortunate to meet 150 celebrities and you and Rob have had the most impact.” Kev politely said, “Let me stop you there, Rob and I are not celebrities.” No, they are and will always be true heroes, to millions of people. Rob’s legacy will be a cure for MND. Rob was loved by all who watched him play rugby, champion MND fundraising and more than anything, when he was with his beautiful family.
As with every painting sold on this site, 100% of the sale price goes to MND research.