John Hunt, a BBC sports commentator, and his daughter Amy are drawing strength from each other more than two years after a devastating tragedy that claimed the lives of three members of their family. On July 9, 2024, Hunt’s wife Carol, 61, and their daughters Hannah, 28, and Louise, 25, were killed in their home by Kyle Clifford, a man described as a bitter and vengeful ex-partner of Louise. Clifford is currently serving a whole-life sentence for the murders.

The loss has left John, 61, and Amy, 32, grappling with profound grief and trauma, but they emphasize the importance of mutual support in their journey toward healing. Amy reflected on their family’s close bond before the killings and how that connection has helped sustain them through their darkest days. “It’s been really important for us to stick together and support each other where we can,” she said, acknowledging the overwhelming challenge of coping with such an immense loss. She admitted she struggles with anger over the killings but is determined not to let those feelings consume her life.

In an effort to honour their family and channel their grief into something positive, John and Amy are preparing for a 125-mile charity walk from Bushey, Hertfordshire, to Bournemouth, scheduled to begin tomorrow. The walk aims to raise funds for The Hunt Family Fund and several other charities, including the Hertfordshire Community Fund and Future Living Hertford. These organisations have provided essential counselling support for the pair, which John described as “extraordinary,” noting that free access to such services is typically limited.

Bournemouth holds special significance for the family, as Carol and John frequently visited the area together. John described the stretch of coast between Mudeford and Sandbanks as “extraordinarily beautiful” and said their visits there provided a sense of connection and calm. The father and daughter have returned to the area a few times, including on the anniversaries of the tragedy, which they said, despite being emotionally challenging, allowed them to find moments of peace.

Training for the upcoming walk has also provided a shared focus and purpose. Amy described the challenge as a way to honour her mother and sisters’ memories amid the lingering darkness following their deaths. She noted that engaging in the walk has helped them shift some of their attention from the painful legal proceedings and emotional turmoil that followed the crime.

John and Amy hope to raise thousands of pounds through the event, using it both as a tribute and as a means to support organisations that aid people affected by trauma and loss. Their story illustrates the enduring impact of family tragedy and the resilience found in mutual support and meaningful action.