BBC DJ Steve Wright's cause of death - what we know after tragedy
14.02.2024 - 08:47
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Tributes have poured in after legendary radio DJ Steve Wright died suddenly at age 69. On Tuesday, a statement shared to the BBC by Wright’s family announced the death of the 'beloved' presenter.
Describing him as 'one of the UK’s most enduring and popular radio personalities', the family said they announced the news 'with profound sorrow and deep regret'.
Wright joined the BBC in the 1970s, going on to host shows on BBC Radio 1 and 2 for more than four decades which attracted millions of listeners, and was a long-standing presenter of Top Of The Pops. He last appeared on air on Sunday, hosting a pre-recorded special Valentine’s Day edition of his Love Songs programme on Radio 2, reports WalesOnline.
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The statement by Wright’s family said: “It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that we announce the passing of our beloved Steve Wright. In addition to his son, Tom, and daughter, Lucy, Steve leaves behind his brother, Laurence and his father Richard.
“Also, much-loved close friends and colleagues, and millions of devoted radio listeners who had the good fortune and great pleasure of allowing Steve into their daily lives as one of the UK’s most enduring and popular radio personalities. As we all grieve, the family requests privacy at this immensely difficult time.”
No details of Steve Wright's cause of death have been made public yet. He is reported to have a number of allergies - including to penicillin and was on a weight loss journey. At his heaviest Wright weighed 18 stone and had been trying to achieve 12 stone.
He had spoken about his bid for better health and had been inspired to lose weight after seeing photos of himself at his heaviest.
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