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Steve Wright's colleagues are said to be "enraged" by a tribute from Radio 2 station boss Helen Thomas after she axed him from the 2pm until 5pm slot he held for 24 years. Helen paid tribute to the late DJ, who tragically died on Monday, 12 February, aged 69, with a statement which described the legendary star as being "second to none." Her tribute comes just 18 months after she axed his popular afternoon show and moved him to Sunday mornings where he hosted Sunday Love Songs.
It has now been reported that sources at the station found Helen's statement "shameless" and "tone death" after Steve's family announced the heartbreaking news. Insiders reported that station staff were "enraged" that Ms Thomas — who was responsible for the show shake-up 18 months ago — left a tribute.
Shortly after Wright's death was announced, Ms Thomas said the radio veteran understood the connection and companionship that radio engendered better than anyone. He joined the BBC in the 1970s and went on to host shows on BBC Radio 1 and 2 for more than four decades.
Helen described him as a "consummate professional" and said he was "always second to none". The memo read: "He was a consummate professional whose attention to detail was always second to none, and he made his guests laugh, he was fair, and he wanted to showcase them and their work in the best possible light, bringing brilliant stories to our listeners.
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Wright’s family confirmed that he had passed away, writing: “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.”Now Tom, who is a club promoter, has revealed that he flew back from Los Angeles to be with his father in the days before he died.As reported by the Evening Standard, he said: “It meant the world to me that I was able to get to know my Dad in a way I never had in the months before he died.
Radio 2 listeners were left in tears as Steve Wright's Sunday Love Songs made a return, just days after the DJ's sudden death at the age of 69.The news of Steve's death came as shock to fans and friends alike.This Sunday saw a return of his Sunday Love Songs, hosted by his pal Liza Tarbuck. She encouraged fans to share their memories of Steve, including any dedications he'd made on his show for special occasions like weddings or birthdays.
Steve Wright was reportedly offered his afternoon slot back on Radio 2 just days before he passed away. According to his close friend, former ITV Entertainment controller, Mark Wells, the DJ had also recently undergone heart surgery.
Steve Wright's son Tom paid tribute to the broadcaster after his death aged 69 earlier this week.The BBC Radio 2 veteran, known for his show Steve Wright In The Afternoon, died in his home on Monday 12 February. Emergency services were called to his flat in central London's Marylebone area and later confirmed a man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Steve Wright’s death this week left friends, family and colleagues of the much-loved radio DJ devastated.
One of the last photos ofBBC Radio 2 presenter Steve Wright has resurfaced after his tragic death this week at the age of 69.
One of the last photos of much-loved Radio 2 DJ Steve Wright has been shared by his friend composer Anthony James after Steve tragically passed away this week at the age of 69. Following the news of Steve's tragic passing, tributes have been pouring in from the presenter's friends and fans. Anthony was among those sharing emotional tributes to the late DJ.Taking to social media he shared a snap of himself with Steve, taken just a few weeks ago.
BBC Radio 2 presenter Steve Wright's sudden and tragic death is being treated as 'unexpected' but not suspicious, according to police. The legendary broadcaster - best known for his show 'Steve Wright in The Afternoon' - died this week aged 69. Police and paramedics were reportedly called to a flat in central London's Marylebone area on Monday morning, reports the Mirror, with a spokesperson of the Metropolitan Police saying: "A man in his 60s was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed."
The sudden death of BBC Radio 2 presenter Steve Wright has been described as "unexpected" but not suspicious, as the police share a new update.The veteran broadcaster, known for his show Steve Wright In The Afternoon, sadly passed away this week at the age of 69. Police and paramedics were called to his Marleybone flat at 10 am on Monday, where they pronounced him dead at the scene. And a spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: "A man in his 60s was pronounced dead at the scene.
BBC radio legend Steve Wright "died of a broken heart", according to a friend of his.The world was shocked when it was announced on Tuesday, 13 February, that Steve had died suddenly, aged 69. Steve's friend of 40 years, celebrity publicist Gary Farrow, blamed Steve's death on a "broken heart" after his prized Radio 2 afternoon show was axed after 24 years on-air. Gary said that Steve was left "devastated" at the news of the show's cancellation, telling The Sun: “Steve lived for that show, he absolutely loved it - and the listeners loved him.
BBC Radio 2 host Steve Wright was 'hit hard' following the breakdown of his marriage to his famous US wife Cyndi Robinson and the late broadcaster never found love in the years that followed.
Steve Wright was found dead at his home after paramedics were called to attend an "incident" Monday morning, 12 February. The Radio 2 star sadly passed away at the age of 69, his family then confirmed a day later. Emergency services rushed to the DJ's Marylebone home just after 10am, where they pronounced him dead at the scene.
Fans are still in shock at the loss of legendary DJ, Steve Wright, who tragically died on Monday, 12 February, aged 69. Steve's family announced the heartbreaking news, saying: "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.
Steve Wright's final radio show concluded with him giving his listeners a fond farewell and promising to be back before his tragic death was revealed yesterday evening.
The cause of Steve Wright's death remains unknown after his sudden passing at the age of 69.The BBC Radio 2 DJ had made his last radio appearance just days before his family announced his death, with a heartfelt statement which read: "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.
Radio 2 star Nicki Chapman got emotional as she read listener tributes to legendary DJ Steve Wright following his death this week at the age of 69.
Steve Wright's last Radio 2 broadcast will not be broadcast following his unexpected death, which was announced by his family on Tuesday. In an emotional statement, Steve's family announced that he had sadly passed away at age 69, as they shared: "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.
Footage of Steve Wright discussing the end of his Afternoon Show on BBC Radio 2 has resurfaced following the host's death age 69. It was announced on Tuesday, 13 February that the legendary radio host had sadly passed away, with Sara Cox and Bobbie Pryor becoming emotional live on air as the news broke. Steve enjoyed a 40-year long career at the BBC, where he worked across both Radio One and Radio 2.
Steve Wright has been celebrated as a broadcaster who was "born to be in a studio", following his death aged 69.. For over four decades, Wright graced the airwaves of BBC Radio 1 and Radio 2, capturing the attention of millions.