Wogan’s family said in a statement that he died on Sunday surrounded
by his loved ones after a “short” battle with the deadly disease.
“While we understand he will be missed by man, the family ask their privacy is respected at this time.”
The disc jockey and presenter was a staple of British broadcasting, best known for his long-running BBC radio morning show Wake Up To Wogan, his annual hosting duties for Britain’s coverage of the Eurovision Song Contest and his longstanding association with the Children in Need telethon.
Born in Limerick, Ireland in 1938, Wogan began his broadcasting
career on Irish network RTE before moving to the UK and the BBC, for
whom he hosted quiz programs, game shows and a 1980s television talk
show.
His strengths were a deep, buttery voice, dollops of Irish charm and a wry sense of humour.
His Eurovision commentary affectionately mocked the kitsch pop music competition, at which Britain generally fared badly.
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