He leaves behind his partner of 11 years, Kathryn Apanowicz, who shot to fame on ", Red Dwarf star Danny added: "RIP Des O'Connor. Invasion of the super rats: '300 million super-rodents' that survive off takeaway scraps and evade poisons Police fraud investigation into SNP 'probing whereabouts of 400,000 bequeathed in people's wills'. [16] In music television, Murray has co-hosted Glastonbury Festival coverage for both BBC Three and Radio 1, presented a late-night music show Ear Candy on Channel 4 (under the 4music strand) and guest-presented the BBC music show Top of the Pops. 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The veteran entertainer - best known as a chat show host and presenter of Channel 4's Countdown - had enjoyed six decades in the world of entertainment, and made a name for himself on both sides of the Atlantic. He was On stage he starred at almost every leading venue throughout the world.". He adored his family they were everything to him, the statement added. He got his first big break on television when he was signed up to appear in a variety show at Newcastles Palace Theatre in 1953. Fellow comedian Lee Mack, a close friend of Lock's, described the news of his death as "heart-breaking". He released 36 albums, five of which reached the Top 40 on the albums chart. Des is survived by his wife Jodie, their son Adam and his four daughters, Karin, TJ, Samantha and Kristina. The Chase and Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? In 2007, he was named 'Music Broadcaster of the Year' at the Sony Radio Academy Awards. [7][15] He was inevitably compared with the late holder of the slot, John Peel; Murray stated "What I like is that it's always represented honesty, and never been influenced by what's supposed to be cool at the time. In 2013, Murray announced he was leaving BBC Radio 5 Live to move to commercial rival Talksport, taking up the 10am 1pm slot vacated by Richard Keys and Andy Gray. He wrote on Twitter: "I idolised Sean as a comic long before I became a comedian myself and ten years working alongside him didnt diminish that in the least. Please enable Javascript and reload the page. [11], As a game show presenter, Murray has co-presented the Channel 4 challenge show Born Sloppy with Sara Cox;[10] he also fronted the Sudoku-based game show Street-Cred Sudoku broadcast on UKTV G2 in 2005[22] and the Channel Five quiz show Payday in 2007. Most populous nation: Should India rejoice or panic? 'When we saw one of our children show interest towards music, for example, we allowed her to engage with it without age being a factor.'. I'm a nanny and these two simple steps will guarantee your child sleeps for a full 12 hours every night. The presenter went on to host a number of other shows including quiz show Take Your Pick, An Audience with Des OConnor and Today with Des and Mel. [10] After Blank was merged with another title, Murray left the magazine. FromAmir Khanto Janice Dickinson, Paul Burrell, and Shaun Ryder, all the iconic campmates are back, albeit in South Africa rather than Australia. Murray, a Liverpool fan, stated that he was concerned by the "inevitable closer association of the Station with the Sun newspaper". Murray has won three Gold Sony Radio Academy Awards. "One of the best. [11] Spells deputising for hosts of other major Radio 1 shows also followed. 'Because they were rewarded, they never saw what they were doing as studying it was like they were pursuing their passion, whether it be in maths, musical instruments or sports.'. And I stayed longer than I signed up for. Anne Robinson to be the new host of Countdown, Russia launches pre-dawn missile attack on Ukraine, Explosion derails train in Russian border region. The former Countdown presenter died peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, having been admitted to hospital one week ago after suffering a fall in his Despite a popular and successful run with Talksport, Murray announced he would be leaving the station with his final show being on 2 September 2016. In 1977, Des presented another show called Des OConnor tonight, which ran for five years. Farewell Sean, you brought a wonderful comedic talent to the world and you will be missed.". He stated that the concomitant business links between Talksport and The Sun meant that, after the scandal of the Hillsborough disaster and of its coverage by The Sun, his position would be untenable owing to the feelings of Liverpool fans (including himself) towards that newspaper. Tributes have poured in online for the comedian, with his former co-host Melanie Sykes leading the way. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. He had been admitted to hospital just over a week ago, following a fall at his home in Buckinghamshire. COUNTDOWN'S new presenter Colin Murray has broken his silence on his latest telly role - vowing to "earn the respect" of co-host Rachel Riley. [20] He has also stated he is a Chester F.C. She is working in financial technology, with degrees from Oxford and the University of Pennsylvania. Leading Jewish organisation demands urgent meeting with The Guardian's editor after newspaper is engulfed by STEPHEN POLLARD: It's often the self-proclaimed anti-racists who are the foulest of the lot. That generation of variety stars are slowly slipping away". Comedian David Baddiel called Sean Lock was one of the funniest men I ever knew,while Bill Bailey said he "was a true original, a wonderful comic". He also hosted Channel 4 quiz show Countdown with Carol Vorderman, with the pair bowing out together in 2008. "He never let us down. He worked alongside many big names including Sir Tom Jones, Engelbert Humperdinck and Dame Vera Lynn. [30] In 2013, he hosted the two NFL International Series Matches for Channel 4, alongside Nat Coombs, Mike Carlson and Vernon Kay, and hosted the 2014 Super Bowl for the channel its first Super Bowl in 16 years. Des O'Connor was never afraid to laugh at himself and that was part of his charm. [6], After leaving school, Murray went on to study journalism full-time. Carol Vorderman is a British media personality, arguably best known for appearing on the classic Channel 4 gameshow Countdown for 26 years. And the only 'rebellion' Professor Imafidon faced was in his children's different learning styles. Channel 4 sources Stay up to date with all the latest news from across Birmingham and your area with our daily newsletter. He was a supremely talented comedian and a friend I remember with great fondness.. These years I will never forget and nor will I forget him. The Crossword Solver finds answers to classic crosswords and cryptic crossword Susie Dent, who worked alongside Sean Lock on 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown, wrote on Twitter: I wish I had the words to describe the exceptional man that was Sean Lock. Mon Jun 27 2005 - 01:00. On stage he starred at almost every leading venue throughout the world.. He also recorded a whopping 36 albums as a singer - five of which reached the UK Top 40. Of course his stand-up and panel show work was exemplary but 15 Storeys High is a truly beautiful thing. Another part of my childhood telly viewing gone. Countdown. He was a joy to work with - he was talented, fun, positive, enthusiastic, kind and a total professional. He loved life, and considered enthusiasm almost as important as oxygen. Murray married Carly Paradis in 2012. WebThe Crossword Solver found 30 answers to "___ nasir, tv weather presenter (5)", 5 letters crossword clue. With a passion for both music and sport, he later moved into music journalism and publishing, before making his national radio debut in 1999 on Radio 1 in a short spell co-hosting The Session music show. The Mail follows in Prince Harry's footsteps with a stay at a breathtaking resort on the isle of Grenada Death of Botox and fillers as Brits seek a 'natural' look: Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague inspires huge Now Leeds' own EX-PLAYERS pile in on their 'embarrassing' entitled stars who ignored young fans waiting to Leeds considering SACKING manager Javi Gracia - just 10 weeks after he replaced Jesse Marsch - as run of 'We're not your enemies!' Born in Woking, Surrey, Lock left school in the early 1980s and started working on building sites. Having initially auditioned as the entertainment presenter, Murray was instead chosen as a news presenter. Certain parts of this website require Javascript to work. He pitched the concept to several networks and it was ultimately picked up by Yorkshire Television, which commissioned a series of eight shows. It was rebooted again in 2002. [8] Murray is also a season ticket-holder at the Welsh club Pontypridd Town, with whom he has promoted tours across Spain, where Pontypridd played pre-season fixtures against Villarreal and Valencia. Something went wrong, please try again later. [7], In 2006 Murray became the new presenter of BBC Radio 5 Live's Saturday morning comedy sports panel quiz show, Fighting Talk, his first regular show on 5 Live. Countdowncrew loved him, the contestants loved him, the viewers loved him and I loved him," she said. BBC News Bill Tidy, the cartoonist who was known for his quick artistry on shows including Countdown and Countryfile, has died at the age of 89. Gyles Brandreth described Des O'Connor as the "ultimate professional". Des was born on January 12, 1932 in East London and was the son of a Jewish cleaner and an Irish dustman. Instead, a series of guest presenters have hosted the show, Comedian Des O'Connor died 'peacefully' in his sleep aged 88 yesterday, his agent has confirmed. He always said the sound of laughter was like the sound of heavenly music. Murray made his Talksport debut on 12 August 2013 on a new show entitled Colin Murray and Friends. Carol continued to appear on Countdown with hosts Des Lynam and Des OConnor, before leaving in 2008. When he chose me to be his co-host on the Today daytime show it was one the greatest days of my professional life, she penned in an Instagram post. They think maths is a difficult concept and it just becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy,' he said. The four-times married star has appeared on stages around the world including hundreds of shows at the London Palladium. He was the full ticket as a friend and colleague.". The next year, he left Radio 1 to take on additional roles at 5 Live, hosting Kicking off with Colin Murray on Friday nights, and 5 Live Sport on Sunday afternoons. In 2012, ITV celebrated the entertainer's 80th birthday with a special programme titled The One and Only Des O'Connor, which featured several guests including his friend Paul O'Grady, comedian Matt Lucas and singer Olly Murs. On his role as both a football presenter and a fan, Murray said in 2009 that "The biggest stick I get when I'm presenting football is from Liverpool fans",[16] and in 2010 "I like a laugh but I am serious also about football and the impartiality required to respect all football fans. Jodies world is shattered, she and Adam and Des's daughters are hurting more than you could possibly imagine. [27] Murray expressed deep regret for the line and stated that he did not come up with it, but that it had been written on his autocue. Anne Robinson has announced that she is leaving Countdown after just one year as host of the Channel 4 quiz show.. He also hosted the BBC Two nightly highlights show for the 2010 FIFA World Cup hosted in South Africa through June and July. The presenter went on to host a number of other shows including quiz show Take Your Pick, An Audience with Des OConnor and Today with Des and Mel. Personal life [ edit] Murray has been a fan of Liverpool and the Northern Ireland national team since childhood. [12] The partnership increased the listener figures to a decade high of 5.5 million. ", A much loved part of the C4 family hes played a huge role on the channel for over two decades, and well miss him. She also presents the annual Pride Of Britain Awards for the broadcaster. Carol is among the 14 stars competing in Im A Celebrity All Stars in South Africa, which will also see boxer Amir Khan, former Olympian Fatima Whitbread, and ex EastEnders actor Joe Swash return to camp. I will miss him.". His singing career saw him sell 16 million records and spend 117 weeks in top 10 of the charts. A favourite among many fans, he appeared on the first 18 series, opposite team captains including Jason Manford and Jon Richardson.He left the show in 2015 and was replaced by Rob Beckett at the beginning of series 19. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. He wrote on Twitter: With the passing of Sean Lock we have lost the best of the best. This article contains content provided by Twitter. 'Woke' Google bosses ban staff from using terms including 'man hours', 'you guys', 'blacklist' and 'chubby' Do YOU live in Britain's oldest town? Carol Vorderman was the first host of the numbers and letters corner on Countdown, Richard Whiteley was a popular host on Countdown but died in 2005, The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure. Countdown presenter Richard Whiteley, who died on Sunday aged 61, has been called "the nicest man on television" in a House of Commons motion. Please enable Javascript or try a different browser. Countdownand Jon Richardson, who has appeared in 8 Out of 10 Cats, said he "devastated" to lose his idol. "He died at home from cancer, surrounded by his family.". Vorderman said of the man she partnered on screen for 23 years: "I adored him and I always will." [4] He said on the 5 September 2022 edition of Countdown that for two days his name was Luke Wright, until "a family member pointed out that was a direction"; he later took his stepfather's surname. Countdownpresenter and British television icon Richard Whiteley has died. [10] From January 2010, Murray has also presented the BBC's televised coverage of the annual BDO World Darts Championship, alongside Bobby George. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. The head of daytime and features for Channel 4, Jo Street, excitedly said: We are absolutely thrilled to be welcoming these national treasures to the Countdown hotseat to mark this 40th anniversary milestone and are equally delighted to have enticed the remarkable Sir Trevor McDonald back to Salford. The 61-year-old, from Ilkley, West Yorkshire, died yesterday, days after undergoing heart surgery. "He had a fabulous international TV career, presenting his own prime-time TV shows for over 45 years. Heres to the next 40! It comes after Anne Robinson quit the show earlier this year. Murray hosted alongside Stuart Pearce and Perry Groves on Monday (previously Mike Tindall), Des Kelly and Michael Gray on Tuesday, Steve Bunce and Didi Hamann on Wednesday, Daley Thompson and Danny Murphy on Thursday (previously Kelly Sotherton), and Bob Mills and Perry Groves on Friday. Enter a Crossword Clue. Channel 4 issued a statement expressing their sympathy. Rosie Jones, a comedian who has appeared with Sean Lock on 8 Out Of 10 Cats, has said he was was the kindest man. He is survived by his wife Jodie, their son Adam and his four daughters, Karin, TJ, Samantha and Kristina. Countdown presenters including Rachel Riley and Carol Vorderman have shared their heartbreak over the news that one of the shows iconic figures has died. A year later, they became the youngest to pass it at A-level. "I hope I've encouraged TV bosses to realise that not all women at the wrong end of their seventies are in care homes playing bingo and watching conjuring tricks.". Unfortunately yesterday evening his condition suddenly deteriorated and he drifted peacefully away in his sleep. [10] As a narrator, Murray has appeared on the BBC television series Can't Take It With You, and Boys Will Be Girls on E4. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Countdownco-presenter Carol Vorderman, who joined on the popular teatime game show for all its 23 years, was "absolutely devastated". Three years later in 2007, she became the UK's youngest child to start secondary school. He was one of the UK's best-known television personalities. The four will host a week's worth of episodes each. In 1963, Des landed his own TV show called The Des OConnor Show, which ran for eight series. In the 1940s and 50s, Stellman also worked on children's programmes for the BBC. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure. [33] Murray also hosts the late evening show from 22.30 to 1.00 Monday to Thursday, which (during lockdown) included a virtual pub called The Lock-Inn which was broadcast via radio and Zoom. He appears on Fridays with frequent FT panelist Greg Brady and Jim Lang wherein he discusses the week's big sporting topics in the UK, as well as the upcoming weekend's Premier League (or either international, FA Cup or League Cup) action. Hewer also paid tribute to Stellman, remembering him as "kind and supportive". The Crossword Solver finds answers to classic crosswords and cryptic crossword puzzles. [10] In 2005, he created a radio documentary, The Trouble With Drugs. Mr Baddiel shared his memories of working alongside Sean Lock: Im devastated to hear about the death of Sean Lock, one of the most naturally funny comics this country has ever produced. They separated in 2022.[1]. [4][7] After Murray set it up and acted as co-publisher, Blank became the highest circulating music magazine in Ulster. ?? Des was the ultimate Entertainer. He loved being on stage entertaining a live audience. Comedian Sean Lock, best known for panel shows 8 Out of 10 Cats and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, has died from cancer at the age of 58. Carr said on Twitter: Brutal news about Sean Lock today. He was one of the UK's best-known television personalities. [10] That was followed by six months in 1999 presenting the main national The Session programme from Tuesdays to Thursdays. Des O'Connor was such a nice, nice man. R.I.P.". 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[38] Murray returned to Countdown as host on 14 July 2022, following Anne Robinson's departure, staying until at least early November, where he would take a short hiatus while 4 guest presenters presented each week in honour of the programme's 40th anniversary. Call The Midwife star Stephen McGann tweeted: "Now Des O'Connor. "Des, who was 88, was so well loved by absolutely everyone. In the 2007 Sony Awards he was named 'Music Broadcaster of the Year'; in the 2005 Awards he was given the Feature Award for a documentary, entitled The Trouble with Drugs,[11] while in 2011 he took gold for best sport programme, for Fighting Talk. The pair's working relationship was close, and when she left the show after contract negotiations turned sour Stellman expressed his "upset". Comedian Des O'Connor died 'peacefully' in his sleep aged 88 yesterday, his agent has confirmed. I loved him. He was a joy to work with he was talented, fun, positive, enthusiastic, kind and a total professional.. Browse our new catalogue to inspire you with homeware, gardening tools, books and more! The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. It is a sad day for the TV industry today after it was confirmed that Des OConnor has died at the age of 88. RIP Des - a privilege & a real pleasure to have known you. His work for BBC children's programming included the show Pinky And Perky, where he selected the songs the two pig puppets would sing. His other TV appearances include The Morecambe and Wise Show, Would I Lie To You? The ultimate professional, an impeccable entertainer, skilful, stylish, self-deprecating, fun to be with, lovely to know. The former Weakest Link presenter, 77, joined the daytime [14], That year Murray left the Radio 1 Colin and Edith show to start The Colin Murray Show, a new music show on the same station beginning in September, showcasing new and alternative music in the Mondays-to-Thursdays 10pm midnight slot, with Bowman remaining in the lunchtime slot. The Northern Irish radio and television presenter reacted to Interactive map shows how average age of nation varies by region as Mobsters burned alive, public stonings, gang-rape, ransom demands and political assassinations: How violence Mystery of Gina Lollobrigida's missing 9 million: Battle for Italian sex symbol's fortune takes a new twist How to get YOUR blue tick back: Twitter hack brings back legacy check marks - but there's a huge catch. A statement I'm a doctor and here are the 5 signs you may have intestinal parasites, Do not sell or share my personal information. [4] He had initially thought the audition was for a show on BBC Radio Ulster. Read about our approach to external linking. He went on to perform with us on our last tour in 1993, the one that ended in Wembley Arena, and I have great and very funny memories of sharing a stage, and a dressing room, with him from that time. EXCLUSIVE Home win! I'm privileged to have known him, to have been so close to him and to have been supported and loved by him. Carol Vorderman is a British media personality, arguably best known for appearing on the classic Channel 4 gameshow Countdown for 26 years. In 2010, he moved from presenting live football on Channel 5 to fronting the BBC's Match of the Day 2 Sunday night highlights show. Whiteley died in 2005 and has since been followed in the position of host by a number of famous faces including Des Lynam, Des O'Connor, Jeff Stelling and most recently Nick Hewer. [20][21], In sports television, Murray has also presented coverage of late-night American Football and the European Poker Tour for Channel 5. Worlds a less funny place without him. The Explore in 3D: The dazzling crown that makes a king. 2023 BBC. Des agent and friend Pat Lake-Smith released a statement confirming the news of his death on Sunday. [26] At the end of the 2013 season, Colin Murray announced he was leaving BBC Radio 5 Live to host a new mid-morning show from 10am to 1pm on its commercial rival Talksport, replacing Richard Keys and Andy Gray, and therefore he would be leaving his Kicking Off show and Fighting Talk. He adored his family - they were everything to him.". Murray is credited as the interviewer for "Lock the Box", a 40-minute video interview with Noel and Liam Gallagher of Oasis, which discusses the tracks selected for the band's retrospective album Stop the Clocks. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.. But ultimately Lock became best known as a team captain on 8 Out of 10 Cats, the comedy series hosted by Jimmy Carr. His departure from Fighting Talk was the result of a controversy after he joked on the programme about being able to "turn" Claire Balding. [34], Murray has continued his journalism work into his presenting career by writing a monthly 'radio diary' piece for The Guardian newspaper. Countdownwas him. Unscripted - The ITV News arts and entertainment podcast. Anne-Marie with Countdown host Anne Robinson (centre), and Susie Dent of 'Dictionary Corner'. TV presenter Colin Murray is replacing Anne Robinson on Countdown until bosses find a permanent host. Former Countdown star Carol Vorderman, who appeared on the show for 26 years from 1982 until 2008, was among those paying tribute, crediting Stellman with making Countdown a "juggernaut". 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