Steve Wright dead updates — BBC Radio DJ Sara Cox breaks down as she announces co-star’s death aged 69
TRIBUTES have flooded in following the death of BBC legend Steve Wright.
Steve 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.”
While announcing his death aged 69, co-star Sara Cox broke down in tears, saying: “It’s really hard to know what to say about the news of Steve Wright’s passing, except we are all absolutely devastated and shocked and blindsided by this news.” Steve was an extraordinary broadcaster, a really, really. kind person.”
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