BBC broadcaster Edward Stourton dies aged 68
Renowned BBC broadcaster Edward Stourton has passed away at the age of 68 following a long battle with prostate cancer. Colleagues have paid tribute to his distinguished career, which included presenting flagship programs like Today and the One O'Clock News.
Why it matters
Stourton was a prominent figure in British journalism, and his death marks the loss of a significant voice in public service broadcasting.
Edward Stourton ‘leaves a huge gap’, the BBC said. Photograph: David Hartley/Rex Features Edward Stourton ‘leaves a huge gap’, the BBC said. Photograph: David Hartley/Rex Features BBC BBC broadcaster Edward Stourton dies aged 68 Corporation pays tribute to ‘outstanding’ journalist who presented shows including Today and One O’Clock News
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The BBC Radio 4 presenter was best known for fronting current affairs programmes including Today, World at One and its religious and ethical current affairs series Sunday.
He died on Saturday surrounded by his family after being diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2014, the BBC said in a statement.
Former colleagues paid tribute to a man they called an outstanding broadcaster.
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