Steve Wright’s friend claims radio legend ‘died of a broken heart’ following BBC reshuffle
spokesperson said: "A man in his 60s was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.
Listeners and BBC staff were left enraged yesterday at a "gushing" tribute from station boss Ms Thomas, who got rid of Steve and his popular colleaguesGary told how his "painfully shy" friend "needed an arm round the shoulder" from his bosses — but it never came. "He was Mr Showbiz. He was the first to discuss and champion new books, films, records and TV shows, and so progressive in that respect."There was no one more current or on the pulse than Steve. There was no one more relevant."He said the broadcasting giant was the last "of the old guard" and radio is "all the poorer for it".
Her tribute went down badly with many listeners, including one who posted: "Is this the same Helen Thomas who ripped out his soul when she took away his show?
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