By Jonny Freeman
Today the world of media, entertainment and beyond has been
shocked and saddened by the news of the death of Sir Terry Wogan, at the age of
77.
Sir Terry died after a short battle with cancer, in news
confirmed by his family this morning.
If you ask young and old across Britain, Europe and the
world, you’d more than likely find everyone to know of Wogan, and have a
personal memory of him.
It’s this personal connection which has really hit home
today. I never met Terry, but I’ve been visibly moved by the news. I didn’t
listen to his BBC Radio 2 show very often, but his aura, bubbly persona and
commitment to broadcasting and charity work was admirable.
Sir Terry Wogan has left a legacy in broadcasting but also in the world of European music.
For decades, we’d hear his comforting tones as the acts
performed on European music’s big night – and he wasn’t afraid of speaking
his mind.
The costumes, the key change, the ‘nil pois’ – he’d give
unforgettable lines, at exactly the right time.
It’s commendable to see the reaction of the Eurovision
world. In his time as contest commentator and host of the shows to find the UK’s
act, he’d firmly placed himself as a member of the family.
Competition is forgotten at times like this, and as you have
may have seen on social media and in the news, the European community has
joined the line to pay tribute to a master of his trade.
Sir Terry Wogan has been a huge inspiration to me, and one I’ll
never forget. His work helped show me why I might like working in radio – and
he’s inspired many others too.
I’ve shared my thoughts, but we’d like to hear from you.
We’re
putting together a special tribute programme and we’d like to know your favourite
moments of Sir Terry’s from the Eurovision Song Contest – and beyond.
He’s
touched so many lives and I’m sure he’s brought a smile to your face on many
occasions.
I’ll leave the final words of my tribute to Jeremy Vine, who
shared this amazing image today:
#RIPSirTerryWogan
No comments:
Post a Comment