BBC journalist and newsreader George Alagiah dies aged 67

BBC journalist and newsreader George Alagiah dies aged 67 - BBC News

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George Alagiah, one of the BBC's longest-serving and most respected journalists, has died at 67, nine years after being diagnosed with cancer.
A statement from his agent said he "died peacefully today, surrounded by his family and loved ones".
"George was deeply loved by everybody who knew him, whether it was a friend, a colleague or a member of the public.
George was a fixture on British TV news for more than three decades, presenting the BBC News at Six for the past 20 years.
Before that, he was an award-winning foreign correspondent, reporting from countries ranging from Rwanda to Iraq.
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@TomNook. Жыл бұрын

George is definitely going to be missed but not forgotten. You could hear the kind heartedness in his voice. Need more people like that in the world.

@mikemcguinness1304 Жыл бұрын

I'm not going to , he's just a news reader ,which means ( government propagandst)

@hashtagalong Жыл бұрын

BBC bot.

@yossarianreborn2904 Жыл бұрын

And he knew all about the sordid boy raping so prevalent at the BBC. Good riddance.

@pointsofsue2487 Жыл бұрын

A rare diamond at the BBC. He had charm, integrity, calm and all round a brilliant newsreader. My sympathy to his family....we have lost a star today. 😢😢😢😢

@SuzanneO707 Жыл бұрын

@@dddayesq5061 Doesn't it just. Just goes to show, in any institution there are users and abusers. I can understand why you don't watch the BBC, For all its faults, and there are many. There are some that have, and still have some, integrity and humanity

@theancientsancients1769 Жыл бұрын

@@dddayesq5061George was a well rounded calm professional journalist and not one of those biased type we see this days

@user-lz3vp8rq2s Жыл бұрын

@@SuzanneO707 Integrity and humanity qualities sadly dying with Gross Bigotry, TalkHate TV, Fox News and Sky Australia.

@SuzanneO707 Жыл бұрын

@@yossarianreborn2904 Trickster? Nah, I think he was best of bunch. Sometimes, you have to be in it to win it. Or at least try.

@ydnallah1541 Жыл бұрын

He always seemed so genuine in his work and a kind face on the TV. RIP sir

@SuzanneO707 Жыл бұрын

He was a kind , modest man. He could have acted like a diva and he didn't.

@alanhargreaves-thevoiceofr2361 11 ай бұрын

always seemed so genuine when he was telling Lies . . . ..and was not even british . . . !!

@juliusnovachrono4370 Жыл бұрын

Honestly, every time I watched him on the TV at the Six O Clock news, he was a truly awe-inspiring reporter and journalist. Its depressing that cancer took him.

@SuzanneO707 Жыл бұрын

It ravaged his body, but not his soul. Its very sad, but I'm pretty sure he wouldn't want anyone to be depressed. Rather, live your life the best way you can, and count your blessings.

@alanhargreaves-thevoiceofr2361 11 ай бұрын

another non-british man contributing to the downfall of our society . . . . . . !

@HoundTor Жыл бұрын

George was a charismatic news reporter. He stood as something of an outlier in that regard. He will be sorely missed, but I have to salute him for fighting that cancer tor nearly 10 years!

@binukando2965 Жыл бұрын

As a Sri Lankan, I read about him in English class while I was doing my London O/Ls. He was very brave when he was reporting in Somalia during the war. He will be really missed. RIP George.

@jameslevens2121 Жыл бұрын

I was so sad to learn of the death of George Alagiah. My dad had the privilege of meeting George at an event concerning Fairtade in. 2001. Mum took a photograph of Dad with George in the town centre. George Alagiah was a fantastic news presenter who knew how to present the news so well. George will be sorely missed.

@DaNiyaHodge Жыл бұрын

Rip George Maxwell Alagiah, you will be missed

@xraylife Жыл бұрын

Its so sad, lets hope all the other BBC staff got their booosters....

@miaash3870 Жыл бұрын

May this kind-hearted man rest in peace!

@bangslamwham88 Жыл бұрын

George was such a naturally charismatic anchor. R.I.P.

@DamiensTrainsandTravels Жыл бұрын

RIP George at least he is now at peace and not suffering. One of the best presenters.

@yesodharankishore9029 Жыл бұрын

In Tamil, his name means the most handsome. In life he was the most beautiful.bbc audience around the world and in particular south Asia will miss him dearly.my heart goes out to his colleagues and family.

@cja12345 Жыл бұрын

I used to watch him when I was a kid, great presenter he was. Rest in peace

@theancientsancients1769 Жыл бұрын

Yeah same here , he was the face of the rebranded ticking clock ⏰ BBC News and made BBC popular

@ScepticalBrit Жыл бұрын

RIP George Alagiah!!!! BBC Legend!!!!!

@SuzanneO707 Жыл бұрын

Kindness shone through his eyes. Sad about this, and for his family.

@slartibartfast7921 Жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree more.

@SuzanneO707 Жыл бұрын

@@slartibartfast7921 You never know what life's going to throw at you. The man radiated positivity and kindness. I hope I would be as dignified and strong as him if I was ever in that situation.

@NewWaveWill Жыл бұрын

Growing up he was always the face I associated with the BBC News. Beyond sad that he’s gone. A truly kind and compassionate man.

@xelakram Жыл бұрын

George Alagiah was a superb journalist and newsreader. In addition, he had an extremely cultured and mellifluous voice; so his delivery was extremely pleasant. In fact, altogether, he was a very distinguished gentleman. That in itself is relatively rare these days. George Alagiah will be sorely missed by so many. R.I.P.

@julieclegg5262 Жыл бұрын

Lovely man, always seemed to be a gentle person,

@Michael_Comment Жыл бұрын

R.I.P George the BBC News at six will never be the same without you

@WanderingWriter91 Жыл бұрын

Watched him when I was growing up and he's one of the inspirations that led to me going off to study journalism. Gone far too soon but a towering giant amongst newsmen. Rest in peace George.

@nthurai6414 Жыл бұрын

As a Global Tamil, I am so proud to hear about kind hearted George Alagiah who is a Tamil. On the other hand I am deeply saddened to hear he is no more with us. May his soul rest in peace.

@prayingwarrioressaminah9798 Жыл бұрын

My son's best friend is from Sri Lanka! A beautiful soul, wise, kind hearted, talented and hard working young man in and out of uni... He counsels, uplifts and make him laugh Just like Mr Alagiah was! I can say without the shadow of a doubt that if I leave this earth, my child has the best brother from another mother any young man can find! Blessings Sri Lanka, no matter what you are going through! And thank you for all the fantastic men and women you send all over the earth! You are beautiful!

@irefi64 Жыл бұрын

So very sad to hear this. Kindness, humility and competence simply radiated from him.

@muslimahmood Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful tribute, indeed. And what a wonderful human. We need more like him.

@JenShea Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful human. It’s sad to lose someone so special, too early. He touched very many lives, more than most of us will. My condolences to his family, and friends. Thank you for sharing this man so that he could show humanity to the world.

@ewuramalyle6551 Жыл бұрын

Respected and loved man. How could anyone not love him. I have a signed book by him and am very proud to have it. His late dad and my late father were firm friends in Ghana. Very sad to loose him so young. Rest in peace giant good soul.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

@SueMaha21 Жыл бұрын

What an inspiring man he was. RIP

@WORLD8NSH5KNIGHT1 Жыл бұрын

Hard to imagine the BBC News without his voice RIP George Alagiah I am a freelance journalist and this man is the sort of newsman all reporters look up to

@maralynrigby9157 Жыл бұрын

By far the best journalist the BBC ever employed! Engagingly calm manner, dignified, kind and always cheerful even when he was fighting his illness...so brave, courage in spadefuls, a great example of how everyone should live their lives...bless you George! We will miss you😢

@clarkejoseph49 Жыл бұрын

I had some fond memories of George presenting the Six O’clock News (Most of the time he wouldn’t present it alone) throughout my childhood and teenage years. He fought his cancer diagnosis to the very end and he will not be forgotten. R.I.P George. I shall now toll the Bell ten times in Honour of George Alagiah.

@louisemarshall8496 Жыл бұрын

A truly talented and inspiring man. The world loses a wonderfully empathetic journalist/reporter. The UK loses a brother. His family loses an anchor. He leaves us with a lavish legacy of kindness, humour, truth, and love. God Bless him and keep him. 🙏 What a super Gentleman we can remember and learn from in the years to come.

@pamelalalaable Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful man! And what a huge loss to everyone.

@OfficialMojisola Жыл бұрын

You fought sooo hard and with such dignity George. A legend in every sense of the word. Rest well Sir. You will be sorely missed.

@ramwinter2622 Жыл бұрын

The BBC needs to rename the newsroom after his name. He was just a remarkable human being. RIP

@shamimehsanulhaque5244 Жыл бұрын

My heartfelt condolences from Bangladesh. He was one of those genuinely professional, and hardworking journalists who contribute so much to the credibility and quality of the media outlet. Watched him so many times signing off after a report by calling out his name, and then saying BBC news, and the name of the place...He will be dearly missed. Wishing his family and close friends the courage to bear this loss. Rest in peace.

@brightfuture9099 Жыл бұрын

Ewwww bangladesh

@garethwelsh5091 Жыл бұрын

What a brave man George Alagiah really was. He was an inspiration to many up and down the UK and the world. My heart, thoughts and prayers, go out to his family and friends at this very sad time.

@kevingedge5486 Жыл бұрын

The world has lost a gentle, kind and selfless angel. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and loved ones at this difficult time. Fly high George, may u rest in eternal peace.

@savagehuntingclips Жыл бұрын

Always felt like I was getting a genuine story from this guy my whole childhood, what a legend, rest in peace ✌🏻

@valentinastrelnikova5036 Жыл бұрын

Rest in Peace, dear George, a wonderful man and a top rate Presenter!

@yeahkcyeah Жыл бұрын

Lovely man. RIP George. Gone to soon ❤

@juliancoulden1753 Жыл бұрын

One of the greats, we grew up with this BBC anchor. He was a part of our lives. Deepest sympathies to his wife, sons and family.

@pakelly99 Жыл бұрын

One of those rare people embodying / radiating human compassion, charity and intellect, not to mention integrity. Not to take away from the man and the legacy, but watching him now he seems like a man from another universe from the one in which we find ourselves currently, which is about as severe an indictment on the state of our country, news and body politic, as it is recognition of the good someone like george contributes to the world and those who knew him.

@elisaalighieri2041 Жыл бұрын

Rest in paradise George

@martycrow Жыл бұрын

Truly heartbroken, though we all knew what he had been going through. Rest in power friend. He set a high bar, but that, we too must try to reach.

@TheGlobalfrog12 Жыл бұрын

So sorry to hear this 😢

@josephharrington4502 Жыл бұрын

What a huge tragic loss. The best Journalist that I’ve ever watched. He’ll be sadly missed.

@mrthai-rg9nv Жыл бұрын

did you pay his wages for the years?defundthebbc clown

@ixopo6715 Жыл бұрын

This is very sad news and I will always remember him reporting from Rwanda during the genocide. Sending much sympathy to his wife, sons, other family, friends and colleagues. Rest well Mr Alagiah 🌷🌷🌷

@magnolia7277 Жыл бұрын

Always enjoyed the news when George read it, just to look at his face you knew he was a kind man.

@wrighty553 Жыл бұрын

George Alagiah, what a lovely man, we welcomed him into our homes through his delivery of the 6 o’clock news. Thank you to his wife and sons for their generosity in sharing him with us. God speed George and love to all of his family.

@rosaadolfo7226 Жыл бұрын

RIP Mr George! A national treasure! Rest in peace!

@andrewfitzgerald2327 Жыл бұрын

His calming voice even in the most dire situations always gave hope. God bless George a true gentleman.

@Adnanbin1985 Жыл бұрын

What a good man he was. Goodbye George

@jacquelinequinn9275 Жыл бұрын

So sorry to hear the loss of George Alagiah. A true Gentleman who's persona shone through and made a lasting impression to many ordinary people's lives. He will be sadly missed. Sincerely Condolences to his Family and friends. May God bless you all.🌹🙏🙏🌹

@lasandralucas7314 Жыл бұрын

Started watching BBC News though PBS in the states several years ago before getting the news channel. Love watching George Alagiah delivers the news with strength and intelligence and warmth. He will is missed.

@Rosebud2503 Жыл бұрын

A fine human being. So sad George is gone. My condolences to his family. He lives on in his sons. 🕊

@selvisubramaniam681 Жыл бұрын

George, I love and respect your good values and humanity. You were a true legend in the journalism world. RIP.

@susykarian6786 Жыл бұрын

Heart breaking news. May his soul rest in peace.😢

@donnalee2983 Жыл бұрын

George was the most humble person. His fight over the last 9 years as been amicable he will be missed x

@alexdavies7394 Жыл бұрын

I'm very sorry to hear this. George Alagiah was professionalism personified, as a newsreader. BBC news shall never be the same without him. R.I.P, I'm glad he's no longer suffering.

@sallyjones9702 Жыл бұрын

He was a consummate professional and yet he emanated a humanity which so many journalists seem to be lacking. He was easy on the eye too which made the six o’clock news more digestible! My sincere condolences to his family. I hope that the love and affection that so many had for him helps lessen their deep grief a tiny bit

@mb00295 Жыл бұрын

George Alagiah was one of the greatest news broadcaster’s and I loved him cos his news reporting was fantastic. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and especially his wife, Frances and their 2 boys. Thank you for the memories, George! All of us viewers will never forget you! - RIP George Alagiah 😭🙏

@colinwishbone4437 Жыл бұрын

He was an example of an expert at his presenting ,all about the subject not him.RIP GEORGE

@Michelle_Schu-blacka Жыл бұрын

I didn't know any of this. I only remember him as a newsreader. He sounds like he was a remarkable man and a great loss to his friends and family, to the random people whose lives he entered, to journalism and the BBC. This is the point where you say 'rest in peace', but I get the sense that even in death, he's not going to stop just yet.

@Ilovewatchingsupernaturalparan Жыл бұрын

This is soooo sad...heartbreaking🤲🤲🤲🕊️🕊️🕊️💔💔💔 His voice is iconic. R.I.P

@lenrat117 Жыл бұрын

such a staple of my younger life. He'll be missed.

@derekdeljohnson7922 Жыл бұрын

He was like an uncle George to everyone

@Lily_ofthevall3y Жыл бұрын

Another fantastic reporter will be sadly missed by all rip George ❤😢

@bevmorris7434 Жыл бұрын

A lovely lovely man, a terrible loss all round. R.I.P George Sending love to his family and friends xx❤

@charliegirl3056 Жыл бұрын

He was my favourite news reader, my condolences to his wife Frances and their sons. I've missed him since he had to leave last year, he will be greatly missed 😢❤

@tonywoodham3760 Жыл бұрын

Stunned to learn of George Alagiah passing I can remember him as a fresh faced presenter who always seemed to be in the thick of things. Please may I offer my very sincere condolences to his family and friends.

@finsat Жыл бұрын

You truely will be missed, George. I remember his news pieces from the late 80's (when I moved to London for uni) until 1999 when I left the UK. He is on the same level as the great US news anchors - such as Walter Cronkite, Tim Russert, Tom Brokaw, Peter Jennings, among so many more. RIP, George - your memory will still live on.

@vanessag5449 Жыл бұрын

RIP, he always reminded me of my grandad by the way he looked/ acts and I used to watch him every day after school, way too young of an age to pass away, I am very sad. Thoughts are with his family & friends x

@j4288 Жыл бұрын

RIP George, you were such a calming fixture on the news.

@peterwoodford2376 Жыл бұрын

Very sad to hear of his passing. Rest in peace.

@angelabaker1992 Жыл бұрын

Such a sad loss but a well fought battle against cancer. RIP George.

@willienelsongonzalez4609 Жыл бұрын

R.I.P. George, your warmth and kindness will be missed.

@petergough2534 Жыл бұрын

Such sad news he was a complete gentleman. Condolences to all. Rest easy will miss your professional newsreading 😢

@glenkemp2071 Жыл бұрын

Sincere condolences to the family 😢

@ksidnfurnekaoajdbdjfkn Жыл бұрын

His legacy will forever inspire future journalists, and his contributions to journalism will be remembered fondly. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time. Rest in peace, George Alagiah.

@dawnwellam4897 Жыл бұрын

Really sad news he was a brilliant journalist and one of my favorites.He will be dearly missed and condolences to his family.😢

@SG-ku9zo Жыл бұрын

So so sad. One of the kindest humans to ever exist 😢

@angelinadasilva6415 6 ай бұрын

While watching this tribute to George Alagiah the only thing I could think was what a wonderful human being!!! We were very lucky to have enjoyed his presence while he was with us. Simplicity and kindness altogether!!

@MishMashMum Жыл бұрын

As a Ghanaian I am surprised he lived in Ghana for some years. It put a smile on my face. Great news reader and reporter. RIP George x

@britaggies2365 Жыл бұрын

My prayers for the family and friends. The words about him reminded me of the words spoken about my late brother--a kind, generous man, professional, calm, dedicated, a true man of the people. Inspirations in bravery, even as they battled cancer.

@sundervenkataraman5746 Жыл бұрын

Oh so sad! He was fantastic! May his soul Rest in Peace.

@catalinacurio Жыл бұрын

That’s a sad loss, lovely man.

@janahabalasundaram3480 Жыл бұрын

Rest in peace Such wonderful newsreader and a kind hearted..

@montythepoodlepup9634 Жыл бұрын

One of the best at his career! So memorable and always appreciated his caring nature. Best wishes for his lovely family Xxxx

@boobopish Жыл бұрын

It’s so so sad. 😢 may he RIP. And lots of love to his family.

@EAcapuccino Жыл бұрын

An iconic face of BBC news Im sorry to hear this, ive been watching him ever since i was a small boy in the 1990s 😟 RIP, farewell! 👋

@ericastones1052 Жыл бұрын

I really respected him I am so sorry for the lost of him, he was great at his work

@nikitaalbaphotography Жыл бұрын

Ubuntu should be taught worldwide. RIP George Alagiah, one of the BBC’s greatest!

@johnhefford137 Жыл бұрын

what a lovely tribute. RIP

@charlottehardy822 Жыл бұрын

R.I.P. My thoughts are with his family and friends.

@georgethomson111 Жыл бұрын

I didn't expect to see this coming. George will not be forgotten, we have lost a BBC NEWS LEGEND. What a man George has been.

@vincenzo00 Жыл бұрын

So sad. This was a wonderful character and professional. Condolences to his family. May he rest in peace and joy. We never met but will miss you George.