Steve Wright dead updates — BBC and radio legend ‘found at home by paramedics’ as cause of death not known
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."
The London Ambulance Service said: “We were called at 10.07am on Monday 12 February to reports of an incident. We sent a number of resources to the scene. Very sadly, a person was pronounced dead at the scene.”
No cause of death has been given following the beloved broadcaster's passing.
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BBC star knew Steve Wright had been 'struggling with his health'
One BBC star has reportedly said the broadcaster knew Steve Wright had been "struggling with his health."
"Steve had been talking to Radio 2 bosses just two or three days ago," one BBC star told the .
"We were aware he was struggling with his health a bit but nothing that seemed this serious.
"It has come as a huge shock. Nobody can believe it. He was engaging with his colleagues so recently. It doesn't seem at all real."
Vernon Kay pays tribute
Vernon Kay, who also presents on Radio 2, shared a lengthy post about the loss of Steve Wright.
"Words, alone, do not feel enough, to attempt to describe the respect I had, for this man; this titan of radio and someone I was so proud to call a friend," he wrote.
"Thank you Steve, for the decades of joy you brought to the airwaves, entertaining us all with your wit, warmth and that most wonderful of voices."
He continued: "On a personal level I’ll never forget your kindness for mentoring me in my early years of radio broadcasting, for the hours we spent chatting and laughing on the phone. You always so generously imparted your wisdom and advice.
"The word “ legend “ was truly made for you Steve. You will be so missed by everyone. Rest in peace, my friend."
Richard Hammond shares heartbreak as 'hero' passes away
Top Gear star Richard Hammond has said he lost his "hero" following the death of Steve Wright.
Taking to X, Hammond said: "I’ve lost my hero. Steve Wright has left us.
"Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. He was the reason I started my career.
"Steve, you changed radio and thus broadcasting for us and shall be very, very sadly missed. Go Well."
‘Life won’t be the same without you’
Radio 2 DJ Zoe Ball was devastated by the news, telling her fans: “Wrighty. Our Radio friend, our inspiration, master of broadcasting, the Godfather, a dear friend, always there for us all with support, advice & love & most importantly laughter.
“Rest well you wonderful magic man. Life won’t be the same without you here. Love you my friend my hero x.”
She added: “Thoughts to Steve’s family, his beloved listeners, Tim, Jayney, Bobbi & his team.”
Steve opened up about romance struggles
Steve admitted in July 2019 that spending so much time at work left him with no time to find a new partner.
"I work on an afternoon show on the BBC and I do a love songs show at the weekend and it means that I do a lot of interviews and I prep a lot and I write a lot," he said.
"So I have to work all the time."
He was on the air five days a week for three hours and another two on Sunday for his pre-recorded Love Songs show.
More on Steve Wright's divorce
At the time, it was reported Steve and Cyndi's divorce was "on the grounds of a two-year separation".
The disc jockey's agents said the couple had led separate lives for nearly four years.
They added that there was no third party involved in the separation.
Steve leaves behind two children
Cyndi Robinson and Steve Wright had two children together.
Their names are Lucy Wright and Tom Wright.
Cyndi and Steve were married for more than two decades before they divorced in 1999.
'He was a total one off'
TV presenter Matthew Wright has paid tribute to his friend on X, formerly known as Twitter.
"He was a total one off - and I valued his friendly advice over the years," he wrote.
Other prior sightings of Steve Wright
Prior to his final video, Steve was last seen jumping into a black cab with a briefcase in hand and a face mask on in 2021.
He donned a bright tie as he wandered the streets of London.
Wright was also snapped the year prior, enjoying a glass of wine and meal.
Heartbreaking last video, continued
In his final video, Steve continued: "I've been offered loads of stuff at the BBC and I'm staying at Radio 2.
"What it actually means for me is rather than working six days a week, I'll be working maybe two and a half days a week.
"So maybe I can get lunch, maybe I can have a rest, whatever, for a little while."
Heartbreaking last video
Steve Wright was last snapped outside the BBC studios, after he was axed from his Afternoon show slot in 2022.
The DJ said at the time about his shock axing: "Sometimes people want you, sometimes they don't.
"Sometimes there are changes and they give you another offer - and that's OK. I understand that, I really understand that."
Fans grieve
Steve Wright's fans have taken to social media to mourn the radio DJ.
Steve stepped down from his show in 2022
Steve announced in 2022 he was stepping back from his Afternoon show after more than two decades.
"Before we start the show proper, if I may, I'd just like to say thank you ever so much for all the messages that have come in, over the weekend after I announced on Friday on the afternoon that we are leaving the afternoon show," he said at the time.
He then took another step towards his Sunday Love Songs show - which he last appeared on just days ago.
How Steve Wright's career began
Steve Wright's first job after leaving school was in marine insurance but after three years he realised it wasn't for him.
It was then that Wright left and became a local newspaper reporter.
This led him to BBC, as a record librarian, which then went on to his own shows - and the rest was history.
Fellow DJ grieves
Tony Blackburn has taken to social media to mourn his friend.
"He was a great broadcaster and we just loved one another's company," he wrote.
'What a loss to the world of radio'
Steve Wright's former colleague, Ken Bruce wrote, "Totally shocked to hear the news about the great Steve Wright.
"We were planning lunch to celebrate the award of his richly deserved MBE.
"An outstanding and innovative broadcaster whose listeners loved him. What a loss to the world of radio."
Co-star mourns
BBC Radio DJ Sara Cox is mourning the loss of her co-star.
She told listeners, "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."
She continued, "He was witty, he was warm, and he was a huge, huge part of the Radio 2 family, and I know my fellow DJs will all be absolutely shattered too."
Steve was bullied early in life
The star had been on air for BBC for decades, but he didn't have an easy start.
Wright was born in Greenwich, London and he attended Eastwood High School in Southend-on-Sea, Essex.
He was cruelly nicknamed Big Nose and Concorde during his time there.
How was Steve's death announced?
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.
“As we all grieve, the family requests privacy at this immensely difficult time.”
'Life won't be the same without you'
Radio 2 DJ Zoe Ball was devastated by the news, telling her fans: "Wrighty. Our Radio friend, our inspiration, master of broadcasting, the Godfather, a dear friend, always there for us all with support, advice & love & most importantly laughter.
"Rest well you wonderful magic man. Life won't be the same without you here. Love you my friend my hero x."
She added: "Thoughts to Steve's family, his beloved listeners, Tim, Jayney, Bobbi & his team."
'A massive loss to broadcasting'
Paddy McGuinness shared his upset, writing: "A massive loss to broadcasting.
"I grew up listening to Steve Wright in the afternoon, a big part of my formative years.
"It was a huge honour for me to appear on his shows. RIP Steve Wright."
What shows did Steve host?
The veteran DJ presented Steve Wright in the Afternoon for 12 years on Radio 1 and a further 23 years on Radio 2.
Steve also presented the popular Sunday Love Songs mid-morning show on Radio 2.
Steve's final show
Steve Wright was on air just two days ago sharing his favourite love songs ahead of Valentines Day.
Wright shared his favourite romantic tunes, set to play tomorrow.
During the show the legend signed off saying: "I'll be back for more love songs next Sunday."
'A brilliantly creative, funny, warm, intelligent, hard-working & energetic man'
Piers Morgan wrote: "RIP Steve Wright, 69. One of Britain’s greatest ever radio broadcasters.
"A brilliantly creative, funny, warm, intelligent, hard-working & energetic man. Absolutely loved him, on and off air. So sad to hear this news.
"Thanks for all the wonderful entertainment, Steve."
Who is Steve Wright’s ex wife Cindi Robinson?
Steve and Cindi tied the knot in 1972 and were married for over two decades — before they divorced in 1999.
She is an American voice actress who mainly works in animations and computer games.
