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Title: George Alagiah
Post by: Alex on July 24, 2023, 02:34:24 PM
George Alagiah, one of the BBC's longest-serving and most respected journalists has died at 67, nine years after being diagnosed with bowel cancer.  You can't always tell from telly, but he seemed a genuine nice fella.  RIP George.
Title: Re: George Alagiah
Post by: Cassandra on July 24, 2023, 03:50:18 PM
Quote from: Alex on July 24, 2023, 02:34:24 PMGeorge Alagiah, one of the BBC's longest-serving and most respected journalists has died at 67, nine years after being diagnosed with bowel cancer.  You can't always tell from telly, but he seemed a genuine nice fella.  RIP George.

I remember him being in the same 'box' one day at an 'Oval' Test match many years ago. A charming man who was an ideal person to share a day of cricket with. Particularly kind and respectful to my ancient mum, carrying her tea and cakes out to the balcony fo her. God bless you sir.
Title: Re: George Alagiah
Post by: Michael Rolls on July 24, 2023, 05:35:47 PM
Veronica and I really liked him - such sad news, and only 67
Title: Re: George Alagiah
Post by: GrannyMac on July 24, 2023, 06:10:49 PM
I went with a friend to hear him give a talk at the University a few years ago. Always liked his style. Only 67, so sad.

Lovely story Cassandra, his general kindness has been mentioned more than once today.
Title: Re: George Alagiah
Post by: Diasi on July 24, 2023, 08:02:35 PM
Very sad news & as has been said, 67 is no age to go. RIP George.