Former BBC presenter Paul Barnes has died aged 85 as the TV star’s family confirmed the heartbreaking news online.
His wife shared a touching tribute as she announced the tragic news. His other half and fellow broadcaster Helen McDermott shared that he lived a “full and colourful life”.
She wrote: “He loved life and whatever he did, TV, Radio or writing, he was a perfectionist.” The sad news follows another huge BBC star’s death this week.
Paul was best known for working across the Beeb across a number of different shows including The Village Show, Folio and Anything Goes.
He also worked alongside screen veteran Anthea Turner during his sparkling career. Paul also worked with his wife Helen as they wrote an alternate column every fortnight for the Norwich Evening News.
He then went on to rack up many TV credits including Anglia Television during the early 90s.
Robert Thompson, the BBC’s Senior Head of Content Production, London and East, claimed Paul’s ‘ “home was the East”.
He said: “His love of music shone through, and many will remember that enthusiasm reflected in his programme ‘The Late Paul Barnes’ which delighted so many listeners.”
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Another tribute from David Clayton, who was the editor at BBC Radio Norfolk during his time there, said: “He was always a great ‘wordsmith’ with his writing.
“His colourful prose, particularly about his beloved jazz music, was a joy to hear.
“His knowledge was vast and his keenness to pass that on to a loyal band of like-minded listeners made for memorable radio shows.”
He added: “Barnes ended every show the same way with a cheery ‘pip pip’. So ‘pip pip’ Barnsey. Thanks for some great music.”
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