TV presenter Glen Michael has sadly died.
The 99-year-old was suffering a short illness before his passing and his family recently confirmed the news. He rose to fame presenting Glen Michael’s Cartoon Cavalcade on STV for almost 26 years from 1966 to 1992.
The Scottish show was popular with kids and followed the presenter as he showed cartoons, spoke with friends and played with his dogs Rudi and Rusti.
Glen’s show won the Scottish ITV Programme of the Year Award back in 1975. STV have described the host as a “legend” and said he will be remembered as a “wonderful performer and personality”.
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STV’s Managing Director of Audience Bobby Hain issued a statement saying: “Glen was a wonderful performer and personality, and we know that many viewers will have very fond memories of him.”
“He was an STV legend, with Glen Michael’s Cavalcade a particular favourite for children across Scotland during its 26-year run. Our thoughts are with his family at this time, and we send them our deepest condolences.”
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After the news broke, fans rushed to social media to pay tribute to the former kids’ TV presenter and one person wrote: “Who remembers watching him every Sunday on STV? With his wee dug and his talking lamp Paladin. His ‘Cartoon Cavalcade’ was a godsend for kids when we had a tiny amount of TV channels.”
Another said: “Legend. Who didn’t look forward every week to Cartoon Cavalcade back in the day?!”
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A third person typed: “Sad but we should celebrate a life well lived. Met him a couple of times over the years as he lived nearby and went to local restaurants n cafés. Just the nicest nicest man. Thanks for the memories Glen. RIP.”
Others said the news was deeply saddening to hear while many branded him a “legend”.
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