Tributes have poured in for Charlie Partridge after it was announced the beloved BBC legend had passed away – the respected media figure had a long-standing career with the BBC
The media world is mourning the loss of Charlie Partridge, a stalwart of the BBC, who passed away recently. Having dedicated over two decades of service as Managing Editor of BBC Radio Lincolnshire, his death has prompted an outpouring of appreciation from colleagues and listeners.
Social media was flooded with tribute messages, led by Jonathan Charles, a former BBC News Foreign Correspondent and presenter. Although details surrounding Charlie’s passing remain private, Jonathan took to Twitter to share his fond memories: “I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Charlie Partridge. More than 45 years ago, he taught me a lot about broadcasting @BBCNottingham – he was a great guy and we stayed in touch, occasionally swapping messages in the years since. Sometimes discussing @springsteen – My thoughts are with his family.”
John Hess also paid homage to Charlie, reflecting on his significant impact on public service broadcasting and local radio. Sean Dunderdale from BBC Radio Lincolnshire added his voice to the chorus of remembrance, posting a poignant message and a photograph of himself with Charlie.
He expressed: “As others have posted online, I’m deeply saddened to have learnt yesterday of the death of Charlie Partridge.”
Sean reminisced about his own personal connection to Charlie, sharing: “I remember – and often reminded him – of how, when a teenager, I listened to his breakfast show on Radio Humberside.”, reports the Mirror.
Sean fondly reminisced about the time he spent with Charlie Partridge, the former Managing Editor at Radio Lincolnshire, saying: “When he was appointed Managing Editor at Radio Lincolnshire, I showed him around Lincs FM and spent years winding him up with daft stunts – including parking my Lincs FM car right outside the BBC reception doors and other such tricks.”
He expressed his honour in being Charlie’s last presenter appointment before his retirement, noting: “I was proud to then become his final presenter appointment before his well deserved retirement from the BBC. His love of radio – especially local radio – shone through everything he did. He continued to judge the National Hospital Awards for me right up until earlier this year and was always full of praise for the winning entries.”
Sean added a tribute to Charlie’s creative legacy: “He was the genius behind Lip Dub Lincoln (check it out on YouTube ) and created Lincolnshire Day and the Lincolnshire flag – neither would have happened without Charlie. Next time you see the flag, think of the great Charlie Partridge. Lincolnshire is poorer for his passing but much richer for the time spent he with us.”
Andy Comfort, a former BBC presenter, shared his condolences on Twitter: “Oh my goodness. How sad. Charlie was indeed a champion of BBC Local Radio and I very much enjoyed working with him, especially in my NUJ role. Condolences to Jill and family and friends. RIP Charlie.”
BBC radio enthusiasts also offered their tributes, with one commenting: “Sad to hear Jonathan, John. Charlie was a lovely man, who believed in truly local radio. He was also very kind and supportive. Thoughts with his family.”
Another lamented: “It is indeed very sad Jonathan. Lovely man.”
This comes after the declaration five years ago that the editors of BBC Radio Lancashire, Radio York and Radio Lincolnshire, including Charlie, had chosen voluntary redundancy.
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