Bill Turnbull was a British journalist and presenter. Reports trickling in currently indicate that the ace broadcaster has passed away.
Turnbull was born on January 25, 1956, in Guildford, Surrey, England.
He worked for the BBC for almost 15 years as the host of the very popular BBC Breakfast Show. He resigned from BBC in 2016 and worked as a presenter for Classic FM in England.
His time at the BBC saw him host other popular shows such as Songs of Praise, a religious show, and Think Tank, a game show.
Does journalist Bill Turnbull have any siblings?
Turnbull was survived by his wife and three children. There are however no known siblings of the veteran broadcaster.
The for BBC Breakfast Show anchor was diagnosed with prostate cancer a few years ago. He battled with it strenuously until his death.
His family announced his passing in a statement on social media saying, “Following a challenging and committed fight against prostate cancer, Bill passed away peacefully at his home in Suffolk surrounded by his family on Wednesday, 31st August.
“Bill was diagnosed in 2017 and has had outstanding medical care from the Royal Marsden and Ipswich Hospitals, St Elizabeth Hospice, and his GP.
“He was resolutely positive and was hugely buoyed by the support he received from friends, colleagues, and messages from people wishing him luck. It was a great comfort to Bill that so many more men are now testing earlier for this disease.
“Bill will be remembered by many as a remarkable broadcaster who brought warmth and humor into people’s homes on BBC Breakfast and Classic FM.
“He was also a devoted Wycombe Wanderers fan and an ever-aspiring beekeeper. Bill was a wonderful husband and father to his three children; his family and friends will miss how he always made them laugh, and the generosity and love he shared with those around him.”
“Bill was a wonderful husband and father to his three children; his family and friends will miss how he always made them laugh, and the generosity and love he shared with those around him.”
May his soul rest in eternal peace.
Source: Ghanafuo.com
