George Alagiah, the renowned BBC newsreader, has passed away at the age of 67, as confirmed by his agent, Mary Greenham, to the PA news agency. He died peacefully, surrounded by his family and loved ones, after a long battle with stage four bowel cancer that had spread to his liver and lymph nodes, a diagnosis he received in April 2014. Despite his valiant fight, the battle came to an end today.
George Alagiah was deeply cherished by all who knew him, be it friends, colleagues, or members of the public. He was truly a remarkable human being. Mary Greenham extends her heartfelt condolences to Fran, the boys, and his extended family.
Having joined the BBC in 1989, George Alagiah had a distinguished career as one of the corporation's leading foreign correspondents before transitioning to a news presenter. In 2003, he began hosting the 6 pm news bulletin and eventually took on the role as the sole anchor after Natasha Kaplinsky's departure. Over the years, he covered significant events, such as civil wars in Somalia and Liberia, as well as the Rwanda genocide.
Throughout his illustrious career, George Alagiah interviewed prominent political figures, including Nelson Mandela, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and Robert Mugabe. His work extended beyond broadcasting, as he authored several books, including "A Home From Home," which explored the concept of British identity. His contributions were recognized with an OBE in the 2008 New Year Honours.
His dedication to journalism and his warm presence on the screen will be deeply missed by colleagues, audiences, and the wider public alike.
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