Tony Morris, the presenter of Granada Reports, has died at the age of 57. REGIONAL TV news presenter Tony Morris has died at the age of 57 - after he was diagnosed with kidney cancer last year. “First and foremost he was an amazing dad to his two daughters and our thoughts are with his family. "A brilliant presenter and journalist who could disarm the most challenging of guests. Newsreader Carol Barnes has died in hospital, aged 63, after suffering a massive stroke. 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He joined the RAF after leaving school and told friends that growing up as the only black kid on a tough estate and joining the armed forces had taught him resilience. ITV News presenter Tony Morris has died aged 57. He will be missed enormously by everyone who so enjoyed working with him and by viewers who appreciated his warmth, his incisive questioning and his dry sense of humour. Tony died at Bury Hospice on … Heathrow was Europe's busiest airport before the coronavirus pandemic. Advertisement The broadcaster, who presented ITV Grenada Reports in the North West, died at … Tony covered many big stories in his time at Granada, including the aftermath of the 2017 bombing at Manchester Arena and the publication of the Kirkup report into baby deaths at Furness General Hospital. The news anchor, best known for presenting ITV News' Granada Reports, has died at the age of 57 after battling kidney cancer - tributes have poured in for the much-loved presenter, Celeb obsessed? "He would always be respectful but would always coax the best interviews out of people and never shy away from a direct question," she added. “Tony led our viewers through some of the darkest of days, yet he was always able to offer some reassurance and warmth.”. ", She added: "Tony lifted people, he was full of fun, wherever he was there was laughter and of course his incredible smile. Tony Morris, the longstanding presenter of ITV's North West news programme Granada Reports, has died aged 57. Morris, who was diagnosed with … Tony’s death is a great loss to news broadcasting.". Dar es Salaam.The Kinondoni Regional Police Force has confirmed the death of ITV presenter Blandina Sembu, saying she was murdered. Piers Morgan has roasted Alastair Campbell after the presenter wrongfully announced that the Queen had died, and it was only a matter of time. Tony Morris: ITV News and former BBC presenter dies at 57. ITV Granada Reports presenter Tony Morris has died at the age of 57, after being diagnosed with kidney cancer last year.. Tony died on Saturday at Bury Hospice, with his daughters Natalie and Rebecca by his side. Something went wrong, please try again later. Simply click the Run button at the bottom of your browser. Morris served as the host of the programme for … Tony also hosted some editions of Granada's From The North podcast. ITV news reporter Tony Morris' colleague pays tearful on-air tribute after his death Lucy Meacock paid tribute on air after the much-loved ITV news reporter died on Saturday at the age of 57 At the end of the final programme, he signed off with the words: That brings to an end my association with the news at 10.30. Pictures: ITV Regional TV news presenter Tony Morris has died at the age of 57 - after he … His TV career was launched when a newsreader was unable to get into the studio, and Tony, then a producer, stepped in to present the news at short notice. Morris had fronted ITV's regional news programme in the North West for 17 years since joining in 2003. 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When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Tony grew up in Portsmouth, Hampshire, where he spent much of his childhood in foster care. Blandina Sembu. Tony led our viewers through some of the darkest of days, yet he was always able to offer some reassurance and warmth. He said: "Tony was a great presenter with an instinctive understanding of what would interest his audience. A book of condolence set up by ITV has been signed by more than 2,500 people. He was loved by all, we as a team will miss him, the viewers will miss him. Lucy went on to describe her former presenting partner as a "great observer of people and a great listener". Lucy West, Granada’s head of news, said: “Tony was a remarkable man. Martine Croxall was left close to tears announcing the death of Prince Philip as the BBC, along with rivals ITV and Sky, interrupted their broadcast schedules to break the news. Tony Morris dead: ITV Granada Reports presenter dies at 57 after battle with kidney cancer The news anchor, best known for presenting ITV News' … Lucy West, head of news at Granada, said that a special programme will be broadcast at 6pm tonight to pay tribute to Tony and remember his amazing career. Take a look at the stats here. ", She added: "I am so very, very sad and my heart goes out to his daughters Nat and Becky.  A smile from Tony Morris always brightened everyone's day and certainly brightened up the whole of the North West for 17 years.". After leaving the RAF, Tony, a lifelong lover of music, began working at the BBC as a local radio trainee. Bullseye presenter Jim Bowen dies aged 80 | ITV News - YouTube. McDonald presented his last ITV News bulletin on 15 December 2005. The award-winning journalist was a well-known face in the north west, having presented ITV’s regional news show for … Tony Morris, the presenter of Granada Reports, ITV's regional news programme in the North West, has died at the age of 57. ITV Evening News ITV Lunchtime News ITV News at Ten ITV Weekend News; Tom Bradby: Main: Nina Hossain: Main: Guest: Mary Nightingale: Main: Sameena Ali-Khan: Guest: Andrea Byrne: Guest: Julie Etchingham: Main: Jonathan Hill He helped it become the first regional news programme to win a BAFTA thanks to his 2007 coverage, alongside Lucy, of the Morecambe Bay Cockle Picking tragedy. 4 Tony Morris … "Mike was a delightful man, he was such a generous presenter - … Tony had presented on Granada Reports, ITV’s regional news programme in the North West, for 17 years. And last year, he was shortlisted by the Royal Television Society in the Nations and Regions Presenter of the Year category. Paying tribute, co-presenter Lucy Meacock said Tony "brightened everyone's day". The 57-year-old, who presented the broadcaster's regional news in the North West, died in hospital on Saturday. By clicking to run this downloaded file you agree to the, "A first trip to Russia for Chelsea in seven years brings the team face to face with new opponents Krasnodar in the Champions League. We'll remember him and share more tributes on the programme tonight: https://t.co/Zw8Tqbxgqf pic.twitter.com/0bpEdlky5y, “A smile from Tony Morris always brightened everyone’s day and certainly brightened up the whole of the North West for 17 years.”. He was diagnosed with kidney cancer last year. He passed away on Saturday 1 August at Bury Hospice with his two daughters Natalie and Rebecca by his side after being diagnosed with kidney cancer in 2019. 1, Christina Aguilera thrills fans with a new clothing collection you need to see, What happens if Liverpool and Leicester finish fourth on same points and goal difference, The Best Raincoats You Can Buy So That You're Prepared For The Impending Showers, British tech firm Arqit set to create 2,000 high-skilled jobs in UK after striking £1bn blank-cheque deal, New text message alert system to be trialled for public emergencies, Gemma Collins vows to be 'fine tuned machine' as she goes running in skin-tight black outfit, Car review: The Ford EcoSport doesn’t really live up to initial impressions, Jane McDonald shares key advice 'only experience can teach' when going on cruise holidays, Elizabeth Hurley captivates fans with age-defying appearance in latest photo, Rabbi needs hospital treatment after attack outside synagogue, H.E.R. ITV Granada Reports presenter Tony Morris has died aged 57 after a battle with kidney cancer. ITV Granada Reports presenter Tony Morris has died. HTV presenter Steve Taylor Credit: ITV Wales News Former HTV presenter and journalist Steve Taylor has died aged 65. Tony Morris, presenter of ITV Granada Reports, has passed away.The 57-year-old, who presented the broadcaster’s regional news in the Northwest, died in hospital on Saturday. “I am so very, very sad and my heart goes out to his daughters Nat and Becky. Regional Police Commander Ramadhan Kingai said they received reports that Blandina's body dumped in front of Maryland bar, Mwenge on Saturday March 27, at 11pm. He died at Bury Hospice on Saturday with his daughters, Natalie and Rebecca, at his side, said ITV. She said the traits made him a "wonderful interviewer and a first class journalist". GRANADA Reports presenter Tony Morris has died at the age of 57. The programme won a second BAFTA in 2013 for its coverage of the Independent Panel into the Hillsborough Disaster. He went on to report and present both regional and national news programmes for the BBC, before moving on to Granada in 2003, where he made an immediate impact with his colleagues and viewers. The television star presented ITV's regional news programme in the North West of … Away from the newsroom, Morris was a diversity champion for ITV and was closely involved with organisations working with young people from disadvantaged backgrounds as a mentor and a supporter of several charities, including the Anthony Walker Foundation set up in memory of the black teenager who was murdered in 2005. The veteran newsreader stepped down from his role as anchor after more than 30 years at ITN, but said he had no plans to retire completely from television. The double BAFTA winner passed away in hospital on Saturday. Tony Morris, died while at Bury Hospice on Saturday after a battle with kidney cancer. His passing leaves a huge gap in all of our lives and we will never forget him.". His co-presenter of 17 years Lucy Meacock said: "He was without doubt one of the most humble, kind and funny people I have ever met, and he would often make me laugh till my sides ached. Blandina was known for her programme ‘Jarida la Wanawake’ (Women Magazine’ on ITV. “He was without doubt one of the most humble, kind and funny people I have ever met, and he would often make me laugh till my sides ached," she said. Tony Morris dead: Tributes paid as ITV presenter dies aged 57 Morris had presented on Granada Reports - ITV’s regional news programme in the North West - for 17 years. His daughters Natalie and Rebecca were by his side in hospital. 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He also used to present … Tony was also a busy man away from the newsroom. Michael Jermey, director of news and current affairs at ITV, also paid tribute. During his … Regional TV news presenter Tony Morris has died at the age of 57 - after he was diagnosed with kidney cancer last year. ", Here's @lucymitv leading the Granada team's tributes to Tony Morris. Electric cars in the UK: are we ready for the EV revolution? Tony Morris, the veteran presenter of the ITV news programme Granada Reports, has died aged 57. Morris had presented on Granada Reports - ITV’s regional news … POLICE in Kinondoni Region yesterday confirmed the death of ITV producer and presenter, Blandina Sembu, saying she was murdered. Monday 11 December 2017, 2:22pm Video report by ITV News Correspondent Richard Pallot TV presenter Keith Chegwin has died aged 60 following a "long-term battle with a … Microsoft and partners may be compensated if you purchase something through recommended links in this article. He was diagnosed with kidney cancer last year. Tony broke down barriers during his career at Granada Reports. 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Friends also said this had given Tony a great empathy and insight. Bury hospice, which looked after Morris in his final weeks, has received £12,700 in donations since his death … She said: "Tony was a remarkable man; first and foremost he was an amazing dad to his two daughters and our thoughts are with his family. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. Tony Morris, presenter of ITV's Granada Reports, has died at the age of 57. ", "Heathrow has been overtaken by Charles de Gaulle in Paris as Europe's busiest airport, with the west London hub reporting rising losses. She described him as a “great observer of people and a great listener” who would “always coax the best interviews out of people and never shy away from a direct question”. “A brilliant presenter and journalist who could disarm the most challenging of guests. ITV's Daybreak presenter and former colleague Lorraine Kelly said he will be "very, very, very sadly missed". The comedian was best known for presenting the 1980s and 90s darts-based game show which ran for 14 years on ITV.•. ", This Pillowcase Is Quickly Becoming The Must-Have Gift Of 2021, Dentists Say This Little-Known Trick Will Easily Fix Bad Breath Forever, You Will Never Have To Scrub A Toilet Again If You Try This New Toilet Cleaner. He was a diversity champion for ITV and worked closely with a number of charitable organisations to help young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. Tributes have poured in for the much-loved journalist. Tributes have been paid to TV news presenter Tony Morris, who has died aged 57 after a battle with kidney cancer.
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