Janice Long is dead: BBC radio presenter dies on Christmas Day at 66 after a long illness

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British Columbia radio host Janice Long died at the age of 66 on Christmas Day after a short illness.

Her agent Nigel Forsyth announced the sad news on Boxing Day in a statement.

The BBC star leaves behind her husband, Paul, and their two children.

In a statement, he said, “Janice was a wonderful, warm person and an exceptional broadcaster.

“She told a wonderful story and always made you laugh with her sharp wit. She will leave behind her husband Paul and the two children whom she thought were their world.

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Janice loved the BBC and began her career as a station assistant at BBC Radio Merseyside in 1979 to complement it with The Wonderful People of BBC Radio Wales.

“Janise wanted you to know that she was so grateful to the NHS and everyone who took care of her there.”

Ms. Long has had a high-profile career for 40 years.

She was the first woman to have her own daily show on Radio 1.

Also, the mother of two hosted Top of the Pops for five years.

Expressions of appreciation poured into the BBC star after news of her death made headlines.

BBC pop master Lorna Clark was among those who paid tribute to the late radio personality.

She said, “Everyone at pop radio was saddened to hear of Janice Long’s passing.

Long admired for her role as a talent watcher and new musical heroine, she gave Frankie Goes to Hollywood and Amy Winehouse their first radio sessions, as well as lighting the way for radio and television presenters across the industry.

“We send our deepest condolences to her family and friends at this sad time.”

A Greatest Hits Radio spokesperson said, “We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Janis Long.

Throughout her illustrious career, Janice has played an important and contributing role to broadcasting, most recently being an integral part of the Greatest Hits Radio lineup.

“She was unique and will be greatly missed by us and her dear listeners. Our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones at this time.”

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