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Terry Wogan Obituary
Born in Limerick, Ireland in 1938, Wogan began his broadcasting career on Irish network RTE before moving to the U.K. and the BBC, for whom he hosted quiz programs, game shows and a 1980s television talk show.
In addition to his weekday radio show, he was known in the United Kingdom for his work for television, including the BBC One chat show Wogan, presenting Children in Need, the game show Blankety Blank and Come Dancing and as the BBC's commentator for the Eurovision Song Contest from 1971 to 2008. Wogan used to present a two-hour Sunday morning show, Weekend Wogan, on BBC Radio 2. He also hosted the Eurovision Song Contest 1998 in Birmingham along with Ulrika Jonsson.
According to The Oxford Times, In 2008, Wogan and singer Aled Jones released a single "Little Drummer Boy/Peace on Earth" which got to number three in the UK music charts. The money raised went to BBC Children in Need. The two recorded a second Christmas single "Silver Bells" in 2009 which was also in aid of BBC Children in Need. .
According to the BBC, Wogan was granted a knighthood in 2005. He held dual British and Irish citizenship and was thus entitled to use "Sir" in front of his name. He is survived by his wife, two sons and a daughter.
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Shelagh Blackmore
February 8, 2016
8th February 2016
Thankyou Terry for your wonderful Wake up to Wogan. I laughed my way to work every day and it always put me in a good mood!Your lovely voice and humour will be so missed.
Requiescant In Pace Terry.
Shelagh (Bristol)
Bella
February 4, 2016
People like this come around only once in a lifetime, I'm so lucky you were here in my lifetime. What a wonderful man. Rest in peace dear Terry.
Deborah kirkup
February 4, 2016
Lovely comical man will be sadly missed x
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Dave MacPhail
February 4, 2016
Terry Wogan. Your smooth kind voice was just perfect for radio. You were identifiable immediately. The voice of Euro-vision for many years. We shall miss you my friend. Such humor which never seemed to wean has now gone for good. Rest in peace.
T L
February 3, 2016
Dear Terry,
Thank you for the years of joy and laughter ( I only watched Eurovision to hear your wonderful witty comments ) Thank you for the kindness you showed, the love you shared and the difference you made. Bless you.
February 3, 2016
We will all miss you terribly.Thanks for you're company when I first came Holland and did'nt know many.It was listening to you on radio two that kept me going.RIP.Iona from Angelesey North Wales.
February 2, 2016
Beloveds, so sorry to hear about Terry Wogan. I know he will truly be missed. The sting of death is painful, but take comfort in knowing that the God of love is there to help.
Psalms119:76
Paul Jones
February 2, 2016
A friend to millions, we've lost a great man. The breadth, warmth, humour and quality of your work will ensure you're never forgotten. Everyone enjoys being made to laugh, thanks for the memories Terry. Love and condolences to family and friends.
R WILSON
February 2, 2016
On behalf of all the Building Gangs who work in London Monday to Friday, then went home and then returned to London on Sunday night, meaning The Scots, The Geordies, The Taffies, our brothers The Paddy's, just ordinary men, tired men, from Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Middlesbrough, Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool, the Midlands and the South, Thank you Terry. Our long trips home were made livelier, less tiring and certainly less boring by having Sir PATRICK WOGAN with us in the car, and listening to your radio broadcasts and jokes. Tears fell throughout Britain when we heard the sad news. Our love and respects to his family.
Andrea D'Silva Dsilva
February 1, 2016
To terry wogan I am so sad to hear that you have gone we will miss a very special freind on radio 2 we will miss you so much rest in peace terry wogan best wishes from Andrea D'Silva
Andrea D'Silva D'Silva
February 1, 2016
I will miss you so much to help so many people around the world we hope you rest in peace terry wogan best wishes from Andrea D'Silva
Andrea D'Silva dsilva
February 1, 2016
To dear terry wogan we will miss you so much we hope you rest in peace god bless terry wogan my heart gps out to all of your family at this time best wishes from Andrea D'Silva
Max Beeston
February 1, 2016
Very sad to hear of Terry's passing. He entertained us on radio and TV for many years and to say he is a national institution is no understatement.We,shall miss his wonderful wit and humour. Rip terry and much sympathy to his family. Max and Margaret Beeston
olive Prendergast
February 1, 2016
Dear Terry, sadly missed here in limerick Ireland. One of our own. Rest in peace.
Olive Prendergast, Limerick
Robert Deathridge
February 1, 2016
Have such fond memories of Terry through listening to him on the radio, as a driver it was like having a mate in the cab with you, many a time I had tears of laughter rolling down my face. There are so few real characters left in this world and now we have one less, your passing has left a huge void in so many lives, people who were never fortunate to have met you but like me felt we knew you. Thanks for all those happy memories Terry, our loss is Heavens gain there will some mischievous goings on up there now.God bless RIP
Maggie BOYDE
February 1, 2016
Dearest Terry who I listened to for many years on the Radio 2 breakfast show. Always managed to make me smile even through my saddest times my thoughts go out to your family. Words can't express the loss I feel today. RIP - Maggie B of Rochester.
February 1, 2016
I have listened to you on the radio and TV since the 1960's, and now feel as if I have lost a member of my family ' I enjoyed your wit, charm, the voice and that beautiful Irish lilt, Heartfelt condolence to all the family, God Bless you all.
R C
Laurence Smith
February 1, 2016
You kept me sane for 10 years whilst I was working in the Middle East. I even managed to get some of the locals to enjoy your sense of humour.
Sandra Smith
February 1, 2016
You made me late for work most mornings as I just could not leave the car and miss what gems of wisdom you would impart on us next. You were the shining light in our lives. Love you Terry.
Julie Greenwood
February 1, 2016
What an absolute 'LEGEND' Our sincere condolences to all his family.
He will always be remembered for the smile on his face and in his voice. He is such a great loss and will be sadly missed by all who met and listened to him on the radio.
Words cannot describe the sadness in our hearts today. To a wonderful man Rest In Peace.
Ron Wogan
January 31, 2016
My heart goes out to his wife and kids. I was told quit a few years ago we were related and always want to someday make the trip and maybe meet him.
DH
January 31, 2016
To the family of Mr.Terry Wogan
Words can not express how you may
be feeling at this difficult time.
I am truly sorry for the loss of
your dear loved one.
May you find comfort from the
Jesus spoke at John 6:40.
Michael Welter
January 31, 2016
One of the greatest broadcasters ever, a real legend left us and a wonderful voice of the morning has died away... RIP, Sir Terry, my "where-was-I"-compliance and only idol. I am sure, now there will be real goog radio in heaven...
David & Jill Cummings
January 31, 2016
Terry thank you for all the years that you have brought enjoyment to our lives and millions of other people.
We shall miss your with and charm.
RIP and all our love David & Jill Cummings
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