RIP thread - Page 635

Sam Spade · April 8th, 2017, 07:47 PM

The BBC are reporting (for the second time) that the Radio 2 DJ, Brian Matthew has died, at the age of 88.

Brian presented a 2 hour show on Saturday mornings called "Sounds of the 60's", which I always woke up to, and listened to as I got ready and drove to the super market, his style was to give a little information about each song, then play it in full, he never talked over a song, nor cut it short, he acknowledged that the music, not the presenter was the star of the show.

The BBC sacked him earlier this year, even though they said it was a mutual decision. (Brian rejected their statement)

In my opinion he was by far the best DJ the BBC ever had, and a lot of radio presenters could learn valuable lessons from him (yes Steve Wright, I'm looking at you)

R.I.P, Brian.

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**BlueArsedFly** · April 8th, 2017, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ManofKent

It says that he appeared in Clash of the Titans. Can I ask, what character did he play? I've seen both films (both old and new) loads of times, but can't quite place his face in it?

He was also the bastard who killed Lady Sybil in Downton Abbey. BOO! HISS!

**BlueArsedFly** · April 8th, 2017, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Sam Spade

The BBC are reporting (for the second time) that the Radio 2 DJ, Brian Matthew has died, at the age of 88.

Probably the most recognisable BBC voice worldwide owing to his announcing duties on umpteen "Live At The Beeb" releases including The Beatles, Zeppelin, Hendrix and almost everybody else who ever mattered.

**bloke57** · April 9th, 2017, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Sam Spade

The BBC are reporting (for the second time) that the Radio 2 DJ, Brian Matthew has died, at the age of 88.

Brian presented a 2 hour show on Saturday mornings called "Sounds of the 60's", which I always woke up to, and listened to as I got ready and drove to the super market, his style was to give a little information about each song, then play it in full, he never talked over a song, nor cut it short, he acknowledged that the music, not the presenter was the star of the show.

Another bit of my childhood gone. Long before "Sounds of the 60s" he presented "Saturday Club" which is where you first got to hear that new record by the Beatles, Kinks, Stones etc. On TV, he presented "Thank Your Lucky Stars" - another ground-breaking show that featured audience member Janice who often uttered the much copied phrase "Oi'll give it foive", spoken in her strong midlands accent.

RIP that gentleman.

**johnbear** · April 10th, 2017, 12:53 AM

New Zealand–Australian comedian writer and satirist died age 68 Natural causes.
http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/...09-gvhg1r.html

**Dr Pepper** · April 10th, 2017, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by johnbear

New Zealand–Australian comedian writer and satirist died age 68 Natural causes.
http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/...09-gvhg1r.html

Better known in NZ as his comedy alter-ego Fred Dagg. Another comic genius gone

**Tmee2020** · April 10th, 2017, 01:39 AM

Terrible news about John.

I will have to watch the whole series of The Games again in his memory.

Along with a truckload of other stuff.

**ball7** · April 10th, 2017, 09:05 AM

Harshad Kawade, Husband of Indian News Anchor Supreet Kaur has died in a car accident.

http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/...09-gvhdoq.html

**patwynnfan** · April 11th, 2017, 08:13 AM

Sir Arnold Clark, the founder of Britain's biggest independent group of car dealerships, has died at the age of 89.
The billionaire was born in Glasgow, where he set up his first showroom in 1954.
A statement said he had passed away peacefully, "surrounded by his family".
It added that Sir Arnold, who was knighted in 2004, was "an inspiration" and said "the family will continue to carry on his vision".
He was confirmed as Britain's first billionaire car dealer in the Sunday Times Rich List in 2016.
The company which bears Sir Arnold's name has 200 dealerships across the UK, with more than 18,000 new and used cars in stock. It posted profits of £107.2m in 2014 on sales of £3.2bn.
Sir Arnold founded the business after leaving the Royal Air Force in the early 1950s.
He used his demob money to buy a Morris Ten-Four for just £70. Having restored the car to its former glory and sold it on for a profit, he began to buy and sell cars.
His first showroom was in Glasgow's Park Road.

**ManofKent** · April 11th, 2017, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueArsedFly

He was also the bastard who killed Lady Sybil in Downton Abbey. BOO! HISS!

Oh yeah! I forgot he was in that!

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Sam Spade *Administrator* Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 15,926 Thanks: 139,824 Thanked 303,373 Times in 15,466 Posts	The BBC are reporting (for the second time) that the Radio 2 DJ, Brian Matthew has died, at the age of 88. Brian presented a 2 hour show on Saturday mornings called "Sounds of the 60's", which I always woke up to, and listened to as I got ready and drove to the super market, his style was to give a little information about each song, then play it in full, he never talked over a song, nor cut it short, he acknowledged that the music, not the presenter was the star of the show. The BBC sacked him earlier this year, even though they said it was a mutual decision. (Brian rejected their statement) In my opinion he was by far the best DJ the BBC ever had, and a lot of radio presenters could learn valuable lessons from him (yes Steve Wright, I'm looking at you) R.I.P, Brian. Save __________________ We recommend you use a variety of hosts for your pictures Read and follow the To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. and everything will be sweet. Use the To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. button to show appreciation. Use the To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. facility or the A-Z's before starting a new thread. Play nice. If you find any dead images in any of my celebrity posts, please PM me with details.

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ball7 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: MIA Posts: 15,690 Thanks: 66,286 Thanked 209,984 Times in 15,730 Posts	Harshad Kawade Harshad Kawade, Husband of Indian News Anchor Supreet Kaur has died in a car accident. http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/...09-gvhdoq.html

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patwynnfan Vintage Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 420 Thanks: 25,883 Thanked 11,827 Times in 416 Posts	Scottish billionaire car dealer Sir Arnold Clark dies Sir Arnold Clark, the founder of Britain's biggest independent group of car dealerships, has died at the age of 89. The billionaire was born in Glasgow, where he set up his first showroom in 1954. A statement said he had passed away peacefully, "surrounded by his family". It added that Sir Arnold, who was knighted in 2004, was "an inspiration" and said "the family will continue to carry on his vision". He was confirmed as Britain's first billionaire car dealer in the Sunday Times Rich List in 2016. The company which bears Sir Arnold's name has 200 dealerships across the UK, with more than 18,000 new and used cars in stock. It posted profits of £107.2m in 2014 on sales of £3.2bn. Sir Arnold founded the business after leaving the Royal Air Force in the early 1950s. He used his demob money to buy a Morris Ten-Four for just £70. Having restored the car to its former glory and sold it on for a profit, he began to buy and sell cars. His first showroom was in Glasgow's Park Road. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. If you like the post please hit the Thanks button, a little appreciation goes a long way To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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April 10th, 2017, 01:39 AM	#6347
Tmee2020 Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Aust Posts: 4,195 Thanks: 209,842 Thanked 71,436 Times in 4,151 Posts	Terrible news about John. I will have to watch the whole series of The Games again in his memory. Along with a truckload of other stuff.