Broadcaster John Stapleton dies aged 79
by Lanre Bakare Arts and culture correspondent from World news | The Guardian on (#706D5)
Tributes paid to consummate pro' and rock solid' presenter of Newsnight, Watchdog and GMTV's News Hour
Tributes have been made across the world of television to the rock solid broadcaster and ultimate gentleman" John Stapleton, who has died at the age of 79 after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2024.
Stapleton's agent, Jackie Gill, said on Sunday: John had Parkinson's disease, which was complicated by pneumonia. His son Nick and daughter-in-law Lise have been constantly at his side and John died peacefully in hospital this morning."
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