Veteran BBC broadcaster Sir Terry Wogan has died aged 77, after a short illness, his family has confirmed.


In a statement, they said: "Sir Terry Wogan died today after a short but brave battle with cancer.
"He passed away surrounded by his family. While we understand he will be missed by many, the family ask that their privacy is respected at this time."


BBC director general Tony Hall said: "Terry truly was a national treasure."

Sir Terry leaves wife Lady Helen and their three children. The couple also had a daughter who died in infancy.


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