Newsnight tribute to Legendry DJ Steve Wright who died today aged 69 - 13th Feb 2024

[@robertmcgowan4149]

Removing Steve Wright from his slot was one of the biggest mistakes the BBC has ever made in radio.

[@_Ben4810]

Sadly BBC Radio as a whole has become the shining example of just what bad management can do to an institution...& I would also imagine Wrighty's health would have suffered by the treatment from, as Danny Baker once described them, the pinheads & weasels running & ruining BBC Radio.

[@Gazr965]

Steve Wright in the afternoon was the best, I was choked when he was replaced. Gaz Yorkshire.

[@judiththomalla6077]

Loosing Steve Wright in the afternoon was the final straw for me, I had been a loyal listener for 43 yrs. So many bad decisions, so many great presenters lost as well as listeners. RIP Steve you really will be sadly missed. I actually feel I have lost a dear dear friend. ❤

[@user-lu8hl3bg4x]

Agree. Astonishingly arrogant of the BBC!

[@anneheuser5501]

Exactly what I said in another post, he wasn't happy with the changes at all, same happened with Brian Matthews

[@GL-jq6fu]

BBC should be ashamed of the way they’ve discarded Steve, Ken and others. God bless you Steve.

[@mariynsummers]

Yes and Danny Baker

[@tonyboy5840]

bbc have a lot to be ashamed of. like charging the blind for listening to a radio, and Saville and harris to name a few.

[@johnobrien20]

Ken Bruce gave notice and left of his own Choice.

[@Notalwaysrightbutmostly]

Steve Wright never left Radio 2 what are you talking about , he had a show on Sunday

[@sarac.3259]

​​@@Notalwaysrightbutmostly I imagine what the OP is _talking about_ is how Steve Wright was taken off the afternoon show. PS you really need to change your name.

[@mikeoglen6848]

It's a shame the BBC "pinheads and weasels" removed him from the best programme on the radio. Steve will be missed.

[@Wolflairhx1]

He died of a broken heart.

[@sirhellguitarlordhd1423]

We all die of broken hearts, look at me for example, I'm dead inside

[@robertallen591]

the radio 1 audiance is 16 to 26 he got old like we all do

[@mikeoglen6848]

He didn't broadcast on R1...@@robertallen591

[@TheRedleader01]

he wasnt a pedo,not saying anyone from the bbc is a pedo obviously but he wasnt a pedo

[@JDMJOE]

And the BBC dumped him. Now people are dumping the BBC. Such a distinctive voice, and a wonderful talent on radio. All I remember on the Radio was Steve and his fantastic show. Rest in peace Steve Wright.

[@alexdavis1541]

DEI

[@michaelfozzard4122]

We all enjoyed listening to Steve ! Glad to have listened to you ! What a lovely relaxing voice to listen to, sadly will be missed

[@hoolahoop6360]

Did Steve top himself?

[@PhilipBooth-qj9dk]

Let's hope not ​@@hoolahoop6360

[@yvonnebrowning9753]

BBC are idiots.

[@Robertonnz]

Steve was the ultimate DJ. His "Steve Wright in the Afternoon" show was unique and magical. R.I.P. Steve.

[@JohnMorten-px6my]

Spot on. I did thousands of miles listening to his shows and all his made up characters and "useless trivia" A true genius presenter. 👏👏

[@carcajou7837]

It had magic,warmth,humour & made your day better...A lovely,talented human being who was fantastic at his job for decades.What a loss

[@007heaven]

And Sunday love songs he just best of best 👌

[@CarolCartledge]

A fantastic presenter and communicator loved his shows RIP Steve 😢😢😢😢😢

[@professorbernardkemp7448]

Loved Steve Wright. Kept his opinions to himself. Dignified and old school. His humour and light hearted approach was refreshing and commendable. R.I.P. to you Steve. Legend.

[@michaelgibson4705]

I listened to “Wrighty” in the afternoon for over 20 years driving my London Taxi loved the Phil Cornwall impressions and ask Elvis he was a great broadcaster like his hero Kenny Everett he’ll be missed RIP Steve

[@tonyallsopp5548]

Great memories Michael-I remember driving my London 'Bomber' taxi in Blackpool for many years waiting for Mr Angry to come on and tell us how furious he was.Living in Australia now but great memories of those times.

[@robertmcgowan4149]

Thanks for everything Steve Wright we the radio listeners will always remember & miss you!

[@stewartcohen-jones2949]

Damn. He was taken for granted. He was ubiquitous and his voice was heard coming from every workman’s radio. A huge part of British culture has departed.

[@jamesbyrne9312]

Exactly

[@TheRowlandstone73]

Well said. My work revolved around him. Working 6-2/2-10 shifts, his show was either just starting as I got to work - which was great, or I could listen to him in the car on the way home - which was even better!

[@myview3793]

Radio one Steve wright in the afternoon was the best show ever and will never be beaten rip Steve

[@stepheng8779]

That'll be Mark & Lard 👍

[@theculturedthug6609]

Yeah I remember as a kid Steve Wright on the news about his appointment to Radio 1 this must have been in about 1995?

[@andyfanshawe]

I remember listening to his "Steve wright in the afternoon" way back in the 80's. Sat in the garden in the summer laughing at his characters! Mr angry will be so mad! Just an amazing gentleman. RIP Steve. Heaven must be having a ball right now with Steve leading the show!

[@2e1r3s2]

Started work in 1983 and listened to Gary and Steve every afternoon. Made work as a teenager fun and made life a pleasure. Thank you Steve and RIP.

[@mikeweber5362]

More than a clever presenter, to we listeners, he was a dear friend and the best ever on the radio! Our hearts are heavy today.

[@opencurtin]

Hear , hear !!!

[@kingcasino5884]

I've been listening to Steve Wright for forty years, I'm now in my 60's,the only disc jockey I can honestly relate to. Yesterday was a sad,sad day.😪

[@woodngames]

He IS the voice of radio ,probably the only DJ you find randomly while tweeking and don't change the channel .

[@suziq4394]

Tears for a stranger... who wasn't a stranger. Always there... so sadly missed 😢

[@suzannebouse8747]

I was exactly the same

[@jdekong3945]

Still gutted now

[@regal163]

I'll never forget Mr Angry, great show, used to get me through the afternoon when I was HGV driving.

[@thedoctor6610]

Steve Wright one of the finest Radio 2 DJs going. the funny thing is my Steve Wright in the afternoon clock has stopped thank you Steve Wright for those brilliant shows you did on Radio 1 and 2 RIP

[@rjjcms1]

There certainly wasn't any radio show quite like it before,certainly on this side of the pond. I was nodding in agreement at some of Gary and Tony's observations. It seemed to me back then that he was influenced by American radio and brought a flavour of that over here,with its marketing/polling trends and its emphasis on the big and the brash in the 80s - and that theme tune with the horn prominent in it. Yet he also put his own English quirky twist on it,and yes it always had that feel of a whole posse of characters being in the studio with him.

[@1960dave1960]

Did you think that you’d lost a friend, because I thought that…..😢

[@cosmos7492]

I stopped listening to Radio 2 when they got rid of him and I will never listening to it again its a load of rubbish now.. going to miss you Steve Wright you will never be forgotten RIP buddy

[@user-mm2ls6wd3o]

Stopped listening when Steve left radio. One of the greatest presenters. My condolences to his Family and friends x

[@user-mg5xc6bo7b]

Very sad, we have lost a great British icon. Thank you Steve and rest in peace.

[@bonniechops1]

One of the best radio presenters ever. RIP Steve Wright 😢

[@Paul-qg3iw]

Wonderful tribute to one of the greatest broadcasters our nation has produced. Moreover, a genuinely good man too. Will be missed and condolences to his family.

[@amfwelsh]

Lovely touch at the end of this tribute playing his shows music. Your familiar voice will be missed on the radio Steve

[@justinkirkhope8810]

Just needed the edit from Wichita Lineman to finish it off before the pips 😂

[@catscan2022]

​@@justinkirkhope8810 everytime i hear the end of witchita lineman I'm reminded of the closing credits talking about the programme copyright 😂 One other song i associate with Steve's show is eye in the sky by Alan parsons project. I'd never heard of it until I heard it on Steve's show. It seemed to be a regular favourite on the show and remains one of mine. And of course come up and see me by steve harley with accompanying sound effect of teeth brushing during the pauses in music 😂 what happy carefree days they were ❤

[@alanwhite6293]

Loved Steve Wright and Ken Bruce - No BBC radio for me now - Greatest hits radio, and I even pay to have no adverts - Fantastic!! Ken bruce rules!! Miss you Wrighty always.

[@wolverine37x]

I have gone over to Boom Radio myself, I do catch Greatest Hits as well though. BBC is just not the same anymore.

[@scottwood5305]

Greatest hits is awful boom is ok

[@catscan2022]

Prefer boom radio to greatest hits - more variety as we get to hear 60s music which we don't hear too much of on greatest hits radio. I get the impression ghr is more for people who are 10 years or so younger than me. I listen to popmaster then switch to boom these days

[@TheBorderRyker]

You’ll be sadlyr missed Steve. Thank you for everything. 😢

[@wallabybob3020]

I feel like I’ve lost a dear friend. R.I.P Steve and thanks for the memories.

[@user-qc6vb9xq8i]

What a lovely man. Funny smart when he did. The characters laughed. My head off, will be missed so sad.❤

[@JD-cw4qg]

So very sad, he was just the absolute best, I never missed a show since the early 80s. When the beeb dropped him in 2022 was the biggest mistake ever. Yet he never had a bad word to say about anyone, true gentleman with legions and legions of fans. RIP mate, really going to miss you.

[@catscan2022]

Aye not like pompous DLT with his pompous resignation speech. Steve seemed to take it all in his stride. Ticks me off though that ageism is one form of discrimination that goes unchallenged

[@WeeMac538]

I listened to him for years on Radio 2. Thanks Steve for the great shows you put out. ❤

[@SISU889]

I grew up listening to Steve Wright , massive loss to radio and TV . Rest easy Steve ....

[@bambit08]

I have listened to and LOVED listening to Steve for more than 40 years. I switched off Radio 2 in the afternoon after he left. Thanks for all the wonderful memories dear Steve. 💫

[@dnorfed]

Wow, steve passing away is so sad, he was like a friend , it was so important that you had Steve wright on your radio. He will be missed by so many people. RIP STEVE . That last clip of the band playing his signature tune really knocked me sideways knowing that we shan’t be hearing it or him anymore 🙏🙏🙏

[@Jonescan55]

I remember him in the early days he was enthusiastic and that would come out in his voice along with the amount of energy he had and zest for life. You will be missed but forever remembered. God bless you Steve.

[@Gazr965]

Steve Wright in the afternoon was the best, I was choked when he was replaced, it was like losing part of life, now he is gone forever, R I P Steve. Gaz Yorkshire.

[@by_antony]

Certainly very legendary

[@KellyReiki]

Loved listening to Steve Wright in the afternoon. He always had a lovely, fun energy. Condolences to his loved ones

[@simontierney5005]

RIP Steve. That show intro at the end - best there will ever be. Iconic.

[@Shinysideup]

I’ve listened to Steve all my life, a giant in broadcasting, a very sad day.

[@Wellibob68]

Saddened with a genuine lump in my throat. Rip Steve Wright

[@JJ-zg1hh]

The jingle music at the end will never leave me for the rest of my life. RIP Steve, your work is done. Legend.

[@greensam7074]

Grew up with Steve on the radio and he was an ever present part of my childhood, teenage years and adulthood. Will be sadly missed by millions

[@johnmansell5097]

Sad day for someone who has entertained so many people, loved to hear him whenever he is broadcasting.

[@PaulHunter-ih1ye]

At sixty years of age I have had the fortune to listen to Two Truly Great disc jockeys - The first been John Peel because of his sheer love of music of all genres and his championing of bands that we would perhaps never have heard . The second - Steve Wright because of the enthusiasm, lunacy, mayhem and sheer originality that pervaded every radio show he presented. R.I.P Steve.❤

[@Elvisdukebox]

RIP Steve you were the best and will be so sadly missed.

[@cornishcamper3338]

Steve wright in the afternoon was the soundtrack of our youth speaking as a 50 year old old, it’s like we’ve lost a friendship loosing him I’m gutted, Barry from Watford, and ask Elvis, two of my favourite characters!!

[@railwaystationmaster]

Lovely fitting tribute NEWSNIGHT to one of the UK great DJs .

[@philrichards7720]

Steve wright, what can you say, I was in my teens when he started his show in the 80’s listening to him at work laughing along, totally addictive listening to a master of radio and in his words “the perfect face for radio “ , I’m 60 now with sooo many memories of how he made my early years that little bit better . R.I.P STEVE 🙏🏽.

[@Linda-vt5iq]

He was the GOAT...I'm from the USA and first heard him on a trip to London in the early 90s...and every trip since it's a highlight to hear him again....will miss that voice

[@markwells6222]

very sad and Steve was one of the best i loved his shows im shocked R.I.P Steve they should not removed Steve from his slot

[@ianfletcher2187]

That's it, another of my favourite DJ'S gone 😢 Kenny Everett,Steve Wright, Terry Wogan, Please 🙏 Tony Blackburn keep going 🙏

[@patdavico1836]

A genius at his job a true gentleman. I listened all the. Time

[@laurasands8322]

Mr Angry, Fred Creswell the cinema manager, Gervais the hairdresser, Damien the social worker, Old woman, so many wonderful characters he gave us, Gary Davis being interviewed there ,Steve used to call him the Omar Sharif of Manchester, Rip Steve,thanks for all the laughs.

[@chrisnieto5547]

Don’t forget Sid the manager…one of my favourites .

[@Geffo555]

Ask Elvis was comedy gold. Music, chat, and a good laugh. Radio at its finest.

[@jonathancollard3710]

Along with Kenny Everett, Steve was a true pioneer and legend. “Ask Elvis” was superb . RIP chap..

[@leonbishop5183]

Strangers upset at your passing prove a successful and worthwhile life… God rest you Steve and thanks so much for all the laughs and excellent entertainment over the years of our lives ⭐️❤️🙏🏻 X

[@davidclark7666]

Steve Wright was a legend and he will be greatly missed R I P.

[@elijahheyes9061]

A National treasure. He will be missed in our homes and in our hearts 💙

[@garethparr9482]

D j silly boy can’t believe I’m typing this message. Have loved listening to you in the afternoon for many years bbc should never have removed you it was a massive!! Mistake. God bless you and god bless your family. Thankyou for all the laughs. Serious jockin up there pal with sir terry and sir Jimmy.

[@joannechristian3091]

Jimmy wont be there

[@drewtatt6487]

@@joannechristian3091 Jimmy young

[@garethparr9482]

@@joannechristian3091 why might that be? Out of curiosity

[@paulwilliams-rk6fy]

Wot jimmy you talking about if it's that filthy excuse for a human being your just as twisted

[@johnwelch5132]

That’s a relief! 😊👍 Steve wright he really was one of the best.

[@stevewild6478]

Brilliant man loved his show R1 and R2 superb the David Bowie tell me what the time is always sticks in my mind R. I. P WRIGHTY.

[@8ballphil150]

Steve Wright in the Afternoon . classic radio .

[@user-su5hz8qy5n]

Started listening to Steve on radio Luxembourg in 1979 on nights he was great back then brilliant on Wrighty in the afternoon on radio 1 then took it to another level on 2 he will be very sadly missed by millions of his fans RIP to a radio legend 😢

[@andyinnes2178]

I’m actually pretty sad about loosing Steve Wright. He has been part of my life since the late seventies, and i remember him being there while i was working, driving, or just visiting somewhere and you would hear his voice. First we lost Kenny, then Terry, now Steve. Very sad.

[@alankiy2054]

I concur so many the comments. Steve Wright a legend of radio Presenting and his former afternoon slot one best shows ever.. I'M still waiting for Elvis to enter the building.! Sad, sad loss.. You'll be so missed on the Airways. Rest in Peace, SW MBE.

[@jimspammington1831]

BBC Radio 2 died with him. Second he was gone, was the last time the FM/DAB radio was ever used in my car. To replace him with someone so unworthy of the role was a crime in itself

[@alanwhite6293]

Totally agree!! Idiot BBC Controller who sacked him must feel SO Bad now, I Bloody hope so!!

[@patrickmalone1902]

That was a lovely tribute.

[@clivebennett7985]

One of the best. He joins other greats on the other side RIP Steve the radio won't be the same any more

[@kimbeaney6747]

RIP Steve Wright who was a trailblazing legend in radio.

[@lornemalvo2045]

Loved his show in the 80's, very funny and sincere man. RIP.

[@johnbaldock6353]

Driving from Wales to Birmingham on 9/11 steve got me through it.RIP I Will always miss you.😢

[@leonardosimm3536]

A fabulous broadcaster, fixed in my memories.

[@joannebowler8289]

That voice!!!!! I remember Gary Davis followed by Steve Wright ( in the afternoon ) when I worked in a hair salon and the radio was playing all day ❤

[@jacquithomas6253]

Brings back lovely memories listening to Steve Wright may he rip 😢

[@martinlewis967]

My favourite radio 1 dj Rip Steve

[@shahsheikh541]

Steve Wright in the afternoon was essential listening back in the 1980s.Such a great loss…

[@philliplewis4212]

Steve Wright, Simply the Best !!!!! Since I've been alive there has always been Steve on the radio, I can't believe he is no longer with us.

[@dav147]

Isn't the BBC so embarrassing now........

[@RioBow]

Yeah very

[@metalman4141]

Isn’t it just

[@alanwhite6293]

BBC's a dead duck now will never recover it's listeners who were faithful to Steve and Ken, those days are gone forever.

[@DearLadies]

totally. Time to close it down.

[@mikewhite1500]

⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠@@DearLadiesAnd replace it with what?

[@barryoneill5854]

I live in Ireland and I would always move the dial from Irish radio stalwarts to Steve Wright in the afternoon

[@andrewthomspson797]

Simply the best.. ❤️

[@robhodges4731]

Brilliant. Radio genius. Like Kenny Everett. Much missed.

[@007heaven]

I love that guy ❤

[@denzil040709]

The voice of the 80's. Remember Pervy, Sid the Manager and Mr.Spoons. RIP Steve, truly a legend of radio.

[@willieckaslike]

Steve WRIGHT, was one of those rare DJ who made DJing an ART FORM ! He will be missed by many. R.I.P. Steve, & THANK YOU !

[@jonnybegood1544]

Remember listening to him in my childhood just brill. Be sadly missed(( RIP

[@hugolloyd940]

Yes a great guy I listened to him over the years may he rest in peace. 🇮🇪

[@Michelle-kj2gd]

I’ve shed tears for someone I didn’t know. I’m absolutely gutted to hear of his passing. RIP Steve 😢

[@mikes5637]

This makes me so angry I could slam the phone down. RIP. 😢

[@StephSancia]

Just so sad, Legend ! And Wow, Tony Blackburn, I remember Tony Blackburn in 1973 with dog ROVER cos I was in the Royal Navy 1970 to 75 and when we came back from the Far East on HMS TIGER we KNEW we were HOME when we heard Tony and ROVER on the radio breakfast show. It was ALL fabulous and iconic ❤ I'm 69 too and it brings home the fragility of Life itself. Just so sad but AWESOME to see Tony Blackburn. Greetings back to the Homelands ❤

[@martinsadler707]

Very sad , used to listen every day in my workshop. RIP Steve Wright.

[@janswimwild]

Rest in peace Steve Wright, your voice was a major part of my life for decades. You are treasured, thank you 🙏🏼❤️

[@londonroulette]

Like half of the UK listened to this brilliant and funny DJ in the 80s, he was radio!

[@jerrythegaffer]

RIP Steve Wright....................Steve Wright in the afternoon Kept myself and my colleagues entertained while doing a tedious job Operating Machinery in a dusty and dirty environment. We looked forward to the afternoons, with Sid " hello Boy" and the "geese" You deserved better from the BBC Steve. Sad News

[@leewatkeys9065]

What a loss to radio but also humanity. I remember when he was moved on from his afternoon show on R2 he was understanding of the decision but you could tell he was actually gutted despite keeping the Sunday show. Listened to him from his R1 early years through to his R2 afternoons and his replacements have never been as good. RIP Steve

[@ianwheeler7513]

I remember when Steve Wright joined Radio 2. So, with Terry Wogan in the morning and Steve Wright in the afternoon, it was the best lineup on Radio, Radio 2 were flying high. Both sorely missed, Brilliant people.

[@lewisbrown51]

Absolute Gold!!!! They were amazing

[@ianwheeler7513]

The sour note was Jeremy Vine came along to fill Jimmy Youngs slot if I remember correctly. My mother detested him, I kinda agreed.

[@garywright3523]

When I got engaged, my future mother in law phoned into Steve's Sunday love songs and asked for a song by Neil Diamond to celebrate the engagement. He played Love on the Rocks. I'm now happily divorced. Thanks Steve for my greatest anecdote. RIP.

[@comityofspiders]

A True Legend loved him, no other guy can take his placexxx💕💕💕💕

[@graemesaunderson4218]

Very sad to hear the news that Steve Write has passed away. He will be sadly missed by millions of us.

[@sazredd6037]

We listened to Steve every afternoon x shocked when he was replaced x loved Sunday love songs and so loved Steve Wright x very sad x our thoughts of sympathy go to his family x be so so proud xxxxx

[@kenkennedy5516]

From all the folks you kept sane with your show whilst we were at work…..RIP

[@steve61098]

Amen….

[@andrewmacleod5826]

No other dj like him,loved him for many many years...Part of my life really ....So gutted and upset at his passing 😪😔 such a shock.

[@robinabbott5781]

Working on building sites we always had Steve Wright on Inthe afternoon now you can't have radio on it's not pc. ,RIP Steve and the big show

[@darrenjones7607]

BBC radio is a sorry show without him . Steve helped me achieve my dreams and boosting my profile as a performer sharing one of my videos . Thankyou Steve for everything . God bless x