Dale Winton dead at 62
Tributes as TV’s Dale dies at 62
TRIBUTES last night poured in for TV star Dale Winton who has died at the age of 62.
The former Supermarket Sweep host passed away at home yesterday.
His agent Jan Kennedy said: “It is with great sadness that we can confirm the passing of Dale Winton.” No further details were given.
Davina McCall led the tributes to the London-born presenter. She tweeted: “I am so sad to hear about Dale a lovely, warm, kind, sensitive soul with a touch of naughty.”
TV host Carol Vorderman said: “I’m so very shocked and sad to read the news about our Dale. He was a joy to be with.” Good Morning Britain host Piers Morgan posted: “RIP Dale. A warm, funny man & superb TV presenter.” Dale began his career as a DJ before joining local radio. His big TV break came in 1987 on Channel 4 with Dale’s Supermarket Sweep which ran until 2001. It was revived in 2007 for a short stint. He also fronted Family Fortunes and lottery show In It To Win It. Dale was last on our screens in February hosting Channel 5’s Florida Fly Drive. Before it aired he revealed he suffered from ill health, including shoulder and knee problems. He said: “I had about four surgeries.”