Radio 4 presenter dies of cancer
BBC Radio 4 presenter Steve Hewlett has died at the age of 58.
The broadcaster died in the company of his family at London’s Royal Marsden Hospital while listening to the music of Bob Dylan following a battle with cancer.
The news was confirmed by Radio 4’s Eddie Mair during his evening programme yesterday.
In a statement, Hewlett’s family said: “Over the last year, we have been overwhelmed by the support of friends, colleagues and Radio 4 listeners. The messages helped Steve enormously, especially over the last few months. The Royal Marsden have been amazing throughout the journey and we are indebted to all the wonderful staff there.
“We’d like to thank Eddie and all the PM listeners, and if people are still keen to help, then we’d like all donations to go towards the brilliant care the Marsden provide.”
Hewlett was diagnosed with cancer of the oesophagus in March last year.