Western Morning News (Saturday)
On-air health scare for BBC presenter Fitz
A POPULAR BBC radio presenter is recovering after a health incident which saw him come off air and require hospital treatment.
BBC Radio Devon’s morning broadcast was interrupted on Thursday after reports presenter David Fitzgerald was ‘feeling under the weather’.
Best known as Fitz, David Fitzgerald presents the morning programme and was on air for only 30 minutes before Michael Chequer stood in. He told listeners: “It is Thursday morning, Michael Chequer in for David Fitzgerald who is feeling a little under the weather. He has left the studio to get himself checked out. He is absolutely fine, we will keep you updated and let you know. He will be back with you ASAP”.
Fitz took to Facebook later in the day to reassure fans that he was doing okay and wrote: “Just a little heart issue this morning, on the radio... thank you Derriford.”
Hundreds of fans took to social media to share their best wishes. Judith Stevens wrote: “Take care Fitz. All the very best to you for a speedy recovery”. Karen Barrett added: “Get well soon Fitz, wishing you a speedy recovery xx” While Matthew North said: “Hope you’re better soon Fitz.” Pam Castle added: “So sorry to hear that you have had a scare David, keep smiling and rest x.”
David Fitzgerald is a familiar voice – and face – beyond the South West, with a career that has spanned national broadcasting on television and radio, including presenting on Sky News where he covered major world events, ranging from the arrest of O.J. Simpson and the Oklahoma bombings to the death of Diana Princess of Wales.