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BBC presenter dies - as co-stars pay tribute to legendary TV broadcaster


Former BBC foreign editor and correspondent Colin Chapman has died at the age of 87, with a number of co-stars paying tribute to the successful and long-time broadcaster.

Reports indicate that Colin faced health challenges in his later years, undergoing dialysis three times a week and being legally blind, according to the Daily Mail. The Australian Institute of International Affairs announced his death and praised him as an "erudite and careful thinker whose insights will be deeply missed" (Image: facebook)His reporting spanned significant events such as the Shah's regime in Iran, and he presented specials for the BBC on countries like Greece, South Africa, and Japan. Colin remained active in journalism, contributing to various Australian publications and establishing himself as a seasoned writer on politics and international affairs, reports the Daily Star.

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