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BBC wildlife presenter dies aged 95 as heartbroken colleagues pay tribute to 'legend'


Former BBC wildlife TV presenter, author and naturalist Tony Soper has died at the age of 95, it has been confirmed. His colleagues have taken to social media to pen tributes

The respected former BBC wildlife TV presenter, author, and naturalist sadly passed away at the grand age of 95. During his illustrious career, he graced television screens as a wildlife camera operator, film producer, and presented various shows such as 'Birdwatch' and 'Beside the Sea'. Echoing Stephen's sentiments, Lorraine Kelly shared his message and added her own fond memories, saying: "On one of my very first shows presenting on TVam - this wonderful kind man came on to talk about his book on OWLS.

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