The media world is mourning the loss of two prominent figures under tragic circumstances. Councillor Abdul Sattar, a respected colleague and friend, has passed away suddenly, leaving many struggling to come to terms with the shocking news overnight. Meanwhile, former Radio 2 DJ Steve Wright, aged 69, has also died unexpectedly. Wright was reportedly in talks with the BBC for a comeback just weeks before his death and was said to be 'very excited' about the possibility. However, his publicist revealed that Wright had been deeply affected by the BBC's decision to replace him with Scott Mills, leading to claims that he 'died of a broken heart'. The BBC has been criticized for what has been described as 'scandal' treatment of Wright, with accusations of 'institutionally ageist'.
Steve Wright's Publicist: ‘He died of a broken heart’ BBC SHAMED for ‘scandal’ treatment of beloved radio star Steve Wright, after corporation branded 'institutionally ageist'. @MrMarkDolan https://t.co/eR1KgnOhUu
The former Radio 2 DJ died unexpectedly aged 69 on Monday with his publicist telling the press that he had been broken-hearted by the BBC’s decision to replace him with Scott Mills: https://t.co/u0L7WOZgoQ https://t.co/U1FYUp0uMn
Steve Wright 'very excited' and was plotting BBC comeback days before death https://t.co/NIHtEQa7OF
Steve Wright was 'in talks' with BBC just weeks before tragic death https://t.co/p42GFb3643
Today we are struggling to come to terms with the shocking news overnight of the sudden passing of our dear friend and colleague, Councillor Abdul Sattar. Some further words from myself below. https://t.co/DJwS7FdMbO