BBC Countryfile presenters now - cameraman romance, cancer, legal row and hit music

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BBC programme Countryfile has been staple family viewing for over 34 years since it's launch on July 24, 1988.The show, which focuses on the issues, people and places in the heart of the British countryside has delighted generations of viewers in the past four decades.It has also been presented by a whole host of huge names from the world of television, including former The One Show presenter Matt Baker and Newsround legend John Craven, along with famous documentary makers and children's TV royalty.READ NEXT: Where BBC Watchdog hosts are now - Feud rumours, co-star romance and tragic deathsAs Countryfile celebrates its 34th anniversary, Daily Star takes a look at where some former presenters are now.Michael Collie was one of the original Countryfile hosts, presenting the popular BBC programme between 1989-1995.After starting his career on BBC West Midlands, he also presented radio programmes including Today, and continues to broadcast across the network.He also landed leading presenting roles on Top Gear, Telly Addicts and Paddles Up during his career too, but primarily works for BBC West Midlands.However, Michael also leads a music career outside of broadcasting, scripting and hosting concerts for the London Philharmonic Orchestra and City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra.Although Michael tends to keep his personal life private, it is known that the presenter has four children and lives with his wife in Worcestershire - along with owning a number of animals including a hamster, two cats and chickens.He is also a classic car enthusiast, according to his profile on the BBC website.Miriam O' Reilly was another of the original Countryfile hosts, presenting the programme for over 20 years from 1988-2009.Prior to Countryfile,.