Janice Long, the first woman to have her own daily show on the BBC’s Radio 1, died at home on Christmas Day. She was 66 and had what was described as a “short illness,” according to reports.Long has hosted BBC Radio Wales‘ evening show since 2017.
Her five-decade career was instrumental in championing the early careers of some of pop music’s biggest stars, including Amy Weinhouse, whom Long granted her first radio session.
Long was also the first regular female host of the TV show Top of the Pops, and was one of the main presenters of the Live Aid charity concert in 1985.BBC director general Tim Davie described her as a “stellar presenter” who was loved across the industry.Long’s career included hosting shows across BBC stations, as well as
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