Johnnie Walker's wife breaks silence on BBC Radio 2 star's death in heartbreaking statement

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Johnnie Walker's wife has paid an emotional tribute to the much-loved BBC Radio legend following his tragic passing on December 31 after a lengthy illness.

His close friend and colleague at BBC Radio 2, Bob Harris, broke the sorrowful news on air. Johnnie aired his final "The Rock Show" on Friday, October 25, and his last "Sounds of the 70s" broadcast was on October 27.

In the wake of his death, his heartbroken wife, Tiggy, issued a touching statement expressing her enormous pride in her late husband: "I couldn't be more proud of Johnnie - how he kept broadcasting almost to the end and with what dignity and grace he coped with his debilitating lung disease.

He remained his charming, humorous self to the end, what a strong amazing man. It has been a rollercoaster ride from start to finish." She poignantly added: "And if I may say - what a day to go.