Radio legend dies aged 79 as stars pay tribute - 'He was an inspiration'

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Radio legend Wally Scott has died aged 79, with friend and fellow broadcaster Billy Butler leading heartbroken tributes. Wally Scott was a well-known radio host, particularly in Merseyside, where he was recognised for his participation in the radio quiz show 'Hold Your Plums', with DJ Billy Butler.The best pals and broadcaster also had their own show called the 'Billy and Wally Show'.

Billy posted an emotional tribute to his longtime friend and colleague on social media. He said: "It is with deep regret and much sadness that I have to announce the passing of my close friend and colleague Wally Scott who passed away peacefully yesterday morning after a very long illness." "Wally was my friend and work mate for over 40 years on radio and TV he had careers in journalism with one of Liverpool's biggest news agency's he also worked on Radio City, Radio Merseyside, Magic FM and briefly on Liverpool Live with me.

He was an inspiration to work with and a huge influence on my career." He continued: "Our bond ran deep - we never had a cross word and we had the best chemistry together always laughing.

And as well as our radio shows we did over 60 Billy and Wally TV shows together and 58 sold out Pontins shows as well as many theatre shows at the Empire, Floral Pavilion, Philharmonic and not forgetting our pantomimes together, where Wally would live in fear of my antics!. "I am so grateful for having met him and having him in my life and I will miss him so dearly.