Steve Wright's cause of death unknown as he dies just days after last radio appearance

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The cause of Steve Wright's death remains unknown after his sudden passing at the age of 69.The BBC Radio 2 DJ had made his last radio appearance just days before his family announced his death, with a heartfelt statement which read: "It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that we announce the passing of our beloved Steve Wright. "In addition to his son, Tom, and daughter, Lucy, Steve leaves behind his brother, Laurence and his father Richard. "Also, much-loved close friends and colleagues, and millions of devoted radio listeners who had the good fortune and great pleasure of allowing Steve into their daily lives as one of the UK's most enduring and popular radio personalities." Steve's friends and colleagues have been sharing emotional tributes to the radio star, with BBC Director General Tim Davie saying: "All of us at the BBC are heartbroken to hear this terribly sad news. "Steve was a truly wonderful broadcaster who has been a huge part of so many of our lives over many decades.

He continued: "He was the ultimate professional passionate about the craft of radio and deeply in touch with his listeners.This was deservedly recognised in the New Year Honours list with his MBE for services to radio. "No-one had more energy to deliver shows that put a smile on audiences' faces.They loved him deeply.

We are thinking of Steve and his family and will miss him terribly." And Radio 2 boss Helen Thomas said: "Steve understood the connection and companionship that radio engenders better than anyone, and we all loved him for it. "He was a consummate professional whose attention to detail was always second to none, and he made his guests laugh, he was fair, and he wanted to showcase them and their work in the best possible.