Tributes paid as radio DJ Jamie Crick dies, aged 57

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pic.twitter.com/G2rkPsS15x— Jazz FM (@jazzfm) August 29, 2023Crick started at Classic FM in 1994, presenting at the station for two decades before moving to the Jazz FM breakfast show and eventually the drivetime show.In 2001, he launched the UK’s first LGBTQ+ radio station, Gaydar Radio.Paying tribute online, DJ Simon Bates wrote: “So very sad to learn that Jamie Crick has died.

When I first started at Classic FM, Jamie was a fund of support, kindness and good humour.”So very sad to learn that Jamie Crick has died.

When I first started at Classic FM, Jamie was a fund of support, kindness and good humour. My deepest sympathies to Tim— Simon Bates (@SimonBatesUK) August 29, 2023Jason Rosam of BBC Radio London added: “Saddened beyond words to hear of the passing of my friend and mentor Jamie Crick.“He gave me my first job in radio and his wisdom, guidance, and unwavering support shaped me in ways I can’t express.

Forever grateful for the moments shared and the lessons learned. RIP Jamie.”In a separate tweet, he shared a recording of him paying tribute to Crick on air and wrote: “Jamie Crick is the reason I’m lucky enough to be on the radio every morning.”.