Former World Of Sport presenter Dickie Davies has died at the age of 94.
Davies is best known for fronting the ITV show between 1968 and its end in 1985.
He also covered the Seoul Olympics in 1988 for ITV before joining Eurosport.
Davies’ former colleague Jim Rosenthal announced the death on behalf of Davies’ family.
He wrote on Twitter: “With huge sadness we announce Dickie Davies passed away this morning.
“So proud of his 20 years of World of Sport, three Olympic Games and a brilliant career on the telly.
“He is survived by a loving wife, two adoring sons, four grandkids and two beloved dogs.
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“Would appreciate some privacy as we mourn and celebrate his life.
“Dickie was a wonderful friend and colleague… RIP DD.”
Former Sky Sports presenter Richard Keys added his tribute, writing on Twitter: “Dickie Davies. A legend.
“It’s the end of that era.
“A kind man and brilliant broadcaster.
“RIP Dickie.”
