Sir Michael Parkinson, one of Britain’s most celebrated broadcasters and talk show hosts, has died at the age of 88. 

Watch Michael Parkinson's early career moments at Granada Television

The chat show host interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest names throughout his illustrious career.

Broadcaster Sir Michael Parkinson dies aged 88

Former cricket umpire Dickie Bird and Sir Michael Parkinson became lifelong friends after having trials for Yorkshire Cricket.

Dickie Bird tells of final 'goodbyes' on day Michael Parkinson died

Sir Michael’s chat show career reaches back more than 50 years and he became a familiar face due to the intimate nature of his interviews with huge stars.

 Sir Michael Parkinson’s most memorable interviews

Michael Parkinson has said the BBC made "mistakes" over the Jimmy Savile abuse case, but asks why the DJ was given access to schools.


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Watch Michael Parkinson's early career moments at Granada Television

Broadcaster Sir Michael Parkinson dies aged 88

Dickie Bird tells of final 'goodbyes' on day Michael Parkinson died

Sir Michael Parkinson’s most memorable interviews

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