Broadcaster Alan Whicker dies
Broadcaster Alan Whicker, whose distinguished TV career stretched nearly 60 years, has died at the age of 87 after suffering from bronchial pneumonia, his spokeswoman said
Michael Palin heralds 'great character' Alan Whicker
Michael Palin has described Alan Whicker as "a great character, a great traveller and an excellent reporter".
Palin, who has taken up the mantle of travel documentary filmmaker from Whicker, added, "He was absolutely at the top of his game in front of the camera”.
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