Harry Gration

Harry, an MBE, was the main presenter on BBC Yorkshire and worked for the BBC for more than 40 years.

The TV presenter, who was a father of six, was made an MBE for services to broadcasting in 2013. Journalist Harry was one of the main presenters for BBC Yorkshire. "We are absolutely heartbroken to give you this news.

BBC Yorkshire announced Harry's death on Twitter on Friday evening as the network paid tribute to their "much loved friend and colleague". Harry was best known ...

"I’ve been coming down here to Barnsley since I first started in 1981. The world is a sadder place today. #RIPHarry you’ll be missed." We all at Look North are absolutely devastated to give you this news. Running a 10K & I got injured, Harry ran passed me but said I’ll finish the run & come back for you. Amy's voice broke as she said: "As we close the programme tonight, I have some very sad news to share with you all.

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From the fun times with your intrepid weatherman Paul Hudson to the times when you fought our corner. And so it is with immense sadness that we must bring to you the news that Harry has died. Yorkshire has lost more than just a newsreader.

The BBC announced Mr Gration's death today (Friday) and stated “we are absolutely heartbroken.” In a tweet, they said: “Our much loved friend and colleague ...

- Get the latest Leeds Live news with our email newsletters However, he joined the BBC full-time in 1978 and later became an anchor for regional news programme Look North. The BBC announced Mr Gration’s death today (Friday) and stated “we are absolutely heartbroken.”

They also made the announcement at the end of tonight's BBC Look North programme. Journalist Harry was one of the main presenters for BBC Yorkshire. He was ...

Journalist Harry was one of the main presenters for BBC Yorkshire. He was originally a history teacher and then moved into TV. "We are absolutely heartbroken to give you this news. READ MORE: Mum calls out school's 'outrageous' blazer policy after pupils forced to wear them in sweltering heat

Bradford-born legendary broadcaster Harry Gration has died, it has been announced this evening. Harry passed away suddenly today at the age of 71, ...

They were always an assault on my county. Horrendous events such as the devastating news of Jo Cox’s death, the disastrous floods of recent times, the Bradford riots, Hillsborough, have always affected me. Harry joined the BBC in 1978 after working as a history teacher, and joined Look North in 1982, although he left for a spell working on BBC South Today in the 1990s. “He was a natural on the television and on radio, adored by our audiences, especially as the trusted face of Look North and South Today,” he added. Tonight our hearts go out to Harry's wife Helen, their children and all of Harry's family and friends. "Tonight our hearts go out to Harry's wife Helen, their children and all of Harry's family and friends."

Tributes have been flooding in for the BBC Look North presenter as his sudden death was announced today.

“Harry Gration MBE was one of the true broadcasting greats. The sad news of Harry's death at the age of 71 broke earlier tonight (Fri) and tributes have already started to pour in for the well-known presenter. He loved his job. He had a real connection with the public who saw him as one of their own. Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.” He loved his sport, especially cricket, and the craic when meeting other journalists. We worked together a lot in recent months and had great fun. Former Yorkshire Evening Post editor and launch editor of Yorkshire Live Neil Hodgkinson said: "Harry was very much the face of BBC local news in Yorkshire for decades able to seemlessly mix presenting serious news with the laid back charm of a magazine show. Mr Gration, who was 71-years-old, started presenting Look North in 1982. To me he is also a great friend. Harry was a true Yorkshire legend, a brilliant journalist and talented broadcaster. “Harry Gration MBE was an outstanding broadcaster and commentator.

Former BBC regional news presenter Harry Gration has died at the age of 71. The broadcaster became a Yorkshire institution after fronting the BBC's Look ...

She tweeted: “Harry was one of the kindest, most approachable people in journalism. Always had time for a chat. Channel 5 news presenter Dan Walker, who recently left his role on BBC Breakfast, tweeted: “Harry would often call to talk & once, I’d been hammered in the press for something, he called with the kindest & most helpful words of encouragement. Our thoughts are with Harry’s friends and families at this difficult time.” He cared. Horrendous events such as the devastating news of Jo Cox’s death, the disastrous floods of recent times, the Bradford riots, Hillsborough, have always affected me.

Legendary BBC presenter and football commentator Harry Gration has died at the age of 71, leaving his family 'absolutely heartbroken.'

‘I’ve been coming down here to Barnsley since I first started in 1981. He recalled receiving his MBE and his 2014 trip to Camp Bastion in Afghanistan as the highlights of his career. When his final programme aired in 2020, the host became visibly tearful, chatting with dear friend Sir Michael Parkinson and reminiscing on his work. The football pundit and presenter – best known for his work at BBC Yorkshire – joined the BBC in 1978 and Look North in 1982, and presented his final show in 2020. Gration was awarded an MBE for his services to broadcasting in the 2013 Birthday Honours after a lengthy career. Gration was 68-years-old at the time and his other half was 51.

Former BBC regional news presenter Harry Gration has died at the age of 71. The broadcaster became a Yorkshire institution after fronting the BBC's Look ...

She tweeted: “Harry was one of the kindest, most approachable people in journalism. Always had time for a chat. Channel 5 news presenter Dan Walker, who recently left his role on BBC Breakfast, tweeted: “Harry would often call to talk & once, I’d been hammered in the press for something, he called with the kindest & most helpful words of encouragement. Our thoughts are with Harry’s friends and families at this difficult time.” He cared. Horrendous events such as the devastating news of Jo Cox’s death, the disastrous floods of recent times, the Bradford riots, Hillsborough, have always affected me.

Tributes have been pouring in to the legendary broadcaster and York resident Harry Gration who has died suddenly. The 71-year-old became a Yorkshire ...

Even after retiring from the BBC, Harry led an active life. He has lived here for many years. Harry joined the BBC in 1978 after working as a history teacher, and joined Look North in 1982, although he left for a spell working on BBC South Today in the 1990s. “He was a natural on the television and on radio, adored by our audiences, especially as the trusted face of Look North and South Today. Born in Bradford, he moved to York with his father’s work, and was educated at St Peter’s School in the city. “He loved news, sport, his colleagues and fundraising for Children in Need and Comic Relief. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and everyone across the BBC who he worked with.”

VETERAN BBC regional news presenter Harry Gration, who lived in York, has died suddenly.

York-based BBC presenter Harry Gration was a much-loved Yorkshire institution. “Look North is a family and Harry has been at the heart of it for so long. Bradford-born Mr Gration joined the BBC in 1978 after working as a history teacher, and joined Look North in 1982, although he left for a spell working on BBC South Today in the 1990s. They were always an assault on my county. Horrendous events such as the devastating news of Jo Cox’s death, the disastrous floods of recent times, the Bradford Riots, Hillsborough, have always affected me. At the time of his retirement from broadcasting, Mr Gration said: “For the past four decades, it’s been a privilege to meet the people of the county I love.

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Veteran BBC news presenter of 30 years, Harry Gration, the former presenter of BBC Yorkshire's Look North news programme, has died 'suddenly' aged 71 today.

He was made an MBE for services to broadcasting in 2013. They were always an assault on my county. Loved everywhere, but especially in Yorkshire, he will be hugely missed by his many fans and friends. 'He had a real connection with the public who saw him as one of their own. 'We all at Look North are absolutely devastated to give you this news. Gration is pictured centre with Lesley Garrett, left, and Carol Vorderman, right

Tributes played to broadcaster who was 'loved everywhere, but especially in Yorkshire'

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The 71-year-old broadcaster's wife pays tribute to her husband, saying "he will forever be with us".

He presented his last show in 2020. In July 2011, he was awarded an honorary degree by the faculty of arts at Leeds Metropolitan University, and in 2013 he was named Man of the Year at the Yorkshire Awards. "He loved news, sport, his colleagues and fundraising for Children in Need and Comic Relief. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and everyone across the BBC who he worked with." "He was a natural on the television and on radio, adored by our audiences, especially as the trusted face of Look North and South Today. When he left the BBC in October 2020, the day before his 70th birthday, he said he had "always lived the story". Events such as the death of Jo Cox, the Bradford riots, the Hillsborough disaster and recent flooding in Yorkshire had "always affected me", he said.

Hundreds of people have paid tribute following the death of the former BBC Look North presenter. | ITV News Calendar.

He will be missed by many." Yorkshire will be a lesser place without him," he said. Thinking of you and Helen and the children." "He cared. This news will break many people's hearts." Carol Vorderman, who co-hosted Countdown in Leeds - the same city where Look North is broadcast - wrote on Twitter: "So sad.

Legendary Look North presenter Harry Gration has died aged 71, it was announced on Friday.

RIP a true Yorkshire Gentleman. Condolences to his family." My condolences to his family and friends." He was such a lovely man, always had a smile on his face." My profound condolences go to his family and friends at this desperate time & my heart felt for Amy when she broke down announcing the sad news. R.I.P Harry sending love and condolences to his family x" Vik McDonald said: "Oh no! He was a very fine and kind gentleman. Lisa McGauley said: "Met Harry a few times; mostly cricket related. Miriam Charnock said: "The epitome of many personable and envious attributes, understated, humorous, talented, quintessentially Yorkshire first , English man 2nd, humble and he loved cricket...... Richard Nicholson said: "Absolutely gutted to hear this desperately sad news. She said: "My dear friend Harry - a true Yorkshire legend We’ve had such fun together. My heart goes out to Helen @HeleGration, his lovely boys and all Harry’s loved ones xxx"

One of the BBC's best-loved veteran presenters has died suddenly aged 71. Harry Gration's former colleague at BBC Yorkshire, Amy Garcia, broke down live on ...

He was made a Member of the British Empire in 2013 for services to broadcasting. He presented his last show in 2020, retiring the day before his 70th birthday. He joined the BBC in 1978 and Look North in 1982.