US EditionRadio 1 DJ who was last person to interview John Lennon dies at 76
- Andy Peebles, a former Radio 1 DJ known for interviewing John Lennon, has passed away at the age of 76, as confirmed by his family.
- He worked at BBC Radio 1 from 1978 to 1992 and hosted shows like My Top Twelve and Top of the Pops during that time.
- Peebles maintained a friendship with Yoko Ono after Lennon's death.
- His former colleague Mike Read expressed sadness, saying he was 'devastated' by Peebles' passing and praised his knowledge of music.
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Former Radio 1 DJ and presenter Andy Peebles dies, aged 76
Former BBC Radio 1 DJ and presenter Andy Peebles has died, aged 76. Peebles, who was one of the last people to interview John Lennon before the late Beatle‘s murder in 1980, hosted a number of shows on Top Of The Pops in the 1970s and 80s. He was also one of the presenters to appear at Wembley Stadium for the legendary Live Aid concert in 1985, introducing artists including David Bowie and Spandau Ballet. Former Radio 1 presenter Mike Read was o…
BBC Radio 1 DJ dies just before starting new job as colleagues share heartbreak - Birmingham Live
BBC Radio 1 DJ and former Top of the Pops host Andy Peebles has died at the age of 76, with his colleagues and friends sharing their sadness at the loss of the broadcaster
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Wales OnlineRadio 1 DJ who was last person to interview John Lennon dies at 76
He spoke to Lennon and Yoko Ono in New York two days before the former Beatle was shot dead
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