BBC Radio 2 and Virgin Radio presenter Pete Mitchell dies after collapsing near his home



Tributes paid to BBC Radio 2 and Virgin Radio presenter Pete Mitchell who has died after collapsing near his home in Stockport

Former BBC Radio 2 presenter Pete Mitchell has died, the station has announced.

A statement on Twitter said: ‘We are saddened to hear of the passing of the much respected music radio presenter Pete Mitchell, who has worked on both BBC Radio 2 and 6 Music. Our thoughts today are with Pete’s friends and family.’

Responding to the news, BBC Radio 6 Music presenter Chris Hawkins said: ‘Pete Mitchell was not only a brilliant and passionate DJ but he was a really honest bloke and a lovely, supportive person. He will be missed by so many.’

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