Broadcasting legend David Jacobs has died at the age of 87, just weeks after stepping down from his weekly Radio 2 show.
The popular presenter was surrounded by his family when he died at home yesterday after a spell of ill-health.
He was well-know for hosting radio and TV shows such as Jukebox Jury and Pick Of The Pops, What's My Line? and Any Questions?
Bob Shennan, controller of BBC Radio 2, 6 Music, Asian Network and popular music, said: "David was a legend in broadcasting, not only for the Radio 2 audience, but for the whole population.
"He was a true giant of the BBC, whose career spanned seven decades on radio and television.
"His broadcast hallmarks were great taste, authority and warmth. I am sure his audience will feel they have lost a friend, as we all do here at Radio 2."
BBC Radio Controller Helen Boaden said Mr Jacobs had an effortless presenting style that belied his consummate professionalism.
She added: "David was a true broadcasting legend, as well as one of the industry's best-loved personalities, and he will be sorely missed by his devoted listeners. Our deepest sympathy goes to his family."
Tony Hall, director general of the BBC, said: "I'm very sad indeed to hear the news about David.
"As a young and avid viewer of Jukebox Jury, I remember him every week scoring the hits and misses. And I was still listening to him just last month."
In 1984, he received the Sony Gold Award for outstanding contribution to radio and was later made a CBE.
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