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Metro
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Blue Peter editor Biddy Baxter dies aged 92
Legendary television producer Biddy Baxter, who is best known for her work on Blue Peter, has died at the age of 92. Baxter's death was announced by Ten Acre Films on Facebook, with a post that paid tribute to Baxter as a 'true pioneer'. 'We are sad to report that longtime Blue Peter Editor Biddy Baxter has died at the age of 92. 'We salute a true pioneer, who navigated changing times in the television industry with instinct, tenacity and style.' No cause of death was announced. Baxter produced the long-running BBC TV children's magazine show for decades between 1965 and 1988, creating the original format that is still in place today. Her final programme in the role of editor aired on June 27, 1988. In the 1981 New Year Honours, Baxter was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire, in recognition of her work as editor of Blue Peter. She received her MBE from The Queen at Buckingham Palace in February 1981. Her close friends and former coworkers have been paying tribute to the star. More Trending Adrian Mills said on X: 'Very sorry to hear that my former colleague Biddy Baxter, the formidable legend of BBC Children's TV, has died. I last saw her a few years ago when we bumped into each other near Broadcasting House. She was on good form. RIP Biddy.' Broadcaster Matthew Sweet said: 'My Biddy Baxter memory: enlisting her Boudica-like power to argue our way into a crematorium where a mutual friend was to be sent off with no-one in attendance. I took the service and pressed the button. Afterwards the entire congregation went back to her place in one taxi. RIP.' My Biddy Baxter memory: enlisting her Boudica-like power to argue our way into a crematorium where a mutual friend was to be sent off with no-one in attendance. I took the service and pressed the button. Afterwards the entire congregation went back to her place in one taxi. RIP. — Matthew Sweet (@DrMatthewSweet) August 10, 2025 View More » Documentary maker Chris Chapman said: 'Sad to hear of the death of the iconic & influential Biddy Baxter. I got to work with her on our 'Who Peter' film back in 2009 and she was entirely fascinating. In her career, she pushed hard, suffered no fools, but created an incredible legacy with her vision of Blue Peter. RIP' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: George Harrison and Eric Clapton collaborator Bobby Whitlock dies aged 77 MORE: British TV legend Ray Brooks, best known as voice of Mr Benn, dies aged 86 MORE: Inside Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock's relationship as talent manager dies aged 48
Daily Mirror
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
BBC Breakfast hosts pay tribute to 'TV legend' as they announce tragic news live on air
Sarah Campbell was presenting Monday's instalment of BBC Breakfast alongside Jon Kay, with the duo bringing TV viewers some 'sad news' BBC Breakfast presenter Sarah Campbell made a 'sad' announcement during Monday's (11 August) episode of the show. She and co-host Jon Kay revealed news of a public figure's passing. Sarah teamed up with Jon to present Monday's BBC Breakfast, with the host stepping in for regular presenter Sally Nugent. Halfway through the programme, Sarah and Jon broke the news of Joan 'Biddy' Baxter's passing, with a special tribute to the former Blue Peter producer being broadcast. "Some sad news this morning because the pioneering BBC television producer Biddy Baxter has died at the age of 92," Sarah informed BBC audiences. Jon continued: "For more than a quarter of a century, she was in charge of Blue Peter, devising the format which turned it into the most successful children's programme on television." He then passed over to the BBC's arts correspondent, David Sillito, who offered additional details about Biddy's career whilst various clips and images of the late star were displayed. After the heartfelt tribute, Sarah and Jon reminisced about Blue Peter and discussed Biddy's legacy, reports the Express. "What a legend of children's television. That programme, when I was growing up, it was all about Blue Peter," Sarah remarked, with Jon responding: "It really was, wasn't it? And, just that name, at the end of every episode, Biddy Baxter. You'd see it on the telly, wouldn't you?" Sarah disclosed she'd once posted a drawing to Blue Peter, whilst Jon boasted about how he earned a Blue Peter badge. Wrapping up the segment, Jon remarked about Biddy: "She was absolutely ahead of her time." Sarah concurred: "She really was, and she was in control of that programme." Jon continued, "Yes, presenters talking about living in fear of hearing her heels going down the steps into the studio to brief them between items!" Word of Biddy's passing emerged on Sunday, 10 August, with a statement posted on Facebook by Ten Acre Films, which released her biography last year. The message stated: "We are sad to report that longtime Blue Peter Editor Biddy Baxter has died at the age of 92. We salute a true pioneer, who navigated changing times in the television industry with instinct, tenacity, and style." Biddy was renowned for serving as Blue Peter's editor, taking charge in 1962 and transforming the TV programme into a beloved staple.
The Sun
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Biddy Baxter dead: Blue Peter legend dies aged 92 as tributes pour in to ‘formidable' BBC editor
BLUE Peter legend Biddy Baxter has died aged 92. The star, who was behind the iconic BBC children's show, died on August 10. 3 3 3 The tragic news was confirmed on Facebook by Ten Acre Films who published her biography last year. A statement read: "We are sad to report that longtime Blue Peter Editor Biddy Baxter has died at the age of 92. "We salute a true pioneer, who navigated changing times in the television industry with instinct, tenacity and style," they wrote. No cause of death has been given. Biddy first joined the BBC as a studio manager in 1955 before later joining Blue Peter in November 1962. Amongst her many accolades she was awarded an MBE in the 1981 New Year Honours list. In November 2013, she was the recipient of the Special Award at the BAFTA Children's Awards.
