Veteran film critic Barry Norman has died at the age of 83

Veteran film critic Barry Norman has died at the age of 83

Postby dutchman » Sat Jul 01, 2017 2:01 pm

He was the longest-running host of BBC One's Film series

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Veteran film critic and journalist Barry Norman has sadly passed away at the age of 83.

His daughters, Samantha and Emma, confirmed the news in a statement (via BBC News) that read: "He had a great life, a wonderful marriage and an enviable career.

"He leaves behind a family who adore him and a great roster of friends who love him too. We will miss him more than we can say."

His literary agent, Curtis Brown, called Norman "the defining voice of film criticism and insightful interviewing of screen legends from both sides of the camera".

BBC director general Tony Hall called him "first-class", adding: "Film buffs always found his programmes essential viewing. He dominated broadcasting about films for a generation with wit and great knowledge.

"He will be greatly missed and our thoughts are with his family and friends."

Barry Norman hosted the BBC One Film series between 1972 and 1998, the show's longest-running host. Jonathan Ross and Claudia Winkleman have helmed the show since.
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