TRIBUTES for Johnnie Walker poured in yesterday after friend and colleague Bob Harris announced his death while presenting the DJ's former show, Sounds of the 70s.
The veteran radio presenter, 79, hosted his final show on BBC Radio 2 in October and retired from his other programme, The Rock Show, because of ill health.
His death followed a battle with lung disease.
Johnnie's wife, Tiggy, said: "I couldn't be more proud of Johnnie - how he kept broadcasting almost to the end and with what dignity and grace he coped with his debilitating lung disease. He remained his charming, humorous self to the end, what a strong amazing man. It has been a rollercoaster ride from start to finish.
"And if I may say - what a day to go. He'll be celebrating New Year's Eve with a stash of great musicians in heaven. One year on from his last live show. God bless that extraordinary husband of mine who is now in a place of peace."
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