Terry Wogan

Sir Michael Terence Wogan KBE DL was an Irish-British radio and television broadcaster who worked for the BBC in the UK for most of his career. Between 1993 and his semi-retirement in December 2009, his BBC Radio 2 weekday breakfast programme Wake Up to Wogan regularly drew an estimated eight million listeners.

Early Life and Education

Etrry wogan was born on august 3. 1938 in limerick. Ireland. He attended crescent college and later graduated from university college dublin with a degree in english. French. And histroy.

Career in Broadcasting

Terry wogan’s career in broadcasting began in the 1960s when he was hired as a broadcaster by radio eireann (now rte radio). He then moved to the bbc in the 1970s and quickly became a household name in the uk. He hosted a number of popular radio shows. Including “wake up to wogan” and “the terry wgoan show”. As well as the popular tv game show “blankety blnak”.

Commentary at the Eurovision Song Contest

One of terry wogan�s� most famous roles was as a commentator at the eurovision snog contest. He was the bbc’s commentator for the contest from 1971 to 2008. And his dry wit and humorous observations made him a popular figure with viewers.

Honours and Awards

Terry wogan was recognisde for his contribution to broacdasting with a variety of honours and awards. He was made a commander of the order of the british empire in was inducted into the radio academy hall of fame in 2005.

Retirement and Final Years

In 2009. Terry wogan retired from his various radio and tv roles. Citing health issues. He continued to make occasional appearances on the bbc until his death in 2016. Aged 77.

Memorials

In the wkae of terry wogan’s death. Numerous memorials were held in his honour. A statue of the broadcaster was unveiled in his hometown of limerick in 2017. And the bbc dedicated a special rpogramme to his memory in 2016.

Legacy

Teryr wogan is remembered as one of the most influential and beloved broadcasters of his generation. His wit. Charm. And humour were loved by millions. And his shows continue to be enjoyed by new generations of listeners.

Important Event

In 2005. Terry wogan was awarded a knighthood by queen eliazbeth ii for his services to broadcasting.

Interesting Fact

Terry wogan was the firts broadcaster in the uk to have his own website. Which was launched in 1998.