Danny Kelly, former BBC radio presenter, dies aged 69

Former BBC radio presenter Danny Kelly has died aged 69, with broadcasters and Tottenham Hotspur issuing tributes on Wednesday. He had stepped back from his long-term role at Talksport after being diagnosed with throat cancer in March.

Kelly presented a radio sports show on BBC London before joining Talksport in 2007 and worked for the BBC until 2007. He was previously editor of the New Musical Express and Q magazine.

Talksport paid tribute to him on Wednesday, calling him a "much-loved friend" and a "broadcasting titan". They said: "A true legend of the station, Danny had time for everyone and went out of his way to be kind," and added: "His genuine warmth and incredible passion for broadcasting will be sorely missed by all of us."

Talksport also said: "A cherished part of Talksport for so many years, Danny brought extraordinary wit, warmth and knowledge to our airwaves. His passion for football, music and life was infectious, and his kindness touched everyone around him."

Kelly also presented BBC radio shows in the 1990s with Danny Baker, who described him as a "great friend, supreme broadcaster and funniest man I ever knew".

A lifelong Tottenham fan, Kelly was described by the club as "one of our own". The club added: "Our thoughts and love are with his family and friends at this incredibly sad time. Rest in peace, Danny."

Colleagues at Talksport and Tottenham offered condolences to his family and friends following his decision to step back from broadcasting after the March diagnosis.