BBC presenter Dave Llewellyn dies aged 57 as emotional daughter praises 'the most loving father'
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BBC radio presenter Dave Llewellyn has died aged 57 after more than 20 years on air.
Llewellyn worked as a travel presenter providing traffic updates in the north-east region, starting out as the “eye in the sky” reporter in a small plane above the area.
He worked as a producer on BBC Radio Tees for the last six years, most recently working on Gary Philipson’s daytime programme.
His daughter Amy said he was “incredibly modest and generous” and “always found time for friends and strangers alike”.
She said: “Outside of his work he loved his family and his music.
“His true talent shone through while he was playing his keyboards, synthesisers and bass.
“He was the most loving father and husband, always going out of his way to make us happy.
“He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him, especially our beloved dog Cupid who always saw a taste of his generosity, usually in the form of a shared sausage sandwich.”
Llewellyn’s BBC colleagues also paid tribute to the DJ.
Breakfast show host Amy Oakden said during her show: “I always remember Dave because he was just so kind and lovely. He was a legend.”
Producer Sarah Robinson joked about his fashion sense through tears.
“What do I say about Dave? Worst taste in shirts I have ever seen,” she said.
“But Dave was relentlessly cheerful and positive and never came into the office without having a smile on his face.”
BBC Radio Tees said: “We’re really sad to say that our brilliant colleague and friend, Dave Llewellyn, has passed away following a short illness.
“You may know Dave best as being the voice of traffic and travel in the region for more than 20 years, as well as co-presenting a popular gardening show on Sunday mornings before becoming an excellent producer at BBC Radio Tees.
“We send our love to his wife, Ange, his daughter, Amy and all of his friends and family. You’ll be missed, Dave.”
Llewellyn leaves behind his daughter Amy, his wife Ange and their dog Cupid.