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The veteran radio presenter said it made her feel sick to see the broadcaster pay tribute to the legendary DJ after a schedule shake-up last year saw Scott Mills take over his afternoon slot.

Noel Edmonds appeared live via New Zealand on Wednesday's This Morning to pay tribute to Steve Wright after the BBC Radio 2 legend's death, which was announced on Tuesday

Radio presenter Ken Bruce has led tributes to BBC Radio 2 broadcaster Steve Wright after his death aged 69.

Steve Wright, who presented programmes for the BBC, was found dead in London on Monday morning.

From helping nurses de-stress to giving advice to would-be DJs, Guardian readers remember the Radio 2 star whose humour and humanity lit up Britain

The veteran presenters passing was announced on Tuesday afternoon, prompting an outpouring of emotional tributes from stars and fellow BBC Radio presenters.

Steve Wright was planning to meet up with his pal Ken Bruce for a celebratory lunch prior to his shock death.

The radio DJs family announced yesterday with deep sorrow and profound regret that he had died on Monday, aged 69.

Wednesday’s front pages…

DERMOT O'Leary's voice cracked and he looked emotional while paying a heartfelt tribute to his friend Steve Wright following his shock death aged 69.T