Annie Nightingale cause of death: What happened to Annie Nightingale?

Annie Avril Nightingale CBE was an English radio and television broadcaster. She was the first female presenter on BBC Radio 1 in 1970. Nightingale specialized in championing new and underground music, she also led the movement and encouraged other women to become DJs and broadcasters.

Annie Nightingale’s cause of death: What happened to Annie Nightingale?

Veteran BBC Radio 1 presenter Annie Nightingale has died, aged 83.

The radio star, who was the station’s first-ever female presenter, died on Thursday (11 January) following a short illness, according to her family, who said in a statement: “Annie was a pioneer, trailblazer and an inspiration to many. Her impulse to share that enthusiasm with audiences remained undimmed after six decades of broadcasting on BBC TV and radio globally.”

They continued: “Never underestimate the role model she became. Breaking down doors by refusing to bow down to sexual prejudice and male fear encouraged generations of young women who, like Annie, only wanted to tell you about an amazing tune they had just heard.