Steve Wright age at death: How old was Steve Wright when he died?

Stephen Richard Wright MBE was an English disc jockey, radio personality, and occasional television presenter, credited with introducing the morning zoo format on British radio, known for its zany, multi-personality approach.

Steve Wright’s age at death: How old was Steve Wright when he died?

Wright’s death was announced by his family on 13 February 2024; he was 69 years old. He had most recently been on the air on Sunday (11 February) hosting a pre-recorded Valentine’s Day edition of his Love Songs program.

Steve Wright was made an MBE in the New Year’s Honours list at the start of 2024. No details of Steve Wright’s cause of death have been made public. He is reported to have several allergies – including to penicillin and was on a weight loss journey. At his heaviest Wright weighed 18 stone and had been trying to achieve 12 stone.

Sara Cox and Radio 2 presenters fight back tears after Steve Wright’s death. Sara Cox fought back tears as she spoke about the news of Steve Wright’s death live on BBC Radio 2. The 49-year-old DJ paid an emotional tribute to her late colleague as she told listeners of his sudden death at the age of 69.