BBC presenter Nick Sheridan dies suddenly, aged 32, as shocked colleagues pay tribute to ‘talented’ journalist

TRIBUTES have flooded in for a "funny, clever and kind" presenter and author following his sudden death.

BBC Scotland today announced the passing of broadcaster Nick Sheridan, who died at the age of 32.

Tributes have flooded in for the BBC broadcaster this morning

Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon described the "horrible and senseless" lossCredit: instagram

Friends and colleagues remembered the "funny, clever and kind" journalist

In a statement, Head of News and Current Affairs Gary Smith said: "Nick has been a wonderful colleague.

"He was a hugely talented journalist, presenter and author – and one of those rare people who light up the lives of everyone around them.

"Our hearts go out to his parents, to his partner and to all his family and friends".

The broadcaster famously got the giggles in 2017 while live on STV News.

He was reading a story about a nude pensioner and his wife who went on a late-night rampage at a plush Perthshire hotel.

The award-winning presenter wrote a number of children's books about journalism.

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Pal Connor Gillies said: "A uniquely talented broadcaster, writer and journalist but above all a throughout decent, funny, thoughtful pal who was great fun.

"An absolute pleasure knowing Nick. He thought of everyone before himself.

"Will forever remember the outrageous antics on a night out."

TV and radio presenter Amy Irons said: "Absolutely devastated. The world has lost one of its brightest human beings and journalism has lost one of the most talented people I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with.

"We are all going to miss you so much Nick."

Former First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon wrote on X, formerly Twitter: "So terribly sad to read this. It is truly awful. Nick was young, talented, vivacious, and full of potential.

"What a horrible, senseless loss. My thoughts are with his family, colleagues and many friends."

Siobhan Synnot put: "Very sad news that BBC Scotland presenter and children's author Nick Sheridan has died.

"Nick was a bright spot in any studio and an enthusiastic interviewer on air.

"Love and sympathy to his friends, family, and colleagues."

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