Annie Nightingale dead updates — Tributes flood in for Radio 1 DJ following death aged 83

Did Annie have any children?

Annie shared two children, Alex and Lucy, with her first husband Gordon Thomas.

She was also married to actor Binky Baker but the pair later divorced.

BBC One Radio pays tribute

The station said: "BBC Radio 1 is extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Radio 1 DJ, Annie Nightingale CBE.

"Our deepest condolences are with Annie’s friends and family at this incredibly difficult time.

"Rest in peace, Annie."

Annie was the first female presenter

In 1970 Annie Nightingale became the first female presenter on BBC Radio 1.

The DJ specialised in supporting underground music.

Annie was also the station's longest-serving broadcaster.

Family release statement

Annie passed away at home in London following a "short illness".

Her family 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.

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

"Watching Annie do this on television in the 1970s, most famously as a presenter on the BBC music show The Old Grey Whistle Test or hearing her play the latest breakbeat techno on Radio One is testimony to someone who never stopped believing in the magic of rock 'n' roll."