Steve Wright’s touching final radio show saw BBC legend share his favourite love songs ahead of Valentine’s Day

A BBC Radio 2 legend who tragically died had been on air just days ago sharing his favourite love songs.

Steve Wright passed away aged 69, his heartbroken family announced today.

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Veteran presenter Steven Wright has tragically died
Wright, pictured in 1980, had been on air for decades
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Wright, pictured in 1980, had been on air for decadesCredit: Rex

The veteran presented in the Afternoon for 12 years on Radio 1 and a further 23 years on Radio 2.

His last show was on Sunday, as he pre-recorded a Valentine's Day special of his Love Songs programme.

There, Wright shared his favourite romantic tunes, set to play tomorrow.

During the show the legend signed off saying: "I'll be back for more love songs next Sunday.

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"Ta-ta then."

His Sunday Love Songs show "brought joy to millions of listeners", Helen Thomas, Head of Radio 2, said this afternoon.

On his final show, Wright welcomed listeners in his usual cheery way - singing along to the tunes.

He went on to say the two-hour show would be made up of "the greatest love songs of all time".

Wright was his happy self, joking that he and others on the show slow-danced in the kitchen.

The star's family today announced the legend's death.

His mourning loved ones said: "It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that we announce the passing of our beloved Steve Wright.

"In addition to his son, Tom, and daughter, Lucy, Steve leaves behind his brother, Laurence and his father Richard.

"Also, much-loved close friends and colleagues, and millions of devoted radio listeners who had the good fortune and great pleasure of allowing Steve into their daily lives as one of the UK's most enduring and popular radio personalities.

"As we all grieve, the family requests privacy at this immensely difficult time."