Dickie Davies, who has died aged 94, was best known for anchoring World of Sport from 1968 until it came to an end in 1985.
Davies was best known for anchoring the ITV sports show from 1968 until it came to an end in 1985. The show, a mix of live sport including racing, wrestling and football results, competed with the BBC’s Grandstand.The news of Davies’ death was announced on behalf of his family by his former colleague Jim Rosenthal, who wrote on Twitter: “With huge sadness we announce Dickie Davies passed away this morning.“He is survived by a loving wife, two adoring sons, four grandkids and two beloved dogs.
Former Sky Sports presenter Richard Keys paid tribute to Davies on Twitter, writing: “Dickie Davies. A legend. It’s the end of that era. A kind man and brilliant broadcaster. RIP Dickie.” Gabby Logan called Davies “one of the very best”, while Sky Sports presenter Jeff Stelling tweeted: “Just learned of the death of the wonderful Dickie Davies who I grew up watching on World of Sport on ITV. One of my inspirations along with Des Lyman. A sports broadcasting legend.”
He moved to ITV’s new show World of Sport and was initially an understudy to Eamonn Andrews before becoming the main host in 1968.
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