BBC radio DJ Paul Gambaccini diagnosed with Alzheimer's
Summary
Paul Gambaccini, a veteran BBC radio DJ, has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2025. He will continue hosting his shows on BBC Radio 2 and Greatest Hits Radio while sharing updates about his condition.Key Facts
- Paul Gambaccini is 77 years old and was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2025.
- He is a presenter on BBC Radio 2 and Greatest Hits Radio and plans to keep working.
- BBC Radio 2 expressed support and sent best wishes to him.
- Gambaccini has a long career in radio, starting in 1973 with BBC Radio 1.
- He has presented on multiple BBC radio stations and was a founding presenter of Classic FM.
- He was inducted into the Radio Academy Hall of Fame in 2005.
- Gambaccini has been open about his diagnosis and grateful for public support.
- The Alzheimer's Society highlights his story as an example that life can continue after a dementia diagnosis.
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