BBC broadcaster Edward Stourton dies aged 68
Summary
Edward Stourton, a broadcaster and journalist known for his work with BBC Radio 4 and other news programs, has died at age 68. He had been diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2014 and passed away surrounded by family.Key Facts
- Edward Stourton was a presenter on several BBC programs, including Today, The World At One, and Sunday.
- He was born in Lagos, Nigeria, and began his career with Channel 4 News in 1982.
- Stourton worked as a Washington correspondent and diplomatic editor, covering major global events such as the Gulf War and the end of the Soviet Union.
- He joined the BBC in 1988, left for ITN, then returned to the BBC in 1993.
- He hosted his own Radio 4 phone-in show called Call Ed Stourton and contributed to programs like Panorama.
- Stourton wrote several books, including a memoir in 2023 where he disclosed his cancer diagnosis.
- His last book, Made in America (2025), discusses US history and the presidency of Donald Trump.
- He is survived by his wife Fiona and four children.
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