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Ground Force and Homes Under the Hammer star Tommy Walsh dies aged 69

Ground Force and Homes Under the Hammer star Tommy Walsh dies aged 69

Summary

Tommy Walsh, the professional builder and TV presenter known for Ground Force and Homes Under the Hammer, has died aged 69. His agent said he died peacefully after a long illness, surrounded by his family.

Key Facts

  • Walsh starred on the BBC gardening show Ground Force with Alan Titchmarsh and Charlie Dimmock from 1997 to 2005.
  • He joined Homes Under the Hammer in 2021.
  • His other programmes included Clean It, Fix It, Cowboys and Angels, and Challenge Tommy Walsh.
  • Walsh began his career as a professional builder.
  • His agent asked for privacy for Walsh’s family.
  • Walsh was previously reported to have had surgery for throat cancer in 2022 and lung cancer in 2023.
  • He also published several DIY books.
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