BBC stars arrive at George Alagiah's memorial service after journalist's tragic death
ok.co.ukBBC stars gathered to remember the beloved journalist George Alagiah at his memorial service.The respected newsreader, who sadly passed away aged 67 after a long battle with bowel cancer, was honoured by many of his colleagues.
George, who was the face of BBC One's News At Six since 2007, was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer in April 2014. His death was announced in a touching statement from his agent Mary Greenham.The memorial service took place at St Martin-in-the-Fields Church in Trafalgar Square, London.
Many reflections were shared on George's successful career. Among those attending were former and current BBC stars, as well as George's wife Frances Robathan and their two children.
Sophie Raworth, a former colleague and close friend of George, read out his own words at the end of the service. She said: "We end the programme today with George in his own words.
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