Broadcasting legend and talkSPORT host Danny Kelly has sadly passed away after a battle with cancer
Broadcasting legend Danny Kelly has sadly passed away after a battle with cancer. The sad news was shared by talkSPORT, where he fronted the much-loved Trans-Europe Express on Sunday nights and was a regular presence on Hawksbee and Jacobs.
In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, talkSPORT said: “We are heartbroken to share that our much-loved friend and colleague Danny Kelly has died, aged 69. A cherished part of talkSPORT for so many years, Danny brought extraordinary wit, warmth and knowledge to our airwaves.
“His passion for football, music and life was infectious, and his kindness touched everyone around him. ‘I love football, Stan. I love it’. We loved you, Danny. We’ll miss you dearly. Our thoughts are with Danny’s family, friends and everyone who loved listening to him.”
His close pal Danny Baker added: “My great friend, supreme broadcaster and funniest man I ever knew, Danny Kelly, died yesterday afternoon. I cannot believe I will never hear his voice again.”
While Ian Abrahams, better known as Moose, added: “Absolutely heartbroken to hear Danny Kelly has passed away. One of the best broadcasters I’ve worked with. One of the most amazing, kindest, funny, passionate people I knew. Danny, we’ll always have ‘I love Football’. I will miss you my friend, sleep well.”
“Ah man that’s really sad. He had a brilliant mind. Loved listening to him on the radio. RIP Danny,” one fan replied. As a second shared: “Such sad news. Lovely guy and loved listening to him on the radio. RIP Danny.”
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