BBC Radio 1 presenter Dave Jamieson has died at the age of 76 while in Spain.
Boom Radio confirmed the broadcaster’s passing, stating: “We are so sad to share the news that our Sunday early presenter Dave Jamieson died in Spain this week.
“He was 76. He’s been a valued member of the team from afar for five years.”
The veteran radio host had been presenting the station’s Sunday early morning programme, contributing to Boom Radio’s output from his base abroad.
Tributes have poured in from across the broadcasting community following his death.
Nerja Gold Radio, where Jamieson had worked after relocating to the Spanish coastal town, expressed their sorrow at losing their “friend and colleague.”
The station noted that after decades of broadcasting throughout Britain, he had made Nerja his home while continuing his radio work both locally and with UK stations.
Kevin Sykes of Mercia Sound recalled first meeting Jamieson in November 1980, when he was invited to observe the presenter’s Saturday evening programme.
Dave Jamieson died this week at 76
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Fans took to social media with sympathetic messages as they remembered Mr Janieson.
The Scottish broadcaster, who first took to the airwaves as a teenager, enjoyed a distinguished career spanning decades across numerous stations including BBC Radio 1, Radio Clyde and BRMB.
Mr Jamieson’s broadcasting journey began in hospital radio in Edinburgh before he went on to study Electrical Engineering at Heriot-Watt University, where he also contributed to student television.
He played a pivotal role in establishing Radio Clyde in Glasgow during the 1970s and was instrumental in launching Mercia Sound in Coventry.
Tributes have poured in from across the broadcasting community following Dave Jamieson’s death
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His career also saw him contribute to the early days of BBC local radio, including the corporation’s first regional station in Leicester, and he made appearances on BBC Scotland and the Radio 1 Club.
Birmingham’s BRMB became another home for the presenter, where he hosted the Saturday evening programme ‘Saturday Night In’ featuring his popular ‘Six of the Best’ quiz segment.
Beyond radio, Mr Jamieson worked as an off-screen announcer for ATV and later Central, frequently lending his voice to schools programming.
Following a lifetime of broadcasting across the United Kingdom, Jamieson had settled in the coastal town of Nerja in southern Spain.
From his Spanish base, he continued his passion for radio, presenting programmes for local stations including Nerja Gold Radio whilst maintaining his connection to British audiences through Boom Radio.
Tributes have poured in from those who worked alongside Mr Jamieson throughout his career.
Many fans took to social media to express their responses to the sad news.
One penned on Facebook: “Oh my goodness. This is so sad. I loved waking up to his voice on a Sunday morning. He had all the facts about the songs. Sunday mornings will not be the same again, and that is no disrespect to his successor. Condolences to his family and friends. R.I.P. Dave.”
A second wrote: “So sorry to hear this sad news. Dave was one of the radio greats, starting his career in hospital radio in Edinburgh.
“I’ve many happy memories of working with him on Heriot-Watt Student Television – he was on the Electrical Engineering course and I was doing a Business Organisation degree. We’re all going to miss your dulcet tones, Dave. Rest in Peace, my friend.”
“Tragic news, like so many have said already I loved his show on Sunday morning filled with anecdotes and birthday trivia along with a great choice of music. He will be sadly missed. RIP Dave and thanks for the music,” a third commented.
Someone else shared: “Such sad news. I must admit I hadn’t heard of him until he was on Boom.
“Such a pleasure to wake up on Sundays to hear him. Seemed a very knowledgeable man. My condolences to his family and to his friends and colleagues. RIEP.”
Another added: “I first met him at BRMB in 1976. He was generous with his time and always friendly and welcoming. Can’t believe we won’t hear his voice again on the radio. RIP Dave.”
One more posted: “Sad news remember listening to Dave on Radio Clyde and remember he read out a message I sent.” (sic)