Danny Kelly dies aged 69 as tributes paid to legendary sports presenter

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Danny Kelly, a long-time presenter on talkSPORT, has passed away aged 69 following a battle with throat cancer

Sports presenter Danny Kelly has died aged 69 following a battle with cancer.

Kelly is a sports broadcasting legend and had spent 20 years working for talkSPORT, where he presented Trans-Europe Express. He was diagnosed with throat cancer in March and had been receiving treatment at his home in Ireland.

talkSPORT said in a statement: "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.

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“'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."

Kelly was a lifelong Tottenham fan and the club wrote on social media: "The entire Tottenham family mourns the loss of one of our own, broadcasting legend Danny Kelly. Our thoughts and love are with his family and friends at this incredibly sad time. Rest in peace, Danny."

Long-time collaborator Danny Baker wrote: "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."

Kelly's talkSPORT colleague Ian Abrahams wrote: "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."

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