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Broadcaster Robert Robinson passes away

Broadcaster Robert Robinson passes away

THE DEATH has taken place in London of the broadcaster Robert Robinson who at one time was regarded as one of the cleverest men in British television. He was 83.

He will be remembered by many people as the presenter of popular television quiz shows such as Ask the Family and radio’s Brain of Britain. He also chaired the TV gameshow Call My Bluff.

However, his long career included a spell of presenting Radio 4’s Today progamme during which he pioneered a more strident form of interviewing in which he would ask awkward questions, especially when dealing with politicians.

His three years with the show were to be crowned by him being named as Radio Personality of the Year.

He also made documentaries for television, including one series on India.

Away from broadcasting he was also a published author.

Mr. Robinson was not without his critics, however, with detractors claiming that he was ‘sneering’ in his attitude.

But for many his wit and idiosyncrasies were a delight and represented a style and period in broadcasting which has been lost.

To see Robert Robinson introduce an edition of Call My Bluff click here.

 

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