TV presenter and comedian Bill Oddie dies at 85

BBC Entertainment Monday 27 July 2026, 10:03 UTC 1 min read

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His agent pays tribute to the "multi-talented" broadcaster, comedian and conservationist.

Bill Oddie (PERSON)

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