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TV presenter and comedian Bill Oddie dies at 85

TV presenter and comedian Bill Oddie dies at 85
BBC UK Monday 27 July 2026, 10:22 UTC 1 min read
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His agent pays tribute to the "multi-talented" broadcaster, comedian and conservationist.

His agent pays tribute to the "multi-talented" broadcaster, comedian and conservationist.
Bill Oddie (PERSON)
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