BBC Look East on Twitter: "Stewart White says farewell on BBC Look East Video, 00:00:19Watch: Massive flames rise from Crimea oil tank, Baby meets father for first time after Sudan escape. Tweet with a location. In a post to his 12.4 million Twitter followers, Fry said: "Norfolk evenings will never be quite the same. This page is not available in other languages. Longstanding Look East presenter Stewart White took colleagues and viewers by surprise tonight by announcing live on air that he was leaving the BBC after 37 years. You will be sorely missed". VideoThe secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure, LGBT troops take love for Eurovision to front line, Why an Indian comedian is challenging fake news rules. Video, 00:01:13, Baby meets father for first time after Sudan escape, Ros Atkins breaks down the BBC chairman loan row. many a time hed provided emergency face powder for me in the studio when I was getting a bit shiny! Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, 2023 Guardian News & Media Limited or its affiliated companies. Stewart and I are very different people I wear my heart on my sleeve and he is much more private. Your email address will not be published. Twitter. "This is a sad day for me. Video, 00:00:47Man does worm as Rita Ora sings, she loves it, Armed heist at Paris luxury jewellery store in daylight. What is an example of a restrictive clause? For 23 years, Stewart and I sat opposite each other in the newsroom and next to each other in the studio. The move to . Man glues himself to TV debate podium. A new normal took over for all of us, and that meant we have stayed with one presenter in the studio. Something went wrong, please try again later. Mr White, 74, joined the BBC in 1984 and has covered some of the biggest stories in Norfolk over nearly four decades. He was also the last journalist in Britain to conduct a live interview with Jackson. Colleagues were said to have not been told of it beforehand. Weve mentored young and ambitious journalists and seen many go on to become successful in national and global news. Video, 00:01:13Stewart White says farewell on BBC Look East, Up Next. (Image: Archant) He's spent 37 years reporting the news - but BBC Look East presenter. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. "It's typical of Stewart that he has asked to keep his final programme a quiet affair but I do want to pay tribute to a talented broadcaster, a brilliant journalist, and a kind colleague. Presenter Stewart White has said goodbye and thanked viewers following his final time presenting BBC Look East. I have spent 37 very happy years at BBC Look East," he said. [15], In a November 2021 interview with Iain Dale for an LBC podcast, White revealed the only other person who knew about his departure in advance was the editor of Look East, and he left the Norwich studios immediately after that night's programme. Alternatively, you can sign up for our Daily Newsletter for the top headlines straight into your inbox. The broadcasting giant became presenter of BBC Look East in 1984 and has kept his links with Norfolk strong, presenting weekly programmes for BBC Radio Norfolk. Mr White's first job at the BBC was as a studio manager before he moved in front of the microphone. Presenter Stewart White has explained why he left the BBC Look East regional news programme after 37 years and kept it a secret until the end of his final show. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. [4][5], As presenter of Look East, White has hosted a number regional events, including the east's coverage of Children in Need,[6] and other charitable evenings. Editors' Code of Practice. White is married with three children, and lives in Norfolk and is an avid golf player. [10] He was nominated for the Royal Television Society Award for Presenter of the Year in 2007, but lost out to Jeremy Paxman. Presenter Stewart White has left the BBC Look East regional news programme after 37 years. But it was a partnership that worked, and its longevity is testimony to that. He presented more than 10,000 programmes for the BBC. Stewart White (born 18 April 1947) [1] is a British journalist and broadcaster, best known for presenting the East Anglian regional BBC News programme Look East for 37 years. Stewart White leaves the BBC after 37 years - Showreel Would hydrogen chloride be a gas at room temperature? contact the editor here. "A TV gentleman, he was our living room friend, always trusted and honourable. During the course of her career, she has interviewed many politicians including four Prime Ministers. The 74-year-old has presented more than 8,000 programmes and covered the. By email. Where can I see the magic of ordinary days? Stewart hosted his final show on Thursday after presenting more than 10,000 programmes and covering the top stories in the East of England.