BBC Radio 1's first female DJ Annie Nightingale dies aged 83

Legendary Radio 1 DJ Annie Nightingale has died at home aged 83 after a short illness, with her family paying tribute to a 'pioneer, trailblazer and inspiration to many'.

The broadcaster joined Radio 1 in 1970 as its first ever female DJ, where she became known for supporting new and underground music while helping other women in a heavily male-dominated industry.  

She was handed a Guinness World Record as the longest serving female broadcaster at a ceremony attended by one of her favourite musicians, Liam Gallagher, and was appointed an MBE in 2002 for services to radio broadcasting. 

A stylish presence both o...
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