09 jul 2026
DJ and broadcaster Paul Gambaccini reveals Alzheimer’s diagnosis
Presenter, 77, says ‘for now life goes on as normal and I continue to broadcast’ as he shares diagnosis received in 2025 The longtime radio and TV broadcaster Paul Gambaccini has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. The 77-year-old presenter, who has been a regular on the BBC since the 1970s and has one of the most recognisable voices on British radio, shared a statement revealing the diagnosis he received in 2025.
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In a statement, the presenter said he would continue to present his programmes on BBC Radio 2 and Greatest Hits Radio.
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BBC radio DJ Paul Gambaccini diagnosed with Alzheimer's
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