Terry Wogan
Terry Wogan was a beloved media personality in Ireland and Britain, known for his radio and television work.
Michael Terence Wogan
Radio Personality
August 3, 1938
Leo
January 31, 2016
77
Limerick, Ireland
Terry Wogan, an Irish broadcaster and TV personality, was widely considered a “national treasure” in both Ireland and Britain. He gained fame for his engaging commentary on the Eurovision Song Contest and his popular BBC Radio 2 morning show, “Wake Up To Wogan,” which drew millions of listeners. Wogan also hosted various other radio and TV programs, such as “Blankety Blank,” “Wogan’s Ireland,” and “Children in Need.” He received multiple awards for his contributions to journalism and entertainment, including a knighthood in 2005. As a prominent media figure in Ireland and Britain since the late 1960s, Wogan was known for his work on the BBC One chat show Wogan, presenting Children in Need, the game show Blankety Blank, and Come Dancing.