Archive · 11 Aug 2025
Former 'Blue Peter' Editor Biddy Baxter Dies at Age 92
Biddy Baxter, the person who ran the children's show 'Blue Peter' for many years, has died.
She started working at the BBC in the 1950s and became the boss of 'Blue Peter' in the 1960s.
During her time, she helped create the show's style, like the Blue Peter badges.
She worked with famous presenters and helped make the show very popular.
Biddy retired in 1988 and got an award for her work later on.
Biddy Baxter, former editor of 'Blue Peter', passed away at age 92.
She began at the BBC in 1955 and became 'Blue Peter' editor in 1965.
Baxter was instrumental in the show's format, including the Blue Peter badge.
She worked alongside popular presenters such as Peter Purves and Valerie Singleton.
Baxter left in 1988 and received a BAFTA award in 2013.
- Who
- Biddy Baxter, former editor of BBC children's show 'Blue Peter'.
- What
- Biddy Baxter, former editor of 'Blue Peter', passed away.
- When
- Biddy Baxter died at the age of 92.
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- N/A
- Name
- Biddy Baxter
- Age at Death
- 92
- Occupation
- Former Editor of 'Blue Peter'
- Start at BBC
- 1955
- 'Blue Peter' Editor
- 1965-1988
- Husband
- John Hosier (deceased)