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TalkSPORT presenter Danny Kelly dies aged 69
TalkSPORT presenter Danny Kelly has died aged 69, the broadcaster announced.
Kelly had been receiving treatment for cancer of the oesophagus, which led him to step away from his radio role in March.
In August, he said his treatment had not gone to plan and that he had been admitted to hospital seven times, including time in intensive care.
He was a longtime part of talkSPORT, known for discussing football and for his wit and warmth.
His death matters to listeners and colleagues who valued his work and his presence on air.
TalkSPORT said it was thinking of his family, friends and listeners; no further plans were stated.
TalkSPORT presenter Danny Kelly has died aged 69 after a battle with oesophageal cancer.
The broadcaster confirmed his death on Wednesday morning.
Kelly stepped away from broadcasting in March after being diagnosed with cancer.
He presented shows including Kick Off, Sporting Life and The View From The Lane.
Colleagues and broadcasters paid tribute to his warmth, humour and knowledge.
- Who
- Danny Kelly, a talkSPORT presenter and sports broadcaster.
- What
- He died aged 69 after a battle with oesophageal cancer.
- When
- The broadcaster confirmed his death on Wednesday morning, 11 November 2026.
- Where
- Not stated.
- Why
- He had been battling oesophageal cancer.
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Kelly announced that he had been diagnosed with oesophageal cancer.
Kelly stepped away from broadcasting.
Kelly told fans his cancer treatment had definitely not gone to plan.
talkSPORT confirmed that Kelly had died aged 69.
- Age
- 69
- Broadcaster
- talkSPORT
- Cancer
- Oesophageal cancer
- Stepped away from broadcasting
- March 2026
- August update
- Treatment had definitely not gone to plan
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What people are saying
My great friend, supreme broadcaster and funniest man I ever knew, Danny Kelly, died yesterday afternoon. I cannot believe I will never hear his voice again.
We are heartbroken to share that our much-loved friend and colleague Danny Kelly has died, aged 69
I love football, Stan. I love it.