'He was a voice we trusted and he was someone I can personally say I loved, he supported me greatly.Throughout my career.apologies for the emotion in my voice but I do think this will be reflected in our newsroom and our thoughts of course primarily go out to those who loved him dearly and his family.'Ī statement from Alagiah's agent Mary Greenham to the PA news agency said: 'I am so terribly sorry to inform you that George Alagiah died peacefully today, surrounded by his family and loved ones.
'Our beloved colleague, George Alagiah, BBC News reporter, established reporter and correspondent, presenter who whenever he delivered the news you knew you were in safe hands,' she said. Later in her show, Naga spoke of her love for her colleague George. 'We've had that news, we'll bring you more a little bit later, Rebecca apologies for the interruption, you have the rest of the sport.' We've just heard that from his agent.' As her voice continued to break, she said: 'Apologies for the emotion in my voice - he was so loved in our news room. 'We've just heard the news he has died aged 65.
