Popular BBC journalist and host dies

George Alagiah, one of the BBC's longest-lived and most respected journalists, has died at 67, nine years after he was diagnosed with cancer.

A statement by his agent said he's a quiet “dead today, surrounded by his family and loved ones”, broadcasts clanosova.tv.

“George was deeply loved by all who knew him, whether he were a friend, a colleague, or a member of the public.

He was just a wonderful human being. My thoughts are with Fran, his sons and his broader family, said the statement further.

Alagiah died earlier Monday, but “fought to the bitter end of”, his agent added.

BBC Director General Tim Davie said: “BBC, we're all extremely sad when we hear the news about George. We're thinking about his family at this time.

“George was one of the best and bravest journalists of his generation, who reported fearlessly from around the world, as well as presented news without fault.

He was more than a prominent journalist, the audience could sense his great kindness, sensitivity and humanity. He was loved by all, and we will be severely missing”, he said.