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6 lesser-known signs of Parkinson’s, as Jeremy Paxman opens up about his diagnosis

Jeremy Paxman has revealed he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s after a fall on icy ground while walking his dog. “The first thing I knew was when somebody was sitting me on a bench. I’d fallen over and I made a terrible mess of my face,” the ...

04 Oct 2022 at 13:34

Jeremy Paxman’s doctor noticed presenter’s Parkinson’s on University Challenge

Jeremy Paxman’s doctor diagnosed him with Parkinson’s disease after noticing that he was less “exuberant” on University Challenge, the veteran broadcaster has revealed. The former Newsnight presenter said the diagnosis came when he was in ...

04 Oct 2022 at 01:01

From editor to quizmaster: Who is new University Challenge host Amol Rajan?

Amol Rajan became the youngest editor of a broadsheet newspaper in Britain when he took the helm of The Independent in 2013, but now the BBC’s media editor faces an entirely new challenge as he gears up to quiz some of the smartest young ...

18 Aug 2022 at 12:53

University Challenge: Seven memorable moments from over the years

University Challenge host Jeremy Paxman is leaving the UK’s longest running TV quiz show after 28 years. Leeds-born Paxman, 72, was the second presenter after Bamber Gascoigne, who first hosted the programme in 1962. The show was ...

16 Aug 2022 at 17:00

Who’s in the running to replace Jeremy Paxman as host of University Challenge?

Jeremy Paxman has announced he is stepping down as host of University Challenge after 28 years. The BBC said the new presenter of the programme, which pits students in teams of four against rival universities and colleges, will ...

16 Aug 2022 at 16:08

Jeremy Paxman stepping down as University Challenge host after 28 years

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Jeremy Paxman stepping down as University Challenge host after nearly three decades

Jeremy Paxman is stepping down as the host of University Challenge after 28 years, ending his reign as the longest-serving current quizmaster on UK TV. The 72-year-old, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease last year, has ...

16 Aug 2022 at 15:14

Broadcaster Amol Rajan appointed new host of University Challenge

Journalist and broadcaster Amol Rajan will take over from Jeremy Paxman as host of University Challenge from autumn 2023, the BBC has said. Paxman is ending his reign as the longest-serving current quizmaster on UK TV after ...

18 Aug 2022 at 13:15

Documentary to follow Jeremy Paxman’s journey since Parkinson’s diagnosis

A documentary will follow Jeremy Paxman as he reflects on his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis. Putting Up With Parkinson’s on ITV will follow the 72-year-old broadcaster and University Challenge host from his formal ...

02 Aug 2022 at 12:36

Jeremy Paxman on retirement: I plan a PhD in Renaissance art and joining a choir

Jeremy Paxman said after his retirement from University Challenge he has plans to do a PhD in understanding Renaissance art, join a choir and finish his wine appreciation course. The former Newsnight presenter, ...

22 Nov 2022 at 01:01

Jeremy Paxman to be honoured for contribution to broadcasting by BPG

Jeremy Paxman is to be honoured with an award for his outstanding contribution to broadcasting. The 72-year-old broadcaster is known for his successful television career, which included presenting the BBC’s ...

23 Mar 2023 at 00:01

Entertainment

BBC local radio journalists to be honoured for Truss interviews

Several BBC local radio journalists are set to be recognised by the Broadcasting Press Guild for their interviews with former prime minister Liz Truss. Local radio journalists working across the UK, ...

24 Mar 2023 at 00:01

Arts & Entertainment

Derry Girls among big winners at BPG Awards

Derry Girls and This Is Going to Hurt were among the big winners at the Broadcasting Press Guild (BPG) Awards. The two hit programmes picked up a pair of prizes each at the 49th annual ceremony, ...

24 Mar 2023 at 22:33

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