TV presenter Richard Whiteley has died in hospital during a heart operation. Details here on sky news. Sad news indeed. Countdown was a fantastic show, so simple. Unfortunately it will never be the same again. It was great to watch with Whiteley at the helm because at times he could be a real David Brent and say something that would make you cringe.

Whiteley loved anecdotes and puns, which were often met by groans from other presenters and members of the audience.

rest in peace