Veteran broadcaster Bruce Forsyth has died aged 89

May he rest in peace.

Bruce Forsyth, the veteran entertainer and presenter of many TV shows has died at the age of 89. The former Strictly Come Dancing presenter had been unwell for a long period and was recently in hospital. He began his career in show business at 14 and presented a number of shows during a 75-year career. He's famous for hosting hit game shows like The Generation Game, Play Your Cards Right and The Price is Right. In a statement, his family said:

"It is with great sadness that the Forsyth family announce that Sir Bruce passed away this afternoon, peacefully at his home surrounded by his wife Wilnelia and all his children. "A couple of weeks ago, a friend visited him and asked him what he had been doing these last eighteen months. "With a twinkle in his eye, he responded "I've been very, very busy... being ill!" Unfortunately, not long after this, his health deteriorated and he contracted bronchial pneumonia. "The family would like to express their thanks to the many people who have sent cards and letters to Bruce wishing him well over his long illness and know that they will share in part, the great, great loss they feel. "There will be no further comment at the moment and it would be much appreciated if the privacy of Sir Bruce's family is respected at this most difficult time."