Diane Oxberry was a much-loved broadcaster, journalist, and weather presenter from the United Kingdom. She was a staple of the BBC for over 25 years and was beloved by many. On January 10th, 2019, Oxberry sadly passed away at the age of 51.
Diane Oxberry’s Life
Diane Oxberry was born in 1968 in Sale, Cheshire, England. She grew up in her hometown and attended the University of Manchester where she studied English and Drama. After graduating, she began her career in broadcasting in the early 1990s.
Oxberry began her career as a reporter and presenter at BBC Radio Manchester. She quickly rose through the ranks and was soon presenting the breakfast show alongside Mike Sweeney. She then went on to present the weather forecasts on the BBC’s regional news programme North West Tonight.
Oxberry was a passionate animal rights activist and was a patron of several animal charities in the UK. She was also a keen runner and took part in several marathons in the UK and around the world.
The Tragic Passing of Diane Oxberry
On January 10th, 2019, Oxberry sadly passed away at the age of 51 after a short battle with cancer. Her death was met with shock and sadness from the BBC, her family, and her legions of fans.
Oxberry’s death was announced by her husband Ian, who posted a heartfelt tribute to his late wife on Twitter. He said: “Diane passed away peacefully this morning after a short illness. She was the love of my life and an amazing mother to our sons. She will be terribly missed by all who loved and appreciated everything she did and achieved.”
The BBC also released a statement, saying: “Diane was a much-loved and valued member of the BBC family for many years. She was an outstanding journalist and presenter, and a great friend to many of us. Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this difficult time.”
Diane Oxberry was a much-loved and respected broadcaster and journalist. Her death has been met with shock and sadness from the BBC and her legions of fans. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.