Broadcaster Paul Gambaccini has said he is "coming for the BBC" after accusing the Corporation of being complicit in the child abuse "witch hunt". Paul Matthew Gambaccini (born April 2, 1949) is an American-British radio and television presenter and author in the United Kingdom. Radio star Paul Gambaccini has revealed the torment of being wrongly accused of sex crimes. While still in high school, Gambaccini began contributing to comics fanzines, including the publication Rocket's Blast Comicollector. He described it as a witch hunt and then challenged Fran Unsworth, the then head of news, to a public debatewhere he said he would 'dissect her like a frog, without ether.'. At the start of his tenure as a presenter, Gambaccini featured music from the Billboard charts, along with the UK top 20, but this ended in 2017. Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 1983. The American-born broadcaster was arrested in. Paul Matthew Gambaccini (born April 2, 1949) is an American-British radio and television presenter and author in the United Kingdom. In March 2008, he took over as chairman of the Radio 4 music quiz Counterpoint from Edward Seckerson; he was temporarily replaced in 2013 by Russell Davies. This March, were again putting the spotlight on Country Music at the C2C festival in both London and Glasgow; well be featuring an exclusive interview with the legendary Van Morrison on the Blues Show and well be bringing listeners the biggest and best-loved songs from theatreland in Big Night of Musicals. Available now There are. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. In 2010, he won an episode of celebrity Mastermind, with his chosen beneficiary charity being Stonewall. Trevor Nelson took over the Saturday timeslot that was allocated to Gambaccini's America's Greatest Hits programme for many years. In 1990, he returned to Radio 1, but left during the tenure of controller Matthew Bannister in 1993. Mr Gambaccini, 64, was held at his home in south. Paul Gambaccini has launched a six-figure compensation claim against police for allegedly breaching his human right to privacy during the bungled sex abuse inquiry against him. Kicking off 4 days of tremendous country music, both live and on record, Bob Harris introduces listeners to Radio 2 Country with a fantastic . 16 February - PopMaster quiz feature of Ken Bruce 's mid-morning show on BBC Radio 2 is first broadcast. OOH Gary Davies fans will be able to listen to him on Radio 2 six days a week for the next few months as hell continue to host Sounds of the 80s (Saturday 8-10pm), which he has fronted since 2018. When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the search inputs to match the current selection. It was announced on 10 October 2014 that no charges would be brought. Despite his anger, the 73-year-old had returned to the BBC after the CPS decided not to charge him. Paul appeared on BBC Radio 1 for 18 years, presenting the US Chart Show for most of that time, and has been a regular on each of the first four British terrestrial television networks. In 1990, he returned to Radio 1 but was removed by controller Matthew Bannister in 1993. Read about our approach to external linking. Taking Vitamin D each day could cut your chances of getting dementia, study claims. Bob Harris, host of Radio 2s Country show, is once again broadcasting from Londons O2, but new this year, Radio 2 will also be bringing the best from C2C in Glasgow, presented by Edith Bowman. Former BBC DJ Alan "Fluff" Freeman, the man who coined the catchphrase "Greetings, pop pickers", has died. . The DJ was falsely accused of molesting two young men whom he does not recall ever meeting in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Radio 2 is live from the Fab Room at the O2 with hosts Bob Harris, Breland and Bobbie Pryor with a show featuring performances from the Friday night, plus live sessions from Elvie Shane, Randall King, Mackenzie Porter and more, and interviews with Lady A, Midland, Morgan Evans, Matt Stell (3-6pm, Saturday 11th March). Tune in to find out! Britain's first child Covid death, 13, may have been contributed to by doctors as senior medic admits 'Drinks cold in fridge at DH!' Gambaccini's own books include Love Letters, Radio Boy, Top 100 Albums and Track Records. On Boxing Day 2021, he co-presented a special show on Greatest Hits Radio paying tribute to Janice Long, whom he had discovered in 1982. In 1998, he joined BBC Radio 2. Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 1996. Paul Matthew Gambaccini (born April 2, 1949) is an American-British radio and television presenter and author in the United Kingdom. Vernon kicked off his radio career at Radio 1 from 2004 2012, where he presented Saturday and Sunday mid-morning shows. He is a married Man. From 2015 2017, Vernon presented the mid-morning show on Radio X. Vernon has been a regular face on TV for the past 20 years, having presented a variety of shows including All Star Family Fortunes (ITV) Formula E coverage (C4) T4 (C4) This Morning (ITV) and numerous game shows for ITV including Vernon Kays Gameshow Marathon, Drive and Splash! He loved listening to the radio and chose to go to Dartmouth College in preference to Harvard or Yale because it had a student-run commercial college radio station. The 67-year-old veteran DJ endured a year of suspicion before . Arrested as part of the high profile investigation. Thereafter, he moved to independent radio to host American Countdown. Former BBC Radio 1 presenter Mr Gambaccini, who now hosts Radio 2's Pick of the Pops, has given an interview to the . There will also be a special performance from Aspects Of Love, featuring musical theatre star and Radio 2 presenter, Michael Ball. Scotland Yard said: The Met is aware of Mr Gambaccinis intention to issue court proceedings against the Met, claiming misuse of private information, having received a letter of claim to that effect in February 2017., By Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 1983. Paul Gambaccini: Sir Keir Starmer to blame for 'guilty until proven innocent' treatment of alleged sex offenders On the latest Planet Normal podcast, the broadcaster claims the then Director. Paul Gambaccini has said he would be 'happy to see the BBC go' even though he still presents a show every week on Radio 2- because he says it did not stand by him during false sex allegations. From a low key start, it went on to be revered, and to find its way into the history books as it became the biggest selling 12 single of all time. The host of Radio 2's Pick Of The Pops and Counterpoint on Radio 4 was banned from the BBC . But he was not so impressed by Priti Patel, who he said showed no interest in the administration of justice after he stood with Cliff Richard and said that all those arrested by police should remain anonymous until charged. As Operation Yewtree rumbled on, friends Gambaccini and Cliff Richard supported each other. [citation needed] The show was revived on Greatest Hits Radio from February 2020 airing 5-7pm on Saturdays, with the first show starting off with "Born to Run", just like the final BBC Radio episode, and ending with "Uptight (Everything's Alright)" by Stevie Wonder. The show also documents the false sex allegations faced by Sir Cliff Richard and DJ Neil Fox who were both eventually cleared of wrongdoing. In August 2008, Gambaccini returned to Classic FM, to present a 12-part series Paul Gambaccini's Hall of Heroes on Sunday evenings between 9:00 and 10:00. The BBC Radio 2 DJ was arrested on suspicion of sexual abuse in 2014 and held on police . He has dual United States and British nationality, having become a British citizen in 2005. Thu 5; Fri 6; Sat 7; Sun 8; Tue 8; Wed 9; Thu 10; Fri 11; Sat 12; 12:00. . I notice a Paul O'Grady story going around and he's jumped on the BBC bashing bandwagon. So when you invite the public to accuse a celebrity, you have a pool of people who include not only possibly people who have been abused, but many people to whom a celebrity may have satisfied an emotional need throughout the years even without knowing it. Published: 19:01 GMT, 20 August 2022 | Updated: 20:36 GMT, 20 August 2022. One week later he married Christopher Sherwood, in New York Botanical Garden. Known as "The Great Gambo"[1] and "The Professor of Pop",[2] Gambaccini was a BBC Radio 1 presenter for 16 years, including 11 years on a weekly show counting down the Billboard Top 30 songs. Despite Gambaccini's 50 years working at the BBC, when asked, he said he would be happy to see the corporation go. Read about our approach to external linking. Paul Gambaccini has previously said he was the victim of a "witch hunt" . In 1995, he was named Philanthropist of the Year by the National Charity Fundraisers for his work on behalf of the Terrence Higgins Trust. March. "[31] In fact, the symbol was a general indication that the subject should not be "promoted or transferred" without reference to the department responsible for security vetting, due to left-leaning sympathies (see: "Christmas tree" files). Thank you, Newsbeat team. Hear Paul present America's Greatest Hits, Saturdays, 8-10pm. A TBI Media production. Confidentiality clauses in the agreement mean the amount paid cannot be disclosed, sources said. [26][27], Gambaccini has been a supporter of gay-related charities. He is known as " The Great Gambo" and " The Professor of Pop", who was a BBC Radio 1 Presenter for 16 years including a year on a weekly show counting down the Billboard Top 30 songs. He has worked widely across the BBC and the British Forces Broadcasting Service (BFBS) as well as contributing to many television shows, mostly related to music, film, and the arts. And a modern day icon is celebrated too as US vocalist Jos James takes a break from his European tour and pays tribute to the genius of Erykah Badu. He said he wasnt surprised to be accused, as he had previously spoken publicly about Saviles crimes and was once pictured alongside him on a newspaper front page, creating an association in the publics mind. He also presents quizmaster on Radio 4's Counterpoint. He returned to Classic FM in 1997. He added that he trusts the director Charlie Russell who made the video diaries for him while he was on police bail. Paul Gambaccini with America's Greatest Hits. Paul said he was very honoured to be included and paid tribute to former Radio 2 controllers Jim Moir and Lesley Douglas. Clear All. Tony Blackburn brings you two hours of jam-packed hits from the 1960s. He is a patron of the London Gay Symphony Orchestra. Gambaccini, who presents BBC Radio 2s Pick of the Pops, had been a fixture on UK radio for decades before the allegations were made. There is a listener vote to discover Whats Your Ultimate Queen Song?, with the results revealed in a countdown chart hosted by Steve Wright on BBC Sounds from Friday 31 March and broadcast on Radio 2 on Monday 10 April at 4pm; plus Queen: The Fans Story where, in their Jubilee year, this hour long show hears from a variety of musician fans. Gambaccini was arrested under Operation Yewtree, which was led by the Metropolitan police in the wake of the revelations about the paedophile Jimmy Savile. He is a patron of the London Gay Symphony Orchestra. For the Radio 2 programme, Samantha and Layton will be given exclusive backstage access to interview the stars taking part on the night. Gary will also usher in Radio 2s new weekday pop quiz. The property offer sweet spot! Ex-Video Journalist and Local Television Presenter. Nationality American and British Other names The Great Gambo The Professor of Pop Occupation(s) Broadcaster, author Years active 1967-present Spouse Christopher Sherwood (m. 2012) Awards Radio Academy Hall of Fame, 2005 Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 1976. In February 2017, Gambaccini sued the Metropolitan Police, citing a loss of 200,000 during his time under investigation. A BBC Sounds collection available from Monday 27 February will offer a further treat for country fans with Steve Wright: They Dont Normally Sing Country, Sara Cox - When Country Goes Pop, Edith Bowmans Country Movies, Steve Wrights Country Story Songs, Trevor Nelsons Country Soul, Steve Wrights Country Love Songs, Hillary Scott's Gospel Hour and C2C: 10th Anniversary Headliners. Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 1998. [19], The BBC reported that he also "said he suspected his bail was repeatedly extended until the end of high-profile cases involving other celebrities because police did not want juries to hear a former Radio 1 DJ had been cleared of sexual wrongdoing". [11], Gambaccini was active in the realm of comic book fandom. 01:00. . For 13 years Gambaccini reviewed films for breakfast television, first on TV-am and then GMTV. And if they watch a flm, more of the same. Alongside his work in music radio, he contributed regularly to BBC Radio 4's long-running arts programme Kaleidoscope between 1975 and 1998. A character introduced in The Flash #141 named Paul Gambi, a tailor specializing in super-villain outfits, is an homage to Paul Gambaccini. Paul Gambaccini was born in New York City and earned degrees in History (Dartmouth College, USA), and Philosophy, Politics and Economics (University College, Oxford). This, it is claimed, contributed to him being identified. He narrated the BBC Radio adaptation of Espedair Street, the Iain Banks novel. He lives in the South Bank area of London. On the other hand, he described Home Secretary Theresa May as 'one of his heroes' as she had persuaded her to bring in a 28-day limit on police bail. In August 2008, Gambaccini returned to Classic FM, to present a 12-part series Paul Gambaccini's Hall of Heroes on Sunday evenings between 9 pm and 10 pm. Gambaccini and television presenter Jonathan Ross co-owned Top 10 Comics, a comic shop in London which opened in 1989 and closed in 1995. Paul gambaccini worked for bbc radio 1 for 15 years, presenting the us chart show on saturday afternoons for much of that time. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers And in 2018, Sir Cliff was awarded 210,000 damages for his case against the BBC after their news coverage of his case. Thomas Rhett, Lainey Wilson & Breland will be appearing on The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show. Both the shows will include inserts and packages from Edith Bowman in Glasgow and highlights of Fridays Radio 2 showcase at King Tuts. He said that his case became guilty until proven innocent because Starmer said at the time that police should believe every accuser and added that the idea of him being Prime Minister fills him with gloom. Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 2001. He sued the force for breaching his privacy by disclosing he was under investigation for alleged sexual offences involving a minor. Like many who go through a painful and sudden divorce, Gambaccini wants to go into forensic, almost obsessional detail about how the BBC has betrayed his trust. The 73-year-old DJ, nicknamed The Great Gambo and The Professor of Pop, is appearing in a new Channel 4 documentary, The Accused: National Treasures . Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 1992. The Zoe Ball Breakfast Show is most listened to breakfast show in the UK with an audience of 7.14 million (RAJAR Q4, 2022). He narrated the BBC Radio adaptation of Espedair Street, the Iain Banks novel. He was the host of the 12-part Classic FM series Paul Gambaccini's Hall of Heroes, and chairs the Radio 4 music quiz Counterpoint. Inducted into the Radio Academy Hall of Fame in 2005, Gambaccini is the author of more than 15 books. Pictured: Gambaccini, Sir Cliff and DJ Neil. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. "The things I believed in most,". He attributes his broadcasting career to this postespecially an interview in 1973 with Elton John which brought him to the attention of BBC Radio producer John Walters who arranged for him to present on BBC Radio 1. Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 1980. The American-born broadcaster was arrested in October 2013 over a claim he sexually assaulted two teenage boys. His first show was on April 18, 1998, once again opening the first of his weekly shows America's Greatest Hits with "Born to Run" by Bruce Springsteen. In 1995, he was named Philanthropist of the Year by the National Charity Fundraisers for his work on behalf of the Terrence Higgins Trust. Gambaccini may have first achieved wider prominence when his tips for playlisted songs likely to see greater chart action were published in the May 11, 1968 issue of the international trade publication Billboard, alongside similar tips from radio programming talent at major commercial stations across the United States. Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 1996. 2018/2019: 225,000-229,999. The BBC Radio 2 DJ Paul Gambaccini has won a payout from prosecutors over an unfounded case regarding historical sexual abuse allegations. And this is precisely what has happened.. Hes also hosted three network shows in the US for ABC and NBC and he came third when a contestant on Im a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here in 2020. Gambaccini harbours anger towards Keir Starmer, who was working as Director of Public Prosecutions when he was arrested as he said that his case became 'guilty until proven innocent' because Starmer said that police should believe every accuser. Stuart Henry leaves and Paul Gambaccini joins. Stephen Wright Associate News Editor For The Daily Mail Radio 2 Celebrates Country as the annual Country to Country festival comes to the UK from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 March. Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 1968. Read about our approach to external linking. Giving evidence to the House of Commons Home Affairs Select Committee on 3 March 2015, Gambaccini said he believed he was used as human "fly paper" to encourage other people to come forward and make allegations against him and that he had lost more than 200,000 in earnings and legal fees. In the early 1980s he presented The Other Side of the Tracks on Channel 4, which ran for three series. Join Fearne for a nostalgia-drenched celebration of the best 90s music and pop culture. The show brings together the biggest shows from the world of theatre for a spectacular celebration. Gambaccini has secured an apology from the Met Police and a damages-plus-costs payout of 250,000 ( as revealed by Stephen Wright's True Crime podcast for the Daily Mail) after he was arrested in. Despite this, police kept him on bail for a year before prosecutors announced in October 2014 that there would be no charges. The Ultimate Man, a musical about a comic book superhero, was co-written with Alastair King and Jane Edith Wilson, and produced at the Bridewell Theatre in London in 2000. Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 1966. He returned to Radio 2 with America's Greatest Hits on November 15, 2014, and hosted it until July 2, 2016, when he took over Pick of the Pops from Tony Blackburn, the following week. Who said pop pickers? BBC broadcaster Paul Gambaccini has been arrested on suspicion of historical sexual offences as part of Scotland Yard's Operation Yewtree. Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 1992. 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The BBC Radio 2 DJ Paul Gambaccini has won a payout from prosecutors over an unfounded case regarding historical sexual abuse allegations. Seems BBC managers dont care what the trust decides. The 28-day limit came into effect in April 2017. Veteran BBC broadcaster Paul Gambaccini has been arrested on suspicion of historical sexual offences. Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 1977. Paul Gambaccini. The new documentary features some who describe the suffering of those arrested, bailed but never found the evidence to charge as 'collateral damage.'. He explained that he returned to the radio because as a broadcaster, his 'central relationship' was with his audience and not his managers. And it comes after a video went viral of Gambaccini expressing his views on the BBC last September, in a chat with Victoria Derbyshire. [29] One week later, they married in New York Botanical Garden.[30]. 01:56 GMT 02 Nov 2019 Paul Matthew Gambaccini (born April 2, 1949) is an American-British radio and television presenter and author in the United Kingdom.He has dual United States and British nationality, having become a British citizen in 2005. He lives in the South Bank area of London. He then migrated to the United Kingdom and attended University College, Oxford, where he read for a degree in politics, philosophy and economics. Cerys said: Ive been a huge fan of Vans music for years, so I was thrilled when he agreed to have a chat with me about the Blues theres so much for us to talk about!. BBC Radio 2 - Paul Gambaccini with America's Greatest Hits Paul plays his selection from this week's American charts, plus classics from the last six decades. Anita presents three hours of great music and guests for Saturday afternoons. He was released on bail and his spokesman said that he denied the allegations. Paul Gambaccini presents the chart from today in 1999. Hes a hugely talented, warm and witty host who has already proved himself to be a firm favourite with our listeners when hes presented many and varied shows across the station. The Met did not name him as a suspect but referred to his age and his homes location. Gambaccini was active in the realm of comic book fandom. The team also wrote with Tony Brown 'The Complete Eurovision Song Contest Companion'. He has dual United States and British nationality, having become a British citizen in 2005. In 1998, he joined BBC Radio 2. Liza entertains the nation for Saturday Dinner time. Some listeners welcomed his presence, according to Kenyon, as their musical tastes had developed from Radio 1's content. The BBC reported that he also said he suspected his bail was repeatedly extended until the end of high-profile cases involving other celebrities because police did not want juries to hear a former Radio 1 DJ had been cleared of sexual wrongdoing. He was the host of the 12-part Classic FM series Paul Gambaccini's Hall of Heroes, and chairs the Radio 4 music quiz Counterpoint. In this astonishing documentary, Cliff Richard joins Neil Fox and Paul Gambaccini in speaking out 10 years after being investigated as part of Operation Yewtree. From Monday 6 March, Radio 2 favourite Gary Davies, host of the networks much loved Sounds of the 80s (Saturday, 8-10pm), will present the show until May. Romesh Ranganathan: For The Love of Hip Hop. | Learn more about Rosalie Miller's work experience, education, connections & more by visiting their profile on LinkedIn The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Find the latest Bollywood News and Celebrity Gossips from Latest In Bollywood. The DJ, one of Britain's foremost authorities on music, hosts a weekly show on BBC Radio 2. [24], In February 2017, Gambaccini sued the Metropolitan Police, citing a loss of 200,000 during his time under investigation. BBC Radio 2 is the UKs most listened to radio station, with a weekly audience of 14.3 million (RAJAR Q4, 2022). He returned to Radio 2 with America's Greatest Hits on 15 November 2014 and hosted it until 2 July 2016 when he took over Pick of the Pops from Tony Blackburn, the following week, he started his final America's Greatest Hits' with Born to Run" by Bruce Springsteen and ended it with Justin Timberlake. 01:56 GMT 02 Nov 2019. The station simulcasts BBC Radio 2 during this additional downtime although, by the end of the year, BBC Radio 1 has stopped broadcasting BBC Radio 2 through the night. 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