Steve Roberts worked for BBC Radio Merseyside for over three decades and the station shared the sad news on their official Instagram page
Former BBC radio presenter Steve Roberts has died aged 75.
The commentator worked for BBC Radio Merseyside for over three decades and the station shared the sad news on their official Instagram page.
Hailing Steve as a “consummate pro” and a “great friend to many”, BBC Merseyside paid tribute in an emotional post to followers.
They wrote: “We have some sad news to bring you this evening – our former presenter and commentator, Steve Roberts, has passed away at the age of 75. For over 30 years, Steve covered many sports, including rugby league and presented the legendary Try Time programme alongside Ray French and Allan Rooney
“Not only was he a brilliant broadcaster and a consummate pro, he was a great friend to many. Our thoughts and best wishes go out to Steve’s family and friends.”
Among those to respond to the news was fellow radio DJ Jade Burns, who wrote: “Heartbreaking news was always so supportive and kind, will be so missed.” While BBC producer Merryn Robin wrote: “Steve you will be missed! Somebody who was always generous with his knowledge, his compassion and his talent.”
While another co-star wrote: “Heartbroken. I had the pleasure of working with Steve in my very first job out of Uni. One of the world’s kindest humans. He gave his time to share his wisdom and knowledge. I will never forget him. @paulabarker1 and I wish June and his family our sincere condolences. We have lost a truly amazing soul today.”
One commented: “What an absolutely beautiful person. We’ll miss you Steve, sending loads of love to his family xxxx.”
Sky Sports presenter Rob Palmer also paid tribute on X, writing: “He filled the airwaves with his enthusiasm, willingness and professionalism.”
His cause of death has not yet been confirmed.
Steve presented Try Time alongside Ray French and Allan Rooney, while also hosted The Rugby League for BBC Merseyside. He later became a life coach and went on to help people looking to change their life through the Happy Copycat podcast.
He also released his debut book Not Young Enough to Know Everything and wrote on X at the time of the launch: “Dreams don’t have an expiry date. For years I said, ‘One day I’ll finish my book.’ Eventually, one day became today.”
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