He promises "a new, friendly face" to the programme. His First and Second wife names cannot be given yet. "I'm proud of my background," he says. In a post on Facebook, Mr Gration's wife Helen thanked everyone for "the beautiful" tributes. Mr Gration joined the BBC in 1978 and Look North in 1982. Harry Gration's wife has shared her "disbelief" as she shared an emotional tribute, the day after it was announced that the BBC presenter had died suddenly, aged 71. contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. "They are part of the furniture when you're at home & part of home when you're not. Read about our approach to external linking. BBC presenter Harry Gration sadly died aged 71 last month. She added: "Our three boys and I loved Harry totally. Harry Gration was married man. And so, earlier this month Harry re-occupied the chair most recently filled by Mike McCarthy, Look North's former news editor, and prepared to embark upon a ratings battle with ITV. Please enable Javascript or try a different browser. They turned him down flat. The career switch came after he persuaded Radio Leeds to let him commentate on a Batley v York game in the Rugby League. "He didn't wear his faith on his sleeve," he said. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Harry Gration was married man. He has presented alongside Judith Stamper, Clare Frisby, Christa Ackroyd, and he currently co-anchors the programme with Amy Garcia. Harry Gration with his friend Dickie Bird, Harry Gration was appointed MBE in 2013 for services to broadcasting, Former Archbishop of York Dr John Sentamu, The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure. "Harry packed a great deal into his life: an inspiring broadcast career and a family of six children and grandchildren too. Former BBC Breakfast presenter Dan Walker described Mr Gration as "a true gentleman", while former Look North presenter Christa Ackroyd wrote on Facebook: "RIP Harry. His wife Helen, who had six children with him, said the family were in "disbelief". He could face an uphill ratings struggle, too; the BBC's Six o'Clock News performs badly in Yorkshire, and Look North suffers in consequence. Editors' Code of Practice. He set himself high standards always.". "The thoughts of everyone at the club are with Harry's family and friends at this difficult time.". Former BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker said Gration had a "lovely presence" that meant people "just warmed to him". Comments have been closed on this article. Tragedy as man dies after crashing van into tree in Rotherham, Emmerdale's Down Syndrome storyline slammed by Yorkshire parents as 'irresponsible' following Laurel's termination, Stark warning not to cut grass or mow lawn this May or June, Our Yorkshire Farm's Amanda Owen's fans say 'hope you're OK' as they rush to support her after she posts update, The mum-of-nine has shared an update on farm life with her fans, Asylum seeker mum hits out at UK hotel as children won't eat the 'unsuitable' food provided, Hyre and her children left Albania to start a new life in the UK, 'Someone turn the lights off' say Dewsbury locals as Poundland leaves 'doss hole' area, The once popular store will shut on May 17, Our Yorkshire 'ghost' town has turned into a 'boom' town with a 'wicked' vibe, The West Yorkshire town of Batley has a lot of food outlets and ice cream parlours - but there are fears the town would be 'dead' without its takeaways, Which royal family member are you?
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