A MUCH loved radio star has tragically passed away in hospital after four decades on air.
Simon Marlow, who had worked for the British Forces Broadcasting Service since 2007, died in London on Friday June 27.
The sad news was revealed by the radio station on the BFBS official social media pages.
A statement read: "It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our much-loved colleague, Simon Marlow."
Simon, who first hit the airwaves in 1986, joined BFBS as a freelance voice.
He went on to become a familiar fixture both on mic and behind the scenes in production.
Simon previously had stints at UK stations like Radio City, 2-TEN, Chiltern Radio and Classic FM before his move to forces broadcasting.
During his time with BFBS, Simon was posted across the globe including Afghanistan, Cyprus, Brunei, Germany, the Falklands and Northern Ireland.
But it was sun-soaked Gibraltar that truly became home, where he steered the local station through the Covid pandemic and was planning to retire just across the border in Spain.
Known for his deep love of music and his passion for bringing the armed forces community together, Simon's voice was a constant companion to troops stationed around the world.
He was described as a "force of nature" by colleagues.
Tributes have been pouring in for the much-loved radio man who left behind a lasting legacy across the airwaves.
Ben Chapman, CEO of BFBS, told RadioToday: "Simon was always a bright force of nature in any setting.
"He made a difference.
"We send our heartfelt condolences to Simon's family and friends… and to his team in Northern Ireland, his many listeners and colleagues across the BFBS world."
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