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BBC star has died (Image: Getty)
A journalist who worked for years on BBC Radio Cornwall has died. Christopher Thomas Young, known as Chris, was a familiar face on regional news and was said to have "inspired a generation" before his death, aged 77.
Announcing the news of his death, his heartbroken daughter Tamara said: "He was a well-known voice on the station for many years. Our dad inspired a generation of young journalists as he guided them through the early years of their careers.
"His dedication to these important charities was a source of great pride to his family and a testament to his character. His integrity, wisdom and compassion were an inspiration to his friends, family and colleagues.
"His passing has left a gap in so many people’s lives. His family miss him so much but take comfort from the many people whose lives he touched."
Young is survived by his partner Linda and his children Jessamy, Trystan, Tamara and Alex. A celebration of his life is set to take place at Truro Cathedral next Monday, December 16, at 2pm.
BBC star Chris Young has died aged 77 (Image: Family handout)
A highly regarded journalist, Chris started his career on the Daily Mirror training scheme and worked on various papers in south Devon and Torbay.
Later he became a highly regarded reporter at Anglia TV and a familiar face on regional news bulletins.
In 1987 he moved to Cornwall with his family and worked at the West Briton newspaper and then BBC Radio Cornwall.
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Chris spent his retirement working as a volunteer for the Samaritans and Truro Food Bank and dedicated much of his time working shifts for both organisations.
His younger brother Tim died of Cystic Fibrosis when he was a teenager and Chris was a keen supporter of the Cystic Fibrosis Trust.
Outside of his work and charity work, Chris was a very keen runner and completed many marathons in his lifetime. His most recent half-marathon was completed on his 75th birthday in Plymouth, his childhood home.
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