BBC radio presenter who also worked alongside Chris Tarrant on Capital Breakfast Show dies after short illness

A BBC radio presenter, who also worked with Chris Tarrant on the Capital Breakfast show, has tragically passed away after a short illness.

Howard Hughes was the first voice listeners heard on the radio station when it launched in 1992.

The former presenter would go on to read the news on the Captial Breakfast show, alongside Chris Tarrant.

The tragic news was confirmed by the team behind The "Unexplained with Howard Hughes" podcast, which the former radio host created.

Howard's former webmaster also shared the tragic news on social media.

Adam Cornwell said: “It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Howard Hughes, the beloved and respected creator of The Unexplained With Howard Hughes and a dear friend who sadly died a week ago.”

In a heartfelt recorded audio message on the podcasts' website, the webmaster added: "He wasn’t simply a presenter, he was a friend to those who tuned in, a guide who journeyed with them through the unknown and, for long-time listeners, a constant through life’s good and bad times.

"Howard will be forever missed but never forgotten."

Howard became a radio mogul, completing stints at Radio City, Talk Radio, Smooth, BBC local radio, and many other stations.