BBC Weather presenter Jay Wynne has passed away at the age of 56 following a prolonged health battle. Jay’s brother confirmed the sad news and paid tribute online, highlighting Jay’s talent for delivering weather forecasts in a clear and engaging manner.
Described as a skier, golfer, and musician, Jay was passionate about sports and travel. His family fondly remembers his wisdom, generosity, and dry sense of humor.
Jay joined the BBC Weather team in 2000 and became a familiar face on BBC News at Ten. Before his broadcasting career, he worked as a technician on a North Sea oil rig and later pursued studies in Environmental Geography at the University of Aberdeen.
During his academic journey, Jay traveled extensively, exploring Southeast Asia and working as an English teacher in Japan. He furthered his education by obtaining a master’s degree in Applied Meteorology from the University of Reading and completed Met Office training, including a stint at RAF Northolt.
In a 2011 interview with Radio Times, Jay expressed his passion for his work, often staying up to witness the sunrise after night shifts to verify his cloud predictions.
Fans took to Twitter to express their condolences, with many recalling Jay as a likable and talented weather presenter.
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