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Michael Langley-Evans

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Paul Thackray

Michael Langley Evans died at home on 4 August 2023. He spent most of his BBC career working in Technical Operations, starting off in the World Service in Bush House. He was soon seduced by the bright lights of Television … Continue reading →

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Mike Bunting.

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Paul Thackray

 

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Bill Dudman, his working life.

Posted on January 23, 2024 by Bernard Newnham

Bill wrote this for The Veteran magazine

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Tony Milton

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Paul Thackray

Barry Bonner Sad news, Tony Milton passed away recently. Excellent SA1, good boom op, and never a cross word even though his crew for some time was me, Laurie Taylor, and Chris Maurice! Lots of fun! Tony on the boom … Continue reading →

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Stan Appel

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Paul Thackray

Peter Neill For those who haven’t yet seen the news, Stan died yesterday morning ( 15/5/2023 ) Pat Heigham Really sad to hear about Stan. While I was never on his crew, he did ask me to shoot some colour … Continue reading →

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Steve Blatchford

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Paul Thackray

Robin Sutherland I first encountered Steve at TC in the 60s and was pleased to renew his acquaintance later when he transferred to OBs where he thoroughly enjoyed the rest of his BBC days. He was an excellent cameraman and … Continue reading →

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