Chat show legend Sir Michael Parkinson has died at his home surrounded by his family at the age of 88, with his loved ones confirming he d suffered from a brief illness .
He pioneered new formats, could get almost any guest in the world and conducted the best interviews ever. Parky was one of the finest broadcasters of any era
After cutting his teeth at the Daily Express, Sir Michael Parkinson, who has died aged 88, enjoyed a stellar career interviewing the most famous people on the planet. His encounters with the likes of Muhammad Ali, David Attenborough, Paul McCartney and, to his lasting chagrin, Emu, remain part of TV folklore.
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