Mike Smith (broadcaster)
English presenter and racing driver (1955–2014) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Michael George Smith (23 April 1955 – 1 August 2014), also known by the on-air nickname of Smithy,[2] was an English television and radio presenter, racing driver, pilot and businessman. During the 1980s, he was known for his appearances on BBC One as a co-host of Breakfast Time and the music show Top of the Pops.
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Born | Michael George Smith (1955-04-23)23 April 1955 |
Died | 1 August 2014(2014-08-01) (aged 59) Harefield, Greater London, England |
Occupation(s) | Television and radio presenter, racing driver, pilot, businessman |
Known for | Television and radio presenter |
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Smith died on 1 August 2014 from complications of heart failure following major heart surgery.