Paul McCartney's '25-year-old promise' to Sir Michael Parkinson

Tributes have flooded in today for Sir Michael Parkinson who has died aged 88.

Born in Yorkshire in 1935, the broadcasting legend's career spanned decades and he became known for interviewing the biggest stars on his chat show. At the height of his fame, millions of people tuned in every week to see Parky – as he was affectionately known – tease revelations out of the stars that shared his studio.

This morning, a statement from Sir Michael's family confirmed he died after a brief illness. It reads: "After a brief illness Sir Michael Parkinson died peacefully at home last night in the company of his family. The family request that they are given privacy and time to grieve."

Source: Jess Molyneux/liverpoolecho.co.uk

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