Edward Stourton, the veteran British broadcaster and journalist who hosted BBC Radio 4's Today programme for a decade, has died at age 68. Stourton was also a founding member of Channel 4 News when the network launched in the 1980s.
Stourton became a familiar voice to millions of radio listeners during his tenure on the Today programme, one of Britain's most influential news broadcasts. His career spanned several decades in British broadcasting, establishing him as a respected figure in journalism.
Beyond his radio work, Stourton contributed to the early development of Channel 4 News, helping shape the program during its formative years. He remained active in broadcasting and journalism throughout his career, becoming known for his measured approach to news presentation.
Stourton's death marks the loss of a significant figure in British media. His decade-long presence on the Today programme helped define an era of radio journalism in the United Kingdom. The program reaches millions of listeners each morning and has long been considered essential listening for those following British news and politics.
Tributes have been paid to Stourton following news of his death. His work helped establish standards in broadcast journalism and influenced a generation of journalists who followed. He leaves behind a legacy of professional broadcasting that shaped how news was presented to British audiences across multiple platforms and decades.