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Dale Winton death: Supermarket Sweep and National Lottery presenter dies, aged 62

London-born entertainer had a decades-long career on television and radio

Tom Batchelor
Wednesday 18 April 2018 22:34 BST
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Dale Winton has died at the age of 62

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TV presenter Dale Winton has died at the age of 62, the star's agent has said.

The Dale's Supermarket Sweep star died at his home earlier on Wednesday.

His long-term agent Jan Kennedy said in a statement to the Press Association: "It is with great sadness that we can confirm the passing of Dale Winton who died at home earlier today.

Winton was known for hosting shows including 'In It to Win It' and 'Hole in the Wall'
Winton was known for hosting shows including 'In It to Win It' and 'Hole in the Wall' (PA)

"While we know many will share this terrible loss, we ask that you respect the family's privacy at this time of grief."

No further details were announced.

Winton was a TV favourite with shows like Supermarket Sweep and In It To Win It.

More recently the star, known for his tanned appearance, made a show for Channel 5, Dale Winton's Florida Fly Drive.

Dale Winton presents Supermarket Sweep

Davina McCall was among those paying tribute. She said: "I am so so so sad to hear about Dale Winton a lovely, warm, kind, sensitive, generous soul with a touch of naughty! RIP."

Comedian Jack Whitehall wrote: “Desperately sad news about Dale Winton. A really funny and kind person gone too soon, RIP.”

TV personality Les Dennis said: “So sad and shocked to hear that Dale Winton has died. He was a lovely,warm man who posed charm. RIP”

Singer Boy George said he was "shocked", posting a message on Twitter saying Winton "was a sweet man".

Businessman Bannatyne said Winton was a "great entertainer", adding: "So young at 62."

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