Iconic Radio 1 DJ Annie Nightingale (83) has died, her family announced.
A statement read: "Annie Nightingale MBE passed away yesterday at her home in London after a short illness. Annie was a pioneer, trailblazer and an inspiration to many. Her impulse to share that enthusiasm with audiences remained undimmed after six decades of broadcasting on BBC TV and radio globally."
It continued: "Never underestimate the role model she became. Breaking down doors by refusing to bow down to sexual prejudice and male fear gave encouragement to generations of young women who, like Annie, only wanted to tell you about an amazing tune they had just heard.
"Watching Annie do this on television in the 1970s, most famously as a presenter on the BBC music show The Old Grey Whistle Test, or hearing her play the latest breakbeat techno on Radio One is testimony to someone who never stopped believing in the magic of rock 'n' roll. A celebration of her life will take place in the Spring at a Memorial Service.
Annie became a DJ after being inspired by the impact of pop pirate ships. She applied for a job as a Radio 1 DJ but was first rejected for being a woman. She tried for three years and was finally given a chance to audition by her friends the Beatles. She was given a trial of six shows before she got the job as the first female radio DJ on BBC Radio 1.
Along with her radio work, Annie also published memoirs, hosted interview series, and presented many iconic shows such as The Old Grey Whistle Test. She introduced and championed legendary artists such as Talking Heads, Siouxsie and the Banshees, The Clash and The Ramones.
The radio DJ remained on the air until late last year with Annie Nightingale Presents.
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