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Peter Levy Turns 70, Stays On Air as Viewers Celebrate 50 Years in Broadcasting

The BBC Look North presenter marked the milestone on air with tributes from viewers, colleagues and local figures.

Overview

  • Levy hosted the lunchtime bulletin and prepared for the early evening programme on his birthday, keeping to his usual schedule.
  • Weather presenter Katerina Christodoulou serenaded him on air, and longtime colleague Paul Hudson posted a birthday message.
  • Public messages included praise from a local PCSO, broadcaster Greg Scott, BBC producer Jessica Rickson, singer Asa Elliott and the Driffield Male Voice Choir.
  • Levy thanked audiences on social media for their support and birthday wishes.
  • The milestone coincides with roughly 50 years since his 1975 broadcasting debut, and he remains an active Look North anchor with no plans to slow down.