John Noakes died

[1964white]

One of Britain's best presenters passed away - RIP

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Beloved television presenter John Noakes has died after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

The national treasure was the longest-serving host of Blue Peter, and was a household name in the 1960s, 70s and 80s.

He was famous for the phrase "Get down Shep" as he tried to control the show's excitable Border Collie.

His family said in a statement to The Telegraph: "John Noakes, died peacefully on Sunday morning May 28th. He had endured and suffered from Alzheimer's over recent years and whilst he will be greatly missed by his wife, family and many friends his release from continuing ill health must be counted as a blessing.

His many escapades with his faithful companion Shep, during his time with Blue Peter, will live on in many peoples memories and that is how his family would like him remembered."

Almost two years ago, worry was sparked after Mr Noakes went missing near his then-home in Majorca.

He had apparently fallen into a storm drain and was dehydrated after being outside with no water for hours.

His wife confirmed at the time he had Alzheimer's and that he had been suffering with it for a number of years.

She added: "You learn to live and cope with things. But this is a little different this time and I am concerned because it is the hottest day of the year so far here.

"If he is wandering around, he'll get more confused as he gets more dehydrated."

Mr Noakes trained as an aircraft engine fitter for the RAF before deciding to become an actor.

He joined Blue Peter as a presenter in December 1965, fulfilling the role of action man in the series, which he helped present for more than 12 years.

After leaving the show, he went on to make several television appearances and write a children’s book, before sailing around the Mediterranean and finally settling in Majorca.

[Mrs64]

RIP

[gessa]

No safety helmets or harnesses those days, I couldn't have done that, hate using ladders.


Always seemed a really nice bloke.

RIP

[liggy]

His family can be proud he was a bloody inspiration to millions of kids,
Wether he was shimmying up Nelsons column ,or doing the cresta run in a bobsleigh .
While that other bloke was in the studio baking fairy cakes ,
What a fanny.

[1964white]

His family can be proud he was a bloody inspiration to millions of kids,
Wether he was shimmying up Nelsons column ,or doing the cresta run in a bobsleigh .
While that other bloke was in the studio baking fairy cakes ,
What a fanny.

[Ronan]

Loved him...he was a cheeky chappy...RIP John

[BobHirst]

Just watched several Blue Peter clips on You Tube. Many childhood memories.
Loved you John.
My mum has Alzheimer's and it is sad because we have already lost her even though she is still alive.
Sorry you've gone John, but it's a release for your loved ones.

RIP

[1964white]

Just watched several Blue Peter clips on You Tube. Many childhood memories.
Loved you John.
My mum has Alzheimer's and it is sad because we have already lost her even though she is still alive.
Sorry you've gone John, but it's a release for your loved ones.

RIP

Very sad Bob

I visit one my ex-clients at one of our local nursing homes on a weekly basis. So many of them suffering with the same or a similar condition, so sad & heartbreaking for their loved ones !

[rich_leeds64]

Best presenter Blue Peter has ever had, nothing fazed him, even when that elephant was on the studio and did a huge pile on the floor. Also loved him when he did "Go with Noakes". RIP with Shep