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Terry Wogan was a beloved Irish broadcaster and television personality who was also a passionate lover of classical music. Born on August 3, 1938, in Limerick, Ireland, Wogan grew up in a musical family and was exposed to a wide range of musical genres from an early age. He began his career in broadcasting in the 1960s, working for the Irish national broadcaster RTE before moving to the UK in 1967 to work for the BBC. Wogan's first foray into classical music broadcasting came in the early 1970s when he presented a series of concerts from the Royal Albert Hall in London. He quickly became known for his warm and engaging style, and his ability to make classical music accessible to a wider audience. In 1978, he was given his own radio show on BBC Radio 2, which he hosted for over 30 years. One of the highlights of Wogan's career as a classical music broadcaster was his role as the presenter of the BBC's coverage of the Last Night of the Proms. This annual event, which takes place at the Royal Albert Hall in London, is one of the most prestigious classical music concerts in the world, and Wogan was a fixture of the broadcast for many years. He was known for his witty commentary and his ability to connect with the audience, and his presence helped to make the Last Night of the Proms a beloved institution in the UK. Wogan was also a passionate supporter of young musicians, and he was involved in a number of initiatives to promote classical music education. In 1992, he founded the Children in Need Rocks concert series, which raised money for the BBC's Children in Need charity. The concerts featured performances by some of the biggest names in music, including Elton John, Paul McCartney, and Madonna, and helped to raise millions of pounds for the charity. Throughout his career, Wogan received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to broadcasting and classical music. In 2005, he was awarded an honorary knighthood by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to broadcasting, and in 2007 he was inducted into the Radio Academy Hall of Fame. He also received a number of awards for his work with Children in Need, including a special BAFTA award in 2008. Sadly, Wogan passed away on January 31, 2016, at the age of 77. His death was mourned by fans around the world, and he was remembered as a beloved broadcaster and a passionate advocate for classical music. His legacy lives on through the many young musicians he inspired and the countless people he introduced to the joys of classical music.

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