BBC Radio presenter Steve Roberts dead at the age of 75 as his co-stars pay tribute to 'great friend to many' after three decades with the channel

Published: 07:54 EDT, 24 October 2026 | Updated: 09:01 EDT, 24 October 2026 BBC Radio Merseyside star Steve Roberts has died at the age of 75, after three decades of working with the channel.The commentator's passing was announced in a social media post on Friday, with a statement calling him a 'brilliant broadcaster and consummate pro.'They wrote: 'We have some sad news to bring you this evening - our former presenter and commentator, Steve Roberts, has passed away at the age of 75. 'For over 30 years, Steve covered many sports, including rugby league and presented the legendary Try Time programme alongside Ray French and Allan Rooney'Not only was he a brilliant broadcaster and a consummate pro, he was a great friend to many. Our thoughts and best wishes go out to Steve's family and friends.' Many of Steve's co-stars shared their own tributes in the comments, with fellow DJ Jade Burns writing: 'Heartbreaking news was always so supportive and kind, will be so missed.' BBC Radio Merseyside star Steve Roberts has died at the age of 75, after three decades of working with the channel The commentator's passing was announced in a social media post on Friday, with a statement calling him a 'brilliant broadcaster and consummate pro'BBC producer Merryn Robin wrote: 'Steve you will be missed! Somebody who was always generous with his knowledge, his compassion and his talent.' Other tributes also said: 'Heartbroken. I had the pleasure of working with Steve in my very first job out of Uni.'One of the world's kindest humans. He gave his time to share his wisdom and knowledge. I will never forget him. @paulabarker1 and I wish June and his family our sincere condolences. We have lost a truly amazing soul today;''What an absolutely beautiful person. We'll miss you Steve, sending loads of love to his family xxxx.'Sky Sports presenter Rob Palmer also shared a tribute to Steve on X, writing: 'He filled the airwaves with his enthusiasm, willingness and professionalism.' Steve presented Try Time alongside Ray French and Allan Rooney, and also hosted The Rugby League coverage for BBC Merseyside. He later became a life coach and went on to help people looking to change their life through the Happy Copycat podcast. Steve also released his debut book Not Young Enough to Know Everything and wrote on X at the time of the launch: 'Dreams don't have an expiry date. For years I said, 'One day I'll finish my book.' Eventually, one day became today.'