Bullseye star Tony Green dies aged 85 | 50VFY93 | 2024-03-04 21:08:01
Darts commentator and Bullseye star Tony Inexperienced has died aged 85 following a 'lengthy battle with Alzheimer's', the TV show has confirmed.
Born on January 29, 1939, Inexperienced made large contributions to the world of darts and broadcasting after enjoying for a few years as an newbie.
The official page of Bullseye introduced the information on social media, because the TV recreation show wrote: 'It's with a really heavy heart that we announce the passing of our pricey pal and far liked colleague Mr Tony Inexperienced.
'Tony handed away peacefully at this time after an extended battle with Alzheimer's.
'Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to all of Tony's household, who we maintain such affection for, to all of Tony pals and people who have been lucky sufficient to work with him.
'Thank you Tony for all of the reminiscences, all the laughs (and trust us there have been many!) and all the particular occasions filming Bullseye collectively, what fantastic years these have been and we are honoured to have shared them with you.
'You'll be missed our pricey good friend.'
Inexperienced was the lead BBC commentator for the primary British Darts Organisation (BDO) World Championship in 1978 and he remained in this position till the Lakeside World Professional Darts Championships in 2016 – the last one aired by the broadcaster.
It was via his look on Sunday afternoon ITV darts show Bullseye that Green turned a household identify.
Hosted by comedian Jim Bowen, the show saw contestants play for a collection of prizes and Inexperienced's commentary turned memorable for its catchphrases, together with 'And Bully's special prize…'
The show used to attract up to 20 million viewers at its peak within the 1980s.
In December 2010, it was announced on the BDO web site that Inexperienced had been recognized with most cancers on the tongue and in consequence would not be commentating on the 2011 Lakeside World Darts Championship. He returned in 2012 after a speedy recovery.
Sports blogger Elliot West took to social media with the information, as he wrote: 'RIP Tony Green. A real legend an excellent darts commentator and a central part of Bullseye.'
Fans have paid tribute, with Alex Casswell writing on X: 'If there was ever a vital part of @BullseyeTVshow I'll all the time keep in mind then it's Tony Inexperienced's nice commentary, his banter with Jim Bowen and his nonetheless iconic catchphrases like "INNNNNN ONNEE!" and "Bully's particular prize!" The world has lost such an awesome man.'
Fan Neil Watson wrote: 'Sad information immediately. Tony Inexperienced and Jim Bowen introduced a whole lot of fun and enthusiasm to the present and it is upsetting that they've both left us now. RIP Tony.'
Consumer @Dw_8004 stated: 'With out query bullseye was my absolute favorite present when growing up. Good Sunday afternoon entertainment. Jim and Tony have been good collectively. My condolences to all of Tony's family, RIP Legend.'
Bowen died in March 2018 at the age of 80, and Green took to social media to pay tribute on the time, as he wrote: 'Lost a legend at this time, however most of all a pal. RIP Jim x'
In January it was reported that there are talks to bring Bullseye back following the large curiosity in Luke Littler's journey in the World Darts Championship.
While no formal conversations appear to have taken place, former Prime Gear host Paddy McGuinness was mentioned as a potential host.
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