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03/20/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/20/2026 12:40

Tributes to Dame Jenni Murray

Published: 20 March 2026
Dame Jenni Murray (Image: BBC)

Tim Davie, Director-General

"This is incredibly sad news and our thoughts are with all of Dame Jenni's family and friends. Dame Jenni was, simply put, a broadcasting icon. Throughout her three groundbreaking decades on Woman's Hour, Jenni created a safe space for her audience thanks to her warmth, intelligence and courage. We shall all miss her terribly. Her legacy endures in the countless conversations she started, the many issues she championed and the lives she touched."

Mohit Bakaya, Controller, BBC Radio 4 and Director of BBC Speech Audio

"Jenni Murray was a formidable voice in British broadcasting who was warm, fearless and beloved by listeners. During her decades at Woman's Hour, she helped shape the national conversation with intelligence, rigour and a remarkable ability to connect with audiences. Jenni leaves an indelible legacy on generations of listeners. We are profoundly grateful for her outstanding contribution to Radio 4, and she will be deeply missed."

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