Andy Peebles, Last Interviewer of John Lennon, Dies at 76
The world of music and broadcasting is mourning the loss of Andy Peebles, a former BBC Radio 1 DJ, who passed away at the age of 76. Peebles is perhaps best known for conducting the final interview with John Lennon just two days before the iconic musician's tragic death in 1980.
Peebles' career began in the 1960s as a club DJ before he transitioned to local radio with Piccadilly Radio in Manchester. His talent and passion quickly propelled him to BBC Radio 1 in the 1970s, where he hosted daytime programs and helmed popular shows like "My Top Twelve" and "Soul Train," as well as appearances on "Top Of The Pops." His influence extended beyond the BBC, as he later worked at Global’s classic station Gold Radio, Manchester’s Smooth FM, and London’s 102.2 Jazz FM. In 2011, he was inducted into the Radio Academy’s Hall of Fame, solidifying his legacy in the broadcasting industry.
News of Peebles' death has prompted heartfelt tributes from fellow broadcasters and colleagues. Tony Blackburn, a BBC Radio 2 presenter and fellow Radio 1 DJ during Peebles' tenure, expressed his sorrow on X, describing Peebles as a
