If you need to talk, you can call the Samaritans at any time of the day or night on 116 123, or email jo@samaritans.org. Dale Winton was incredibly private when it came to his personal life. The TV presenter and radio DJ sold his apartment "suddenly" and moved out without saying goodbye to any of his neighbours. His friend Steve Allen today said the TV host suffered a "turbulent" love life. ", Theatre star Michael Ball said: "So sad to hear that the true gentleman, the charming and so kind Dale Winton has been taken from us far to soon. 5 years ago. RIP lovely man. He wont age anymore. Dale previously admitted that his one big regret was that he never told his mother that he was gay before she died, although he believes she knew. Dale Winton's most iconic TV show was, without a doubt, Supermarket Sweep. Here is everything you need to know about him. Its this sort of friendship that makes life good.. Dale told his friend that the man, who has since died, had never gone public about his sexuality and therefore their relationship had to remain behind closed doors. Dale, who never paraded his partners publicly, also revealed close pal Cilla Blacktold him that a former love was a "keeper" - but that he had regrettably "mucked it up". He would later move on to present The Night is Young. He would be so thrilled at the coverage., Steve said that they discussed whether Dales funeral would be well attended, with Dale often asking: Do you think thered be a turn out at the funeral?, Rylan Clark has most chaotic train journey trying to get to Liverpool for Eurovision, Rylan joins popular UK soap for special Eurovision episode, Buck's Fizz and Eurovision legend Cheryl Baker joins EastEnders, He added: I feel happy for him that hes in a place now where hes probably going to be eternally young. He has also worked for Blue Danube Radio in Vienna, a station sponsored by the United Nations. A close friend of Dale Winton has revealed that he enjoyed a top secret fling with a "very famous" actor who wasn't openly gay. Or I have been known to stay in and watch TV. The man was a very big name at the time and wasn't publicly out as gay. 5's Company was a daily afternoon chat show with five presenters, featuring celebrity guests, human. His absence was quickly noticed by his numerous fans and asked where he was. He is a UK presenter currently working for LBC. What happened to Jeffrey Hewson on QVC? After Dale Winton's death, Allen revealed that they both "enjoyed a top-secret relationship" together. Follow TUKO.co.ke on Twitter! But its difficult. Everything you should know, Who is Joe Bonamassa's wife? Dale Winton died at the age of 62 on Wednesday, his agent confirmed in a statement saying that he passed away at home. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. The presenter currently works for LBC. LBC. He is currently back at the station. Are Katie and Derek from Married At First Sight still together? [17][18][19], In 2021, Allen's comments about Tilly Ramsay, who was appearing in Strictly Come Dancing, were the subject of some media attention. If he had been lucky enough to have a relationship with a man who loved him, then I think he would be alive today.. Everybodys very sorry. Has Steve Allen got children? Dale Winton never spoke to his friends about being suicidal - but did say he'd "had enough", his pal Steve Allen has confirmed today. Through his Twitter account, he wrote: It is alleged that the presenter was diagnosed with diabetes. He has been diagnosed as diabetic[22] and has since promoted testing on and off air. emaildigishowbiz@the-sun.co.ukor call us direct on 02077824220. . Enquiries into the circumstances by officers from Barnet continue.". He joined the station in 1979 and has been there ever since. The Supermarket Sweet star had been open about his depression in public, and had even told Steve shortly before his shock death to ensure "they turn up to the funeral". 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. A Teary Steve Allen Speaks Beautifully About Dale Winton On His LBC Show. "He never talked about that [suicide] at all, he just said he'd had enough. Presenter Davina McCall said: "I am so so so sad to hear about Dale Winton, a lovely, warm, kind, sensitive, generous soul with a touch of naughty! [9], In 2006 and 2007, he embarked on a live tour visiting theatres around the London area. [3][4] His voice was heard in Scotland, Liverpool, Manchester and London. Report. The two remained friends thereafter and lived together for a period and went on holiday together. So, how much do you know about him? Follow. Winton started DJing in clubs in Richmond in 1972, where he met DJ Steve Allen. He did have relationships with a few people. He joined LBC in 1979 after United Biscuits Network was closed. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. Later, Steve contacted her privately and issued an apology and helped suppress the pressure. View our online Press Pack. Enquiries into the circumstances by officers from Barnet continue. But I got the impression that they hadn't been in touch, or seen each other, for years. We pay for videos too. Here is his emotional tribute to the flamboyant TV star. Dale Winton is interviewed by the 5's Company gang, including his friend Steve Allen. "I met him when we were 18. Dale's life-long friend Steve Allen, spoke about the star's "turbulent" love life following his death. Playing next. "[11][16] In the same year, he was also found to have breached the code by appearing to mock a blind BBC journalist's guide horse. LBC responded with a tweet that gave fans an update on his health. He then moved on to present The Night is Young on the station. On Steve's LBC show, he said:"The one thing that he didnt have was a boyfriend, the one thing that he wanted was a boyfriend. Kat Timpf: Net worth, salary, height, husband, education, surgery, All about Emily Compagno's sisters, Natalie and Julietta. Steve Allen Live: Watch . "The death remains unexplained although at this early stage the police are not treating it as suspicious. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "I feel happy for him that hes in a place now where hes probably going to be eternally young.. The stars cause of death has not yet been confirmed. Steve presented his LBC programme from 4am as usual this morning, and opened the show with an emotional tribute to his friend, who he met when he was just 18. Who is Steve Allen's wife? We pay for videos too. 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Allen first worked as a nightclub disc jockey where he met long-time friend Dale Winton and subsequently joined the United Biscuits Network, a radio station broadcasting to workers in the United Biscuits factories. The presenter is entirely focused on his career and never talks about romantic affairs. 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It was a bit H from Steps, big surprise, hes gay. But it wasn't until after it had ended that Dale confided in Steve that he'd been seeing a very high profile man in secret. And now a celeb pal of Dales has revealed that the Supermarket Sweep presenter had been lonely in recent months following the break-up of a relationship. He is currently hosting a breakfast show on LBC, and he is the station's longest-serving presenter. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. "He was thinking very much about leaving the country and moving somewhere else. Who is Steve Allen's father? Supermarket Sweep legend Winton has died aged 62, with his agent confirming that he passed away at home yesterday. Steve went on: "He'd always fancied the idea of telling people he lived in Regent's Park because it was a bit flash. He said: "Years later I said to Dale, So, where did you go? Dale Winton died yesterday aged 62 ( Image: As always you can unsubscribe at any time. A look back at Dale Winton's iconic TV programmes, A close friend says Dale had a secret fling with a famous actor, Steve says Dale would sneak off to meet his mystery man in his lunch breaks. He has competed for over nine years, and he keeps going. He later revealed his deep regret at never telling her the truth about his sexuality, instead coming out as gay when he was 47. While he was doing so, he met his long-time friend Dale Winton who introduced him to the United Biscuits Network (UBN). You usually tell me straight away. Dale was so devoted to the mystery man that he would undertake a regular transatlantic commute in between jobs in Britain. Playing now. His love life was slightly turbulent.. Allen won the Gold Award at the 2016 Arqiva Commercial Radio Awards. He wanted to take somebody out and show them off, but the people he wanted didnt want to be taken out or shown off. . In 2009 and 2010, Allen continued his sell out 'audience with' stage shows at the Queen's Theatre in Hornchurch and at the Mermaid Theatre in Central London. Dale Winton wanted to have a boyfriend more than anything, claims his best friend Steve Allen. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, A close pal of Dale Winton's says the star was left devastated by the break-up of a relationship, Supermarket Sweep star Dale had been forced to leave his luxury mansion months before his death, Dale would regularly travel to Florida to be with the man, David Walliams reveals he was worried about close friend Dale Winton before his death, He instead rented this home in a North London suburb, During an interview on Loose Women in 2016, the star opened up about his struggles with depression following a bad break-up, Dale Wintons heartbreaking last interview in which he opened up about mental health and joked about terrible taste in men, Dale, once the presenter of iconic show Supermarket Sweep, had suffered a stalling career in recent years, Close friend David Walliams said he wished Dale could have found happiness, Dale's best pal, Steve Allen, said yesterday that the 62-year old had struggled with money, Showbiz pals including Davina McCall paid tribute to Dale yesterday, Dale with his parents Sheree and Gary, who both died by the time he was 21, Dale Winton had plenty of catch phrases on Supermarket Sweep. TheSupermarket Sweep star, 62,opened up about his troubled love life just months before his death - admitting he hated waking up alone on a Sunday morning. Were Steve Allen and Dale Winton in a romantic relationship? The LBC presenter said: "The one thing that he didn't have was a boyfriend, the . He would give people so much of his time., He added: He just made people happy when he came on screen. [citation needed], In 2015, Allen released a book entitled So You Want to be a Celebrity?. So he had been out with a few people but they never lasted very long. However, it is now tag-lined as Leading Britain's Conversation.