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Jersey Radio Legend Phil Taylor Dies at 62
6 Feb
Summary
- Phil Taylor, a BBC Radio Jersey presenter for over 35 years, has passed away.
- He hosted popular shows like 'By Special Request' and Saturday morning programs.
- Taylor was also a valued technical operator for major broadcast events.
Tributes are being paid to Phil Taylor, a former BBC Radio Jersey presenter who passed away at the age of 62. Taylor was a familiar voice on the station for over 35 years before his retirement 18 months prior to 2026-02-06T08:25:05+00:00.
He was widely recognized for hosting the Sunday show 'By Special Request,' where he cultivated a warm connection with listeners by playing music they loved. Taylor also presented Saturday morning shows and numerous bank holiday specials, enjoying record audience figures.
Beyond his on-air role, Taylor was a vital technical operator for Royal Outside Broadcasts, Liberation Day, and Election nights. He began his BBC career on the 'Lions Share' Sunday morning show. His funeral is scheduled for Friday in St Helier.
