Sun columnist and broadcaster Rod Liddle has died in hospital at the age of 66 after a brief illness, his family have announced. He passed away on Sunday evening at The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough, with tributes from relatives, friends and leading figures in British media quickly appearing online and on social media.
Liddle built a career spanning newspapers, radio and online broadcasting, and was known for his sharp wit, distinctive writing style and strong opinions. While sometimes criticised for being outspoken, he remained one of Britain's prominent journalists, earning the respect of colleagues and a significant readership after serving decades in the media and journalism industry.
