Bbc antiques roadshow expert henry sandon died on christmas day aged 95

HENRY'S SON JOHN CONFIRMED THE SAD NEWS. 14:07, 26 Dec 2023Updated 14:50, 26 Dec 2023 BBC Antiques Roadshow expert Henry Sandon has passed away at the age of 95 on Christmas Day. The

BBC star was at a care home in Worcestershire when he sadly died on Monday. His son, John, confirmed the heartbreaking news and stated that his late father was like a "favourite

uncle" to the nation. John said: "To the millions who tuned in every Sunday evening to watch The Antiques Roadshow, Henry was like a favourite uncle, whose enthusiasm for even the

humblest piece of chipped china was infectious. His joy when he discovered a rare Staffordshire pottery owl jug, nicknamed 'Ozzie', was a magic TV moment few will forget."

READ MORE: Christmas Day 2023 TV ratings as dramatic EastEnders episode beaten by Strictly and The KingREAD MORE: King Charles snubs Prince Harry during Christmas Day speech Henry made his

first appearance on the BBC show in 1979 and instantly won over the hearts of the nation with his expertise every week. Over the course of his career, he was known as the curator of the

Dyson Perrins Museum which is now known as the Worcester Porcelain Museum. Sharing the news of his death, the Museum of Royal Worcester said: "It is with great sadness we share the news

that Henry Sandon passed away on Christmas morning. "Our curator and then patron of the Museum for many years, a much-loved expert who shared his knowledge and enthusiasm for pots and

Worcester in person, in books & on TV. Sorely missed." Meanwhile, auctioneer Phillip Serrell commented: "Sad news - a man who did so much to promote antiques generally and pots

from our local factory died on Christmas morning. RIP Henry Sandon." Article continues below GET THE LATEST CELEBRITY GOSSIP AND TELLY NEWS SENT STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX. SIGN UP TO OUR

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