Simon Dee

Simon Dee was a British radio and television personality who gained fame in the 1960s. He became one of the first DJs to broadcast on BBC Radio 1, which launched in September 1967. His show, "Midday Spin," aired from noon to 2pm and was popular with listeners.

He joined the Top of the Pops presenter team in 1966, replacing David Jacobs, but only presented Top of the Pops until March 1967. In the late 1960s he fell into early disfavour on Radio 1 after twice playing Scott Walker's recording of Jacques Brel's song "Jackie", which had been banned by the BBC.

Dee's radio career was short-lived, and he left Radio 1 after just a year to pursue a career on television. He went on to host several popular TV shows, including "Dee Time" and "Simon Dee's Nightcap".

Simon Dee passed away in 2009.