Tributes to Barry Norman

The BBC has today released the following tribute to Barry Norman who died yesterday evening aged 83.

Published: 1 July 2017

BBC Director-General, Tony Hall, said: "Barry Norman was a first class presenter and critic. Film buffs always found his programmes essential viewing.

"He dominated broadcasting about films for a generation with wit and great knowledge.

"He will be greatly missed and our thoughts are with his family and friends."