Judith Chalmers, Iconic TV Host of 'Wish You Were Here...?', Passes Away at 90
Wish You Were Here...? presenter Judith Chalmers dies aged 90 after Alzheimer’s diagnosis

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Judith Chalmers, the beloved presenter of ITV's travel show 'Wish You Were Here...?', has passed away at the age of 90. She died peacefully at home after a battle with Alzheimer's disease, surrounded by family. Chalmers had a distinguished career in broadcasting, beginning at the BBC at age 13 and later hosting various shows until her retirement.
- 01Judith Chalmers died peacefully at home surrounded by family after living with Alzheimer's disease.
- 02She began her broadcasting career at the BBC at the age of 13 and worked on notable shows like 'Family Favourites' and 'Woman's Hour'.
- 03Chalmers became the face of 'Wish You Were Here...?' in 1974, a show that ran until 2003.
- 04In recognition of her contributions to television, she was appointed an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 1994.
- 05Her son, Mark Durden-Smith, briefly hosted a reboot of 'Wish You Were Here...?' in 2008.
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Judith Chalmers, the iconic presenter of ITV's travel show 'Wish You Were Here...?', has died at the age of 90. Her family announced that she passed away peacefully at home on Thursday evening, surrounded by loved ones, after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Chalmers had experienced a decline in health in recent weeks, allowing her family to spend precious time together before her passing. Born in Cheshire, she began her illustrious broadcasting career at the BBC at just 13 years old, contributing to major programs such as 'Family Favourites' and 'Woman's Hour' throughout the 1960s. In 1974, she transitioned to ITV, where she became the beloved host of 'Wish You Were Here...?'. This travel program, which featured 30-minute episodes, became a staple of British television, running until 2003. Chalmers was honored with an OBE in 1994 for her contributions to the media industry. Her legacy continues through her family, including her son Mark Durden-Smith, who hosted a reboot of the show in 2008.
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