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A BBC veteran, John Williams, has died, with tributes pouring in for the "well-respected" colleague.

Pebble Mill's Facebook made the announcement, confirming the cameraman's passing on Sunday evening.

The post read: "Hi, I've heard sad news from James French. John Williams, whom we knew was very ill, has sadly died. He will be much missed."

He worked from Pebble Mill studios in Birmingham , with a legacy of countless shows under his belt.

Writing a tribute, one person commented under the post: "Had no idea he was unwell. A dedicated and highly respected cameraman."

A second added: "Oh how very sad . Such a lovely, highly talented, and respected colleague. I was only reading his very touching tribute to sound recordist John Gilbert the other day in Prospero.

"How ironic

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