Steve Wright’s cause of death confirmed

Steve Wright’s cause of death has been revealed as a ruptured ulcer in his stomach, according to his death certificate, seen by the BBC.

The BBC Radio 2 presenter died suddenly in February at the age of 69.

A report on the BBC website says the certificate stated that the causes of death were acute peritonitis and a perforated gastric peptic ulcer.

Hundreds of thousands of tributes were paid to Steve by listeners and the radio industry earlier this year, including BBC Director General Tim Davie.

At the time, Tim said: “All of us at the BBC are heartbroken to hear this terribly sad news. Steve was a truly wonderful broadcaster who has been a huge part of so many of our lives over many decades.

“He was the ultimate professional – passionate about the craft of radio and deeply in touch with his listeners. This was deservedly recognised in the New Year Honours list with his MBE for services to radio.

“No-one had more energy to deliver shows that put a smile on audiences’ faces. They loved him deeply. We are thinking of Steve and his family and will miss him terribly.”