CBeebies icon dies aged 63 as emotional tributes for 'Queen of Beebies' pour in

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CBeebies legend Kay Benbow, who was lovingly branded the 'Queen of Beebies', has tragically died aged 63, with tributes already pouring in for the much-loved star

CBeebies legend Kay Benbow has passed away aged 63. Kay was CBeebies controller from 2010 until 2017, during which time the network won the BAFTA Children's Channel of the Year five times.

"As the controller of CBeebies, Kay was known across the whole kids’ media sector for her passion and commitment to providing young children with the very best content." "Kay will be deeply missed by a huge number of current and previous BBC colleagues, a testimony to the many lives she touched in addition to her service to the audience. She was an extraordinary person and did so much for CBeebies and young children across the UK."

"Her passion for children’s programming was evident in every project she undertook, leaving an indelible mark on the industry and audiences. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Kay’s kindness and unwavering support left a lasting impression on me.

 

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