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Bill Oddie, star of 'The Goodies' and wildlife presenter, dies at 85

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British comedian and wildlife presenter Bill Oddie, known for his role in "The Goodies" and his passion for birdwatching, has passed away at the age of 85. His agent remembered him as a multitalented individual who championed environmental conservation and inspired respect for nature. Oddie rose to fame in the sketch comedy series "The Goodies" alongside Graeme Garden and Tim Brooke-Taylor, a group that formed during their time at Cambridge University. AI

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Bill Oddie, star of 'The Goodies' and wildlife presenter, dies at 85

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

    Bill Oddie, wildlife presenter and star of British comedy series The Goodies, dies at 85

    UK television personality Bill Oddie, best known for his role in the television comedy series The Goodies and presenter of nature programmes, has died aged 85, his agent said on Monday. “Bill was a multitalented celebrity – wildlife presenter, broadcaster, comedian, writer, songw…

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