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British comedian and radio presenter (1979–2023)
Gareth Richards (18 August 1979[1] – 7 April 2023) was a British comedian and radio presenter.[2]
Richards was co-host of The Frank Skinner Show on Absolute Radio.[3] He appeared on such BBC shows as Russell Howard’s Good News and 4 Stands Up as well as BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 4.[4]
His debut Edinburgh Fringe show, Stand Up Between Songs, was nominated for the best newcomer award at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards. The songs from this show were released as an EP, titled These Songs Could be Used in Adverts.[5]
From 2016 to 2017, he hosted Gareth Richards’ Lonely Hearts Podcast with David Trent.[6]
Personal life and death[edit]
Richards lived in Bournemouth with his wife and children.[7]
Richards was a talented musician, featuring songs written using the omnichord in his stand-up routines. He also played the Qchord, guitar and harmonica.[8]
His brother was the cinematographer Joshua James Richards.[9]
On 27 March 2023, Richards was involved in a car crash on the M25 motorway near Heathrow Airport; he suffered severe brain injuries and was placed on life support.[3]
He died on 7 April when his life support was removed.[10]
A crowdfunder to set up a trust fund for his sons raised over £18,000 in the first few days[11], and as of 26th April 2023 has raised over £44,000.[12]
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