Tributes have poured in for BBC DJ Danny Stubbs, who has passed away at the age of 40 following a year-long battle with a rare form of cancer. Known for his contributions to the BBC and his vibrant presence on the airwaves, Stubbs’s death has prompted an outpouring of grief and respect from fans, colleagues, and friends.
Many have praised Stubbs for his warmth, dedication, and talent, celebrating his impact on the radio industry and his ability to connect with listeners. His death marks a significant loss to the broadcasting community and to all who knew him.
Tributes have been flooding in for BBC DJ Danny Stubbs, who has passed away at the age of 40 after a courageous year-long battle with cancer.
Mr. Stubbs was diagnosed with rare Stage 4 oesophageal adenocarcinoma in August of the previous year. Despite undergoing treatment, the cancer proved inoperable and had spread to his lymph nodes and bones in his spine. His death has deeply affected those who knew him and worked with him, highlighting the impact he made both on and off the air.
The father-of-one lost his battle with the disease at St Luke’s Hospice in Winsford on August 24.
Mr. Stubbs’ wife, Danielle, shared that the past few months have been ‘incredibly hard,’ but she described him as ‘the most beautiful person inside and out.’ The outpouring of tributes reflects the deep respect and affection held for him by those who knew him.
Danielle Stubbs shared that her husband’s attitude throughout his illness was remarkable. He remained determined to defy the prognosis, fighting hard to stay with his family. She expressed the difficulty of coming to terms with their changed future and her desire to continue making him proud.
Danny Stubbs began his career in the early 2000s with DJ sets in Hanley and went on to have notable residencies at Gatecrasher and Ministry of Sound. He also remixed tracks for U2 and Ariana Grande. He is survived by his daughter Leah, 19, and his siblings Lee, Shaun, and Kenny, as well as his parents, Gary and Angela.
