04 March 2024 , 17:16
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Bullseye legend and much-loved darts commentator Tony Green has died at the age of 85.
Tributes have flooded in after the announcement that the popular broadcaster passed away following a battle with Alzheimer's. Hull-born Tony worked with host Jim Bowen on the ITV show for 13 years and alongside Sid Waddell was the voice a generation of fans of darts.
His passing was revealed by a post on the Bullseye Facebook account which read: "It’s with a very heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dear friend and much loved colleague Mr Tony Green. Tony passed away peacefully today after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.
"Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to all of Tony’s family, who we hold such affection for, to all of Tony friends and those who were lucky enough to work with him. Thank you Tony for all the memories, all the laughs (and trust us there were many!) and all the special times filming Bullseye together. What wonderful years those were and we are honoured to have shared them with you. You will be missed our dear friend."
Tony Green has died at the age of 85 following a long battle with Alzheimer’sA former amateur player, Green went on to become the BBC's lead commentator for their coverage of the sport, including the annual BDO world championship. He continued to lend his voice to the game until 2016. He was well-known for announcing and co-hosting hit ITV game show, which ran from 1982 to 1995.
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Former world No.1 and 1996 champion Steve Beaton posted: "So sad to hear the news that Tony Green has passed away my thoughts are with Jacky and all the family. Such a nice guy did plenty of exhibitions together and golf days and he gave me my nickname. RIP my friend."
The Bullseye star, who worked with Jim Bowen for 13 years, had long battled Alzheimer’s (REX/Shutterstock)The iconic Bobby George reacted: "So sorry and sad to hear of Tony Green’s passing he was a good dart player, caller, commentator and an icon of the #Bullseye show. Our condolences go out to Jacqui and family at this very sad time." Keith Deller, the BDO 1983 world champion, posted: "Tony was one of the great darts commentators who went on to do bullseye for many years. Tony loved his golf and our thoughts are with Tony’s family at this sad time. RIP Tony."