British TV presenter Cook died at the age of 83 after an illness.

Legendary British investigative journalist and presenter Roger Cook has died after a short illness at the age of 83. This was reported on June 15 by the Daily Star newspaper with reference to the Cook family.

"It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Roger Cook, who passed away peacefully on Saturday [June 13] after a short illness. <...> In addition to an outstanding and award-winning career in journalism, Roger was above all a beloved husband and father," the text of the message reads.

Cook became one of the UK's most recognizable television journalists during a career that spanned over 50 years. Best known as the host of the action-packed program "The Cook Report," he gained a reputation for exposing crimes, corruption, and injustice. His series has been widely recognized for its investigations, as well as contributing to significant legislative changes. Throughout his career, the journalist has received many awards.

Cook was recognized as "Britain's most beaten journalist" — he was hospitalized many times, he was beaten unconscious 12 times, he adds.Газета.Ru ".