Tony Blackburn

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Antony Kenneth Blackburn is an English disc jockey, singer and TV presenter. Blackburn first achieved fame broadcasting on the pirate stations Radio Caroline and Radio London in the 1960s, before joining the BBC, on the BBC Light Programme. Blackburn was the first disc jockey to broadcast on BBC Radio 1 at its launch, on 30 September 1967, and has had several stints working for the corporation. He has also worked for Capital London and Classic Gold Digital, and currently BBC Radio 2, BBC Local Radio, and British Forces Broadcasting Service. He has also had a singing career. As a DJ, Blackburn is known for his championing of Motown and soul music as well as his legendary presenting style. In 2002, Blackburn was the first winner of the British reality TV series I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!

Most Popular Tony Blackburn Trailers

Total trailers found: 20

Pop Charts Britannia: 60 Years of the Top 10 Trailer (2012)

16 November 2012

The story of the British pop charts from their beginnings on the 50s through the heyday of the 70s and 80s to their re-emergence in a digital world.

Northern Soul: Living for the Weekend Trailer (2014)

25 July 2014

The northern soul phenomenon was the most exciting underground British club movement of the 1970s. At its highpoint, thousands of disenchanted white working class youths across the north of England danced to obscure, mid-60s Motown-inspired sounds until the sun rose.

Simon Simon Trailer (1970)

01 June 1970

A comedy short with very little speaking. Graham Stark and John Junkin have a new elevated platform to work with but still manage to get into lots of trouble.

Radio Wonderful Trailer (1973)

06 June 1973

This documentary is about the first five years of BBC Radio 1 and contains interviews with the disc jockeys and other folk who were involved in the station's inception.

When 60s TV Goes Horribly Wrong Trailer (2024)

31 March 2024

Famous faces from 60s relive moments they'd rather forget. Bloopers include Doris Day's wardrobe fail, Star Trek outtakes, and things getting out of hand on a live discussion show.

Noel Edmonds: The Rise & Fall of Mr Saturday Night Trailer (2022)

27 August 2022

In the 1990s, Noel Edmonds was the undisputed king of Saturday night television. A few years later, he was off the air, bankrupt and suicidal.

Tales of Television Centre Trailer (2012)

17 May 2012

Various actors, presenters, directors and other staff who have worked at the iconic BBC Television Centre at Shepherd's Bush in London reminisce about their time there.

The All New Adventures of Mr Blobby Trailer (1996)

05 February 1996

He's back! Everyone's favourite big, bouncy, big blob (well how many do you know?) In his new guises, Mr Blobby is a complete hoot, hilariously bumping, bashing and bruising his way through life.

The Week Elvis Died Trailer (1997)

01 January 1997

Set in England in 1977, The Week Elvis Died is an evocative and bittersweet look at life from a child's point of view.

The More You Ignore Me Trailer (2018)

13 April 2018

Based on Jo Brand's critically acclaimed novel of the same name, The More You Ignore Me is a warm, comedy drama focusing on the life of an unconventional family in 1980s rural England.

Blobbyvision Trailer (1994)

10 October 1994

Mr Blobby displays his skills as only he can in 'Blobbywatch', 'Blindblob', 'Masterblob' and 'Blobstand'.

Wogan: Now You're Talking Trailer (2021)

30 December 2021

A celebration of the life and work of much-missed broadcasting legend. With the help of old friends, colleagues and fellow broadcasters, cameras chart Terry Wogan's rise from Dublin bank clerk to national treasure.

Skinhead Farewell Trailer (1996)

23 March 1996

The bizarre truth behind the enigma of Jim Moffatt, alias Richard Allen, author of the cult classic Skinhead series of novels for the New English Library pulp fiction publishers of the 1970s.

Smashie and Nicey: The End of an Era Trailer (1994)

04 April 1994

A mockumentary, rockumentary featuring the spoof radio DJ's from Harry Enfield's sketch shows. Telling of their rise to fame, their influence on music history and fall from grace in a parody of real life radio presenters.

When Moyles Met the Radio 1 Breakfast DJs Trailer (2010)

09 May 2010

DJ Chris Moyles looks at how the Radio 1 Breakfast Show has reflected life in Britain over the past 40 years, as he meets his predecessors in the early morning slot.

The Motown Invasion Trailer (2009)

20 February 2009

Documentary about the 1965 Motown Revue UK tour and the Ready Steady Go! TV special.

In the Best Possible Taste: A Tribute to Kenny Everett Trailer (1995)

26 May 1995

A tribute to Kenny Everett broadcast after his death from AIDS in 1995. Comprising of many of his classic sketches from his 1980s BBC TV series, this tribute also features recollections from those who knew him.

Northern Soul: Still Burning Trailer (2026)

15 May 2026

An exploration of the cultural phenomenon that is Northern Soul, charting how this movement has weaved and transformed itself musically and culturally through the decades.

Keep on Burning: The Story of Northern Soul Trailer (2012)

03 December 2012

Keep on Burning tells the fascinating story of the world's most enduring underground music movement: Northern Soul.

Kill Keith Trailer (2011)

11 November 2011

Keith Chegwin becomes embroiled in a murderous spree involving television presenters.