BBC Radio legend Steve Wright's cause of death has been revealed.
The much-loved star died suddenly aged 69 in his flat in London in February. His death was previously explained as "unexpected". However, it's now been revealed Steve died from a ruptured ulcer in his stomach, his death certificate has confirmed.
A relative registered the DJ's death at Westminster Register Office on July 3, after a coroner's court confirmed on May 20 that no inquest would be held. The Metropolitan Police previously said the star's death on February 12 "was unexpected, but is not being treated as suspicious."
The certificate stated that the dad-of-two's causes of death were acute peritonitis and a perforated gastric peptic ulcer, reports BBC News. Peritonitis is an infection of the lining of the abdomen. According to the NHS website, perforations are a rarer complication of stomach ulcers. This is when the lining of the stomach splits open. It can be very serious because it lets the bacteria that live in the stomach escape and infect the lining of the abdomen (peritoneum).
Following their tragic loss in February, Steve's family said in a statement: "It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that we announce the passing of our beloved Steve Wright. In addition to his son, Tom, and daughter, Lucy, Steve leaves behind his brother, Laurence and his father Richard.
"Also, much-loved close friends and colleagues, and millions of devoted radio listeners who had the good fortune and great pleasure of allowing Steve into their daily lives as one of the UK's most enduring and popular radio personalities. As we all grieve, the family requests privacy at this immensely difficult time."
Speaking about the sudden loss of his friend, Gary Davies, who took over Steve's Pick of the Pops as a temporary host following the shocking news, told the Mirror he was "emotional" speaking to Steve's listeners, saying: "I'm Emotional. I love Pick of the Pops. I've loved Pick of the Pops ever since my my old colleague, Alan Freeman used to do it back in the eighties. It's an iconic programme. It's an absolute pleasure to to do Pick of the Pops and for the short time that I'm doing it. But obviously, the reason for me doing it is not great at all, you know? I wish I wasn't having having to do it at the moment and I wish it was still Steve."
In June, Michael Ball also paid tribute to the star on his first day as he took over from the late DJ on the long-runing Sunday Love Songs show on BBC Radio 2.
The West End legend has taken over from Steve, who had presented the show from when it first aired in 1996, until he died. Sunday Love Songs features romantic songs, dedications from listeners and real life love stories. And new host Ball made sure he acknowledged his predecessor's legacy, as he dedicated the show's 'last dance' to his esteemed colleague, whose sudden death came as a shock to his legion of loyal listeners.
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