Quick Info
| Profession | Journalist |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 24/02/1946 |
| Age | 79 years (died on 21, Sep, 2025) |
| Birthplace | Oldham, Lancashire, England |
| Date of Death | 21/09/2025 |
Latest News about John Stapleton
21/09/2025
John Stapleton died in hospital at the age of 79 after complications from pneumonia linked to Parkinson's disease. He had publicly revealed his Parkinson's diagnosis the previous year, and his death marked the loss of a long-standing British broadcaster known for major ITV and BBC presenting roles.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | John Martin Stapleton |
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| Known For | His work as a TV presenter and reporter on various TV channels. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 180 cm |
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| Eye Color | Lavender Gray |
| Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| College/University | St John's College of Further Education, Manchester |
| Educational Qualification | A-level education |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Widower |
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| Marriage Date | 1977 |
Family
| Father | Frank Stapleton (deceased) (Government official) |
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| Mother | June Stapleton (deceased) (Teacher) |
| Spouse | Lynn Faulds Wood (deceased) (Teacher) |
| Children | Nick Stapleton (Documentary Producer) |
Career
| Debut | John began his career in television as a reporter for the BBC show Nationwide in 1975. |
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| Last TV | He last worked on the ITV Breakfast channel Daybreak in 2010. |
| Awards | He received the Royal Television Society's News Presenter of the Year award in 2003. Throughout his career, he reported from various significant locations including the Middle East during conflicts. |
Social Media
| https://x.com/JohnStapletonTV |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. John Stapleton grew up in Oldham, Lancashire, UK, and was a prominent figure in factual broadcasting. | |
| 2. Despite not attending university, he began working as a reporter at the age of 17. | |
| 3. He worked for notable newspapers and transitioned to television, where he achieved significant acclaim. | |
| 4. He was a lifelong supporter of Manchester City Football Club and recalled attending games with his father. |