John Wilson dies in Thailand, British TV fishing legend found dead at home

John Wilson dies in Thailand. British radio and fishing legend, once voted “the greatest angler of all time”, has died at his home in Thailand.

John Wilson spent 20 years bringing fishing to millions through his programmes, including Anglia’s Go Fishing.

Today his family confirmed the broadcaster had died in Thailand, where he had lived since 2013.

Mr Wilson, who was born in 1943 and spent much of his life in Lenwade near Norwich, suffered a stroke on Sunday and passed away this morning, Tuesday November 13, at 4.30am.

In July this year, Mr and Mrs Wilson, who have two children and six grandchildren, had spoken to the EDP about their plans to return to Norfolk.

They had previously lived at Lake House, Great Witchingham, near Norwich, which had a two acre lake he created.

So sad to hear about the passing of John Wilson. I met John and worked with him at Angling Shows over many years and came to like and respect him. He is undoubtedly one of angling’s greats and his influence will live on. Rest in Peace, John and thanks for the memories. pic.twitter.com/rumfbBF4Ch

— Matt Hayes (@MattHayesfish) November 13, 2018

Mr Wilson, originally from Enfield, returned to Norfolk briefly in the summer to look for a house to buy. And he spoke warmly of his incredible five year adventure in Thailand.

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