Michael Parkinson death – latest: Eddie Izzard leads tributes to ‘king of the chat show’
The Independent✕ Close Michael Parkinson's last ever TV interview on Good Morning Britain Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Tributes to Sir Michael Parkinson are pouring in after the legendary broadcaster died aged 88. “After a brief illness Sir Michael Parkinson passed away peacefully at home last night in the company of his family,” said the family. Over an illustrious career that spanned seven decades, Parkinson interviewed a number of high-profile guests including Muhammad Ali, Sir Billy Connolly, and Helen Mirren.