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02nd Feb 2016

This ‘distasteful’ David Bowie and Terry Wogan headline is angering fans

JOE

There have been many fitting tributes paid to the late Terry Wogan.

Fans of the gifted broadcaster, who died from cancer on Sunday, have been quick to show their appreciation and respect. But when a national treasure passes, you can count on a few sensationalist headlines.

As the world is well aware, Wogan passed away weeks after the death of David Bowie. Comparing the late stars is an odd angle unless the sole purpose was shock tactics, which the Daily Mail went for.