WARNING, DISTRESSING CONTENT: A BBC legend of childrens TV, who brought shows such as Bagpuss to the silver screen, has been found dead in his shed soon after splitting from his partner Daniel Postgate was found dead in his shed (Image: Daniel Postgate)

A beloved BBC icon, Daniel Postgate, who brought childhood favourites like Bagpuss and The Clangers to the silver screen, was tragically found dead in his shed at the ge of 61, following a heartbreaking split from his partner of 35 years.

Daniel, son of Bagpuss co-creator Oliver Postgate, played a pivotal role in ushering in a new era of children's television on the BBC. Tragically, Daniel was discovered lifeless in a shed at his Whitstable home in June this year, having taken his own life. With a history of battling depression

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