Top of the Pops Tribute to John Peel (1939-2004)

Another TOTP legend that who also passed away too soon. We take a look at some of John Peel's most memorable moments hosting Top of the Pops from 1981-1987. Including a clip from his last appearance on the show in December 1995, and a few rare clips.
Clips featured in this video are owned and copyright to the BBC, and are part of the Top of the Pops brand.

[@bearclawgirl6866]

I never understood why they put him on TOTP. He always had a light sarcasm on the show. He was an important part if 1970s/80s music.

[@NickSBailey]

I probably would have watched much less without him on

[@veganvocalist4782]

@@NickSBailey think that's actually what she is saying , they obviously did not realise or was thinking more of the ratings he would provide so put up with his contempt for them lol ;D

[@rumpraisin]

I think the reason why is because, as you rightly stated, he was an important part if 1970s/80s music.

[@kentchambers4468]

Lame announcers and music!

[@NickSBailey]

you've no idea who John Peel is to say that, and what his unique radio programmes meant to a lot of people, played music nobody else did and got tonnes of bands known who would never have been played elsewhere

[@veganvocalist4782]

;D))) what planet you from ....?

[@mattfarina3840]

And yet, here you are.