Tommy Walsh: Ground Force and Homes Under the Hammer star dies aged 69
Tommy Walsh, the building and DIY expert known for starring on TV shows including Ground Force, Homes Under the Hammer and Challenge Tommy Walsh, has died at the age of 69.
TL;DR
- Tommy Walsh, a TV building and DIY expert, has died at 69.
- He was known for his appearances on shows like Ground Force and Homes Under the Hammer.
- Walsh passed away peacefully after a long illness, with his family present.
- He started as a professional builder and rose to fame on BBC's Ground Force.
- His career also included presenting shows like Clean It, Fix It and Cowboys and Angels.
- Walsh joined Homes Under the Hammer in 2021.
- He had previously undergone treatment for throat and lung cancer.
- His TV career began after he renovated a BBC producer's house, leading to an offer for Ground Force.
- He initially declined the show multiple times before accepting to fulfill a bet his daughter had made.