About Ali Brownlee
Lived 1959 – 2016 (aged 56). Ali Brownlee was a British author, editor, sports commentator and radio personality, known for Heart North East and Middlesbrough F.C.
Alastair Brownlee (14 April 1959 – 14 February 2016) was an English radio broadcaster best known for his coverage of Middlesbrough F.C. on BBC Tees from 1982 onwards. His connection to the club earned him the honorific "Voice of the Boro".
Career Brownlee covered over 1,000 matches for the team, and also presented BBC Tees' breakfast show.
Brownlee was a fundraiser for charities including Sport Relief, Children in Need and the hospice Zoe's Place. He lived in Linthorpe, was married to Wendy, and had two daughters.
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Who was Ali Brownlee?
English radio broadcaster
When was Ali Brownlee born?
Ali Brownlee was born on 14 April 1959 in Middlesbrough.
When did Ali Brownlee die?
Ali Brownlee died on 14 February 2016 in Linthorpe.
What was Ali Brownlee's occupation?
Ali Brownlee was an author, editor, sports commentator and radio personality.
What was Ali Brownlee known for?
Ali Brownlee was known for Heart North East and Middlesbrough F.C.
What nationality was Ali Brownlee?
Ali Brownlee was British.
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