Laurie Holloway, Renowned Pianist, Dies at 86

Laurie Holloway, the esteemed musical director and pianist, passed away at age 86 after a short illness, as confirmed by his family. His illustrious career spanned various realms of music, working with icons like Judy Garland, Tom Jones, and Engelbert Humperdinck, and he was notably the musical director for the first three seasons of 'Strictly Come Dancing'. Holloway's contributions included composing theme tunes for popular TV shows such as 'Blind Date' and 'Game for a Laugh'. He enjoyed a special connection with the British royal family, recording nursery rhymes with Princess Margaret for the Queen Mother's 90th birthday. Holloway was honored with an MBE in 2013 for his services to music and is survived by his daughters and grandchildren. His influence on British music and television remains significant, leaving a legacy cherished by many.