Music Stars Attend Johnnie Walker's Funeral in Dorset

Led Zeppelin singer Robert Plant and former BBC Radio 2 colleagues gathered to mourn DJ Johnnie Walker at his funeral in Shaftesbury, Dorset. Walker, who passed away at the age of 79, was remembered fondly by attendees including Simon Mayo, Jeremy Vine, and Tony Blackburn, with Plant describing him as 'a defender and gatekeeper of great musical taste.' Walker's retirement from radio was due to health issues caused by idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a progressive lung disease. Musician Rick Wakeman performed his song 'Gone But Not Forgotten' at the service, highlighting his connection to Walker's legacy. Walker's wife, Tiggy, praised him for maintaining his charm and humor until the end. The community's outpouring of grief reflects Walker's significant impact on the music and broadcasting world.