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Keys shows off his huge TV screen which he likes to watch football on - when he is not presenting, Keys says he bought himself the television as a present to himself when he moved out to Doha, Keys points to his cat Millie who he says he found in a dustbin in Doha. For a couple of months I was my sister. A light bulb appears in his head. They were heard to joke that women didn't understand the offside rule. The pair left Sky in 2011 after tapes were leaked of the presenters making derogatory and sexist remarks about female assistant referee Sian Massey, as well as making inappropriate comments and sexual innuendos to colleagues. There was a time when Grays excitement levels would have been soared at the notion of meeting for a wee supperette and a glass of fizzy wine. These days hes sparkling at the prospect of getting all his inoculations again, given the impact of chemotherapy is to leave them flatter than a week-old bottle of uncorked Irn Bru. We are all very much more careful, those of us of a certain age, Keys smiles. While it has become fashionable to dismiss them as fossilised relics, they retain an enviable network, counting Arsene Wenger and John Terry as close friends. Andy and I were easy targets. "I was prematurely gray at 23. Tributes have flooded in on social media from colleagues and fans alike, with many calling Andy a national treasure. As People's World's Most Beautiful woman in 2011, Jennifer, now 48, revealed that she went gray in her 20s. Johnny Nicholson. On this channel, you'll find vlog-style content . Although one of the things Im doing in January is taking my daughter and granddaughter to Disneyland in Florida. But the Mandy Gray label was entirely appropriate and youre right to hint at gender realignment because in a way I had become a woman. How so? "And Andy had to explain to her, It was absolutely nothing to do with you. I was brought up by a mother on her own. Who is Andy Gray? Please review our, You need to be a subscriber to join the conversation. River City star Andy Gray has died at the age of 61 following a battle with a rare cancer, which promopted him to exit the soap in 2018. I had to then go away and phone my daughter Clare who had just had a baby girl. Andy Gray was aghast. I dont intend to see her in court, but I think there are things that can be settled away from that., Gray added: I was really disappointed. The comic book superfan wants to feel like Superman again. . The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. After all, he has played a few camp roles. We are doing this to improve the experience forour loyalreaders and we believe it will reduce the ability of trolls and troublemakers, who occasionally find their way onto our site, to abuse our journalists and readers. View our online Press Pack. River City star Andy Gray has died at the age of 61. I dont understand it either. For much of this interview, conducted in two sessions, the former Everton striker, 66, stays true to his avuncular, irrepressible TV persona. [10] Despite angry petitions from Everton fans wanting to keep Gray at Goodison Park, he left the club on 10 July 1985, returning to Aston Villa in a 150,000 deal. Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.". Hypocrite!. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, 1st Floor, Chartist Tower, Upper Dock Street, Newport, Wales, NP20 1DW Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. In June 2013, Al Jazeera agreed a contract with Keys and Andy Gray. If the doctors tell me what not to do I listen to them.. And isnt that a good plot for a comedy play?. Id like to be more like Keysy and say, F--- the lot of you., During an extensive 2-hour interview, which you can read in full below, the pair give their views on everything from the state of Sky punditry to their defence of Qatars right to host next months World Cup. When we came it was comforting, we have been here two years now, so it is not quite so important., Next stop in the living room is a large model of the Titanic, the impressive passenger liner that sank on its maiden voyage between Southampton and New York in September 1912. Being on the television presenting football may not leave Keys much time to relax in front of the box but when he does, he makes sure it is in front of a state of the art screen. Main Channel - His main channel, where highlights go. Thanks for ringing in the New Year 2019 at the Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel & Villas Andy! Just when they thought they had put a sufficient gap between themselves and their tumultuous downfall on British television, Gabby Logan published her memoir this month. We are making the subscriber-only change to support our valued readers, who tell us they don't want the site cluttered up with irrelevant comments, untruths and abuse. Straining under the weight of those memories. The legendary Andy Gray! And I want to be able to spend time with Tamara and my close friends.. The UK has taken 500 years to get where it is. In the past, the journalists job was to collect and distribute information to the audience. His full international debut came on 17 December 1975 in a 11 draw with Romania. As a child, Andy is portrayed as an eager, imaginative boy who lives with his mother and younger sister Molly; his father is never seen or mentioned in the films. Luckily, I had a boss at Sky, Andy Melvin, who taught me: Dont just criticise, tell me why its bad and why it might get better. Look at how Harry Maguire is being beaten up. And the TV anchor opened his doors to let the cameras in to show off his home away from home in the capital of Qatar in something reminiscent of MTVs Cribs series. Gray was the lead football pundit for Sky Sports (since it began its broadcast of the Premier League in August 1992) and was the channel's co-commentator for nearly 19 years (often working alongside Martin Tyler) until his dismissal in January 2011, following multiple allegations of sexism. Ive got three daughters, for f---s sake, and Im supposed to be a sexist? The Perth-based actor played Pete Galloway on the popular BBC Scotland soap. If the tapes of their off-air indiscretions at Sky made them pariahs in the UK, they are accorded a reception by their Qatari hosts akin to princes. They asked, Will you sponsor us? I said, Yeah, but I dont want Richard Keys on there. 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But how dramatically has being seriously ill changed his outlook on life? Believing that his microphone was switched off, Gray commented to co-host Richard Keys: "Can you believe that? My lifes about today and tomorrow, not 10 years ago. As you may or may not have guessed these are all items in former Sky Sports presenter Richard Keys Middle East home. He is 6 years old in his debut and is the owner of Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and the other toys, which he treats with a large amount of love. A Gannett Company. I have quite a strong work ethic but I was having a sleep in between scenes, then when I got home I was exhausted., Grays career had been defined by his madcap energy, on stage and in real life, which is reflected in his speech; hes too busy rushing through life to deal with diction. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Outside the consulting room the tears flowed. He then explained how the two presenters had bumped into Massey recently and that they 'all laughed over the incident'. Meantime, he reflected on the life hed lived. Ive had this conversation with Wenger. But when they told me I had about two years to live at that point it became a no-brainer., He adds: I also came to realise my mothers chemo situation had come about ten years ago when these transplants were not really available to people over 50., He sighs: I was so lucky as well in that my sister was a 100 per cent match.. I cant win. It's the big Merseyside derby this weekend and if it was 2010 it would've been brought to us on television by two men who . Yes, Ive had two very clear reminders Im not 28 any more, he laughs. [25] This is no exaggeration: Gray was so shaken by Logans intervention that he almost pulled out of the interview at the last minute. VideoThe secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure, LGBT troops take love for Eurovision to front line, Why an Indian comedian is challenging fake news rules. There is also a gentle side to him, an eloquence. I dont speak to the British papers., Ever, Gray adds, firmly. Yet, at the same time it will be hard to turn down work. I dont intend to spend too much time in the dressing room while the others are up on stage getting laughs. Come on. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. A London telephone box, a Union Jack mirror and a model of the Titanic who lives in a house like this? Andie MacDowell showed off her gray hair on" The Drew Barrymore Show." The silver look is a product of quarantine and the actress is really "enjoying it." His 29 goals helped Villa to a fourth-place finish and victory in the League Cup, and earned him the PFA Young Player of the Year and PFA Players' Player of the Year awards, a double matched by Cristiano Ronaldo in 2009 and Gareth Bale in 2013. Hes excited at the very idea of returning to his spiritual home. Richard Keys and Andy Gray have rubbished Gabby Logan's claims of historic sexism, insisting they are "easy targets".In their first joint interview with a British newspaper for more than 10 . This is the man who before this chat had been posing for pictures outside his Perth mancave, which is essentially a nice back garden hut filled with lots of Batman memorabilia. [21] Barney Francis, Sky Sports' managing director, said Gray was dismissed "in response to new evidence of unacceptable and offensive behaviour in an off-air incident that took place in December 2010". When he returned to the stage of the Kings Theatre in Edinburgh for their 2019 panto, it was an emotional milestone. For example, of the UKs major parties, he declares: I wouldnt vote for any of them. BBC Scotland director Steve Carson said: We are deeply saddened by the news that one of Scotlands much lovedcomedyactors and close friend to many at BBC Scotland has passed away.. Ive been very happy to be a Mandy, he says, laughing. She added: "Not only was he an exceptional actor and entertainer who brought so much joy to so many people, he was an extraordinary man. Read about our approach to external linking. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Its easy to have a go at us. He was not selected for any of Scotland's World Cup squads during his playing days. Barry Gibb, Robin Gibb and Maurice Gibb were appearing on Cilla Black's Christmas when they invited their wives and children to join them for a beautiful rendition of 'Silent Night'. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Discover Andy Gray's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career. Andy Gray during a break in rehearsals for a play at Oran Mor, Glasgow. River City star Andy Gray, who has died, left his role as Pete Galloway on the popular BBC Scotland soap in 2018, after he was diagnosed with a rare type of blood cancer. She said, Well, Dad, now its my turn to take care of you, and that cracked me up. 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Gabby Logan's sexism accusations hurt the pair, who have rebuilt their careers in Qatar a country they say deserves to host the World Cup, Richard Keys and Andy Gray have rubbished Gabby Logans claims of historic sexism, insisting they are "easy targets". But if Gary wants to come and continue to raise awareness in the way he has been doing, fine. What happened to me was recorded on a telephone in that studio, it seems to me it was done with a specific purpose.". Gray scored in the final against Watford in controversial fashion by heading the ball out of the Watford's goalkeeper's hands. His home in Key Biscayne (FL) is also featured on this site. Find out more, Gray and Keys continue to broadcast to millions, with beIn Sports, Logan's first high-profile job was at Sky Sports, where Keys and Gray were the big beasts, Gray and Keys live moments away from each other in one of the most exclusive parts of Qatar, Keys, left, at the Wolves v Liverpool fixtures at which he made comments about Sian Massey, the assistant referee, Sir Jim Ratcliffe: Give me immediate control of Man Utd transfers, Dock teams points for Klopp-like behaviour referees group, Leeds board consider sacking Javi Gracia as players apologise for snubbing fans in viral video, Referees body refutes Jurgen Klopp claims that Paul Tierney has anti-Liverpool agenda, Newcastle receive double boost in hunt for Champions League, Arsenal women have sold out the Emirates this did not happen by accident, turbulent days of the Premier Leagues inception. Gray was born in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. Keys moves into the bedroom to show off his cupboards that are full of suits and shirts and explains how he picks which one to wear. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Ive known him since he was 25, and I know which buttons to push, whats going to annoy him. He spent two seasons with the Merseyside club, winning the FA Cup in May 1984. Andy left River City in 2018, after he was diagnosed with a rare type of blood cancer, MDS or Myelodysplastic syndromes. VIDEO: Scroll down to take a tour round Richard Keys' home, TV presenter Richard Keys let the TV cameras into his Doha home to show them around, Keys shows fellow BeIn Sports presenter Nicky Crosby round his home in the Middle East. Richard Keys and Andy Gray, posing for pictures here on the sun-drenched terrace at Doha Golf Club, their precious sanctuary, spin around, nonplussed. Born in Glasgow and with a mother from the Isle of Lewis,[5] Gray started his professional career as a player with Dundee United, where he scored 36 goals in 62 appearances He also played for Dundee United in the 1974 Scottish Cup Final finishing on the losing side as Celtic ran out 3-0 winners. . From my balcony, I can see five stadiums, Keys says. For other inquiries, Contact Us. So was getting transfusions every week and I felt like s***. He smiles, Im not a very patient patient.. We had decided to go after them with Soccer Saturday and he worried, We shouldnt be doing that. I said, What are you talking about? Andrew Mullen Gray (born 30 November 1955) is a Scottish football broadcaster and former player. One of Gray's first senior appearances came for Leeds United in the 1996 League Cup final, when he was 18 years old. Indeed, Andy Grays business card reveals the Bat symbol. I miss going on stage, but I think Im not going to do things professionally that make me unhappy. Best known for his role as Pete Galloway in the Scottish drama, he was diagnosed with a rare type of blood cancer, MDS or Myelodysplastic syndromes. Keys and Gray had been there for 20 years but they still glowed with the fame of the job . River City star Andy Gray has died at the age of 61. But if everyone asked why, Andy and I would never have had a career. But its not that were inseparable. I have to have [my roots] touched up every couple of . He retreated to his home in Perthshire and took the time to recover. Shes kept me alive.. Gray was sacked following the release of the video showing him making inappropriate comments to the presenter Charlotte Jackson. In October 1975, at the age of 19, he moved south to Aston Villa (newly promoted to the First Division) for 110,000 and was joint winner of England's golden boot with Arsenal's Malcolm Macdonald in 197677. If you leave here and say, Hes a p---k and you wouldnt be the first then at least weve sat together for a couple of hours. [28][29] Gray was previously married to Vanessa Taylor and Jacqueline Cherry, and also had relationships with Sara Matthews and Janet Trigg. [18], In January 2011, Gray was forced to apologise for comments he made about a female assistant referee, Sian Massey, in a Premier League match. The actor has been making us a laugh fit to burst since he exploded onto the theatre scene with Perth Rep back in the early 1980s, his Borderline Theatre work a delight to behold. Do I enjoy his company? The comments below have been moderated in advance. So dont ever think that it was.". I want to move on with my life.. "One of the finest our country has ever had the pleasure to experience and we were so lucky to have had the time we did with you. Thats for sure. His birth certificate may have said 59 years old but his head told him he was 28. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. I did more for her, in the early part of her career, than anybody, he told Telegraph Sport. The doctors also told him about the risk that comes with the transplant. Ive never been able to get my head around it. Not everything in football is s---. He commentated for BBC Radio 5 Live in the 2002 World Cup and for ESPN in Euro 2008. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. Gray has always said he was a committed atheist. But gradually my strength has been coming back.. Thats what were here for. Video, The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure, Explosion derails train in Russian border region, Banana artwork in Seoul museum eaten by visitor, NFL player's daughter, aged two, drowns in pool, Trump says 'great to be home' on visit to Scotland, Father tells how gunman opened fire on Texas home, JP Morgan snaps up troubled US bank First Republic, Trevelyan relative 'would consider' famine payment. Yet, he wont be quite the Andy Gray of old. 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