Michael Duncan Buerk, a prominent British journalist, and newsreader, rose to fame through his extensive career spanning several decades.

Buerk graced the screens as the presenter of BBC News for nearly three decades, from 1973 to 2002, and has since become a fixture on BBC Radio 4’s “The Moral Maze,” a role he’s held since 1990.

Additionally, Buerk helmed BBC One’s docudrama “999” from 1992 to 2003 and later took on the hosting duties for the TV program “Royal Recipes,” which aired for two series starting in 2017.

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Father	Gordon Carl Buerk
Mother	Betty Buerk
Brothers	Not Known
Sisters	Not Known
Boyfriends / Girlfriends	Not Known
Marital Status	Married
Partner	Christine Buerk (m. 1968)
Sons	Roland Buerk (Twins Son)
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• Born on February 18, 1946, in Solihull, Warwickshire, Buerk received his education at Solihull School, an independent institution in the West Midlands. During his school days, he actively participated in the Combined Cadet Force and represented the school in various sports.

• Despite aspiring for a career in the Royal Air Force, Buerk faced a setback when he failed an eyesight test at the selection center. He briefly worked as a head carrier before venturing into journalism.

• Buerk’s journalistic journey commenced with stints at the Bromsgrove Messenger, South Wales Echo (where he shared a residence with Sue Lawley in Cardiff), and the Daily Mail. In 1970, he joined BBC Radio Bristol as its inaugural voice before transitioning to become a network reporter for BBC News in 1973.

• Notably, Buerk served as the BBC’s South Africa correspondent from 1983 to 1987, reporting during the tumultuous final years of apartheid. His unflinching coverage of the regime’s atrocities led to his expulsion from the country after four years.

• His groundbreaking report on the Ethiopian famine in October 1984 catalyzed the Band-Aid charity record and subsequently inspired the Live Aid concerts, marking a pivotal moment in crisis reporting that influenced modern media coverage.

• Buerk’s illustrious career at the BBC included anchoring the Nine O’Clock News and the News at Ten. He notably delivered the first BBC News bulletin of the 2000s at 0100 GMT on January 1, 2000.

• Despite retiring from BBC News in 2002, Buerk continued to host various programs, making occasional appearances as a relief presenter on BBC News until 2004. He diversified his portfolio with ventures such as narrating the reality show “Pineapple Dance Studios” in 2010 and making guest appearances on “The One Show.”

• Since July 2012, Buerk has co-presented ITV’s “Britain’s Secret Treasures” with Bettany Hughes, exploring remarkable archaeological finds across Britain. He also began hosting the documentary series “Inside the National Trust” on October 6, 2013.

• Buerk’s radio presence extends to hosting BBC Radio 4’s “The Moral Maze” since 1990 and “The Choice” since 1998, showcasing his versatility across various media platforms.

• He gained further visibility through his involvement in entertainment programs such as participating in the fourteenth series of “I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!” in 2014.

• Buerk’s philanthropic endeavors include his support for organizations like the British Red Cross and his involvement in fundraising events like BBC’s Children in Need, where he showcased his musical talents.

• Buerk resides in Guildford, Surrey, with his wife Christine, with whom he shares twin sons. His son Roland, formerly a BBC journalist, survived both the South Asian tsunami in 2004 and the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami in Tokyo.

• Recognizing his outstanding contributions, Buerk has received prestigious honors such as the Golden Nymph award at the Monte Carlo festival for his impactful reports on the Ethiopian famine. He was also awarded an Honorary Degree (MA) by the University of Bath in 1991 and an honorary “Doctor of the University” degree at Surrey University in 2013.

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