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Countryfile star Matt Baker’s sad wish over premature death of friend and colleague

He felt the loss very strongly

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Countryfile and Our Dream Farm host Matt Baker has enjoyed success after success throughout his TV career.

The 46-year-old has thrived for over two decades on screen on Blue Peter, The One Show and Strictly Come Dancing.

However, Matt has previously revealed his regret over a sad loss that affected him early on in his presenting career.

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Matt spoke about a wish he had over his friend’s death (Credit: ITV)

Countryfile and Our Dream Farm star Matt Baker on friend’s shocking death

Speaking to The Big Issue, Matt recalled how he had been affected by the premature death of his friend.

He revealed in 2021 his friend was also a colleague, and worked on Blue Peter with him. Matt admitted he would like to be able to speak with his pal once again – and let him know how much he appreciated him.

Matt also noted how much he had learned from his friend and helped boost him in his line of work.

Matt said: “If I could have one last conversation with someone it would be with a cameraman friend who died prematurely. I would have liked him to know how much I valued him, what he taught me and how much confidence he gave me in the career I was about to experience.”

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Presenter Matt opened up about the loss of a friend (Credit: SplashNews.com)

Matt – who did not mention how his colleague passed away – also explained his friend was on hand for his first job abroad for the children’s series.

I still feel that heartbeat of the way we made things together back then.

He also indicated how they worked alongside each other has proved to be a lasting influence for Matt.

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Matt added emotionally: “I still feel that heartbeat of the way we made things together back then.”

Our Dream Farm with Matt Baker airs Sunday (May 26) from 4.55pm on Channel 4.

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Robert Leigh
Freelance writer