The Four Horsemen 26 Posted May 13, 2004 According to today's Guardian, Magnus Magnusson has been in hospital for some emergency surgery - anyone know any more? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Death Watch Beatle 41 Posted May 13, 2004 I've found this link to a news story, but it stills seems fairly vague as to the exact nature of the problem. http://www.theherald.co.uk/news/15977.html DWB Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Spacebat Posted May 13, 2004 Oi! Leave Magnuss out of this list! The man is immortal! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Four Horsemen 26 Posted May 13, 2004 When he does go, will they be sending him off in a blazing longship from Shetland? Maybe strapped to the black chair? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stayin Alive 26 Posted May 14, 2004 I meant to post this too when I heard about it. SpaceBat - I have some bad news regarding the immortality of Magnus. Basically, like, he isn't. We've started, so we'll finish. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Yeti 14 Posted May 16, 2004 'I've departed, so I'm finished' ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Laptoploon 0 Posted May 16, 2004 I meant to post this too when I heard about it. SpaceBat - I have some bad news regarding the immortality of Magnus. Basically, like, he isn't. We've started, so we'll finish. Oh I dunno. It's my plan to live forever. So far the plan is working just fine. Laptop - older than Methusela's dad Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
papalazaroo 0 Posted May 23, 2004 just found this article on the master mind. http://news.scotsman.com/celebrities.cfm?id=543762004 I've Started so I'll finish! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Lou Siffa Posted May 23, 2004 That doesn't sound too critical to me. He could well live for another ten years or so... I wonder how Bamber Gascoigne's doing these days (NO CONFERRING)... he's 72 years of age. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
honez 79 Posted May 24, 2004 ...and speaking of Magnuses... I'm presuming Dr Magnus Pike (quite possibly the maddest scientist of them all), is flailing his arms no longer. Can anyone confirm he's definitely gone to the great singularity in the sky? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Soul Destroyer Posted May 24, 2004 That doesn't sound too critical to me. He could well live for another ten years or so... I wonder how Bamber Gascoigne's doing these days (NO CONFERRING)... he's 72 years of age. Starter for ten... Bamber's in fine health! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Guest_guest Posted May 24, 2004 To answer honez query I found this re Magnus Pike : http://uk.imdb.com/name/nm0701475/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grim Reaper 186 Posted May 24, 2004 Magnus Pyke (note spelling) was actually on the 1991 Deathlist but was dropped for the 1992 list - the year he expired - Doh! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadMac 98 Posted December 23, 2004 Another strong contender, aged 75. [Merged by DWB] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Octopus of Odstock 2,203 Posted October 12, 2006 He has cancer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tempus Fugit 214 Posted October 12, 2006 He has cancer. That article is so damn vague, have these people no consideration for deadpoolers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canadian Paul 97 Posted October 12, 2006 He has cancer. What a sucky birthday gift. "Happy Birthday. You have cancer." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,657 Posted October 12, 2006 A statement from the family said the presenter was undergoing tests, but was "in good fettle". Hmm, not about to alter me deadpool picks on that basis. DL 2008 mind.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,233 Posted October 12, 2006 Thats Magnus? I always thought he presented 15-1? Oh well he is on my CPDDP (whatever). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phantom 2,535 Posted October 12, 2006 Thats Magnus?I always thought he presented 15-1? Oh well he is on my CPDDP (whatever). You're thinking of William G Stewart It is a very vague article, would be nice if they told us what form of cancer he is being treated for Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drive-by Flatterer 1 Posted October 13, 2006 I searched and couldn't find mention of Magnus Magnusson on the forum - so - http://www.theherald.co.uk/news/72069.html Quote: "MAGNUS Magnusson, the former Mastermind presenter, has been diagnosed with cancer, it was announced yesterday. A statement released by his family said the author, historian and journalist, who turned 77 yesterday, was undergoing tests but was "in good fettle". He's started, is he finished? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vinegar Tits 606 Posted October 13, 2006 Not that I'm bragging or anything, but I queried this way back in May... Posted on: May 30 2006, 08:16 PM I don't know if it means anything but somebody at work has just done an obit for Magnus Magnusson (b 1929). I only know this because she blurted out loudly: "Oh, is he dead then?" I had a quick snifter at it and it does mention something about "while in failing health...". Now obviously for someone as high profile as Mr I've Started So I'll Finish they'd need an obit ready for same day web/next day newspaper publication but maybe he's going to 'pass' fairly soonish. The 'somebody' was me, just in case Melvyn Bragg (who did the obit) visits this place, as we're supposed to be fairly discreet and not asfter putting the phone down go running off to Popbitch or this place. Oops. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,657 Posted January 7, 2007 Dead full story on the way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Octopus of Odstock 2,203 Posted January 7, 2007 Bollocks. Firstly, a great shame. Professional, but with a cheeky glint in his eye, I always liked his presenting style. Secondly, one of those picks who I am now thinking "Why didn't I include them..." Well, I know why. It's because the type of cancer was never revealed. I even looked on December 30th before submitting my team, but no go. I also thought he might hang on longer as he was, before his cancer, remarkably well for his age. But my indecision I'm sure was not a problem for others, and I am sure he will be the first big hit of the DDP this year. Oh, by the way, BBC Link Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,233 Posted January 7, 2007 I think I had him on Canadian Paul's deadpool. Can't remember. He almost made it onto my DDP but not quite, which is a shame. He may also be on my 'shadow list' which will be competing against rotten ali... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
