Jimmy Savile

Description: (DJ, Television & Radio Personality)

Sir James Wilson Vincent Savile, popularly known as Jimmy Savile, was an English DJ, radio and television personality, and fundraiser. Jimmy was one of Britain’s biggest stars who started his career playing records, followed by managing dance halls and later becoming a DJ on radio and television. He rose to fame after he started presenting the ‘BBC’ show ‘Jim’ll Fix It,’ which ran for more than 15 years. In the show, Jimmy arranged ways to fulfill the dreams of regular people, mostly, children. That clearly exhibited his love for mankind. Being a philanthropist, he was associated with several fundraisers and charity shows for which he was later awarded the ‘OBE’ in 1971. He was also knighted in 1990 for his efforts to change people’s lives. At the time of his death, he was praised for his fund-raising efforts, but hundreds of allegations of sexual abuse were made against him after his death. The police made investigations into the allegations and described him as a ‘predatory sex offender,’ who had allegedly abused more than 500 people from 1955 to 2009, most of them children and young girls.

Overview

Birthday October 31, 1926 (Scorpio)
Alternative names Sir James Wilson Vincent Savile
Height 175 cm
City Leeds, England
Died on October 29, 2011
Parents Vincent Joseph Marie Savile
Agnes Monica Savile
Relatives Christina Savile, Joan Savile, John Savile, Marjory Savile, Mary Savile, Vincent Savile

Did you know

Was Jimmy Savile a convicted criminal? Yes, after his death, it was revealed that Jimmy Savile was a prolific sex offender and had committed numerous acts of sexual abuse.
Did Jimmy Savile have any connections to the British royal family? Yes, Jimmy Savile was known to have a close relationship with the British royal family, particularly with Prince Charles and Princess Diana.
What was the impact of the Jimmy Savile scandal on the BBC? The Jimmy Savile scandal had a significant impact on the BBC, leading to internal investigations, resignations of top executives, and a loss of public trust in the broadcaster.
Were there any allegations of Jimmy Savile abusing patients in hospitals? Yes, there were numerous allegations of Jimmy Savile abusing patients, including vulnerable individuals in hospitals where he volunteered.
What was the extent of Jimmy Savile's charity work? Jimmy Savile was known for his extensive charity work and fundraising efforts, particularly for hospitals and children's organizations. However, it was later revealed that he used his charity work as a cover for his abusive behavior.
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