Tony Hart Dies – “Vision On” & Morph
January 18th, 2009 | Posted by Paul |
Tony Hart Dies – “Vision On” & Morph. Artist and children’s presenter Tony Hart has died, aged 83.
Hart, who lived in Surrey, had suffered from health problems for a number of years, including two strokes. His family said he died peacefully.
The affable presenter inspired children to paint and draw on shows like Vision On, Take Hart and Hartbeat for nearly 50 years before he retired in 2001.
Fellow artist Rolf Harris led tributes, calling Hart “a very gentle and talented guy”.
“He enthused and inspired a whole generation of kids into creating their own works of art, simple or complex.”
More of this report at the BBC
Vision On was a children’s TV programme which Tony Hart originally presented with Pat Keysell. The programme was originally called “For Deaf Children”. Pat Keysell used sign language throughout the programme. The most famous Vision On phrase being “And now it’s time for the gallery…”
Tony Hart was a very nice guy.
We used to watch Vision On, and Take Hart as kids. Tony Hart was a very talented guy and clearly loved his work.
Tony Hart, artist and children’s presenter has died, aged 83.
