BBC Newsreader Clive Myrie Reveals Death Threat Details and Emotional Toll of Prominence

BBC newsreader and journalist Clive Myrie has disclosed the distressing experience of receiving a death threat, complete with specific details outlining the type of bullet that would be used against him.

Myrie, an esteemed figure in the UK news landscape with a three-decade tenure at the BBC, shared during a Radio 4 interview the various forms of racial abuse he has encountered, ranging from receiving faeces and cards adorned with gorillas to messages targeting his appearance and presence on television.

One particularly alarming death threat directed at Myrie delved into specifics regarding the ammunition that would be employed in an attack against him, leading to profound shock and concern on his part.

Reflecting on the unsettling incident, Myrie admitted initially brushing it off as bravado until the perpetrator, who had a history of firearms offenses, was identified, raising significant apprehension about potential plans for violence.

While refraining from naming the individual behind the threat, it was later revealed that a right-wing extremist had been sentenced to 18 months for not only targeting Myrie but also directing threats towards Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton and racing commentator Jack Nicholls.

In addition to the unnerving experience of the death threat, Myrie opened up about the emotional toll of his journalistic work, particularly his coverage in conflict zones like Ukraine, where the pain, sorrow, and desperation of others deeply impact him despite his lengthy career in the field.