Magenta Devine\, TV presenter\, dies at 61

Magenta Devine, TV presenter, dies at 61

Magenta Devine
Image caption The TV presenter was rarely seen without her trademark sunglasses

TV presenter Magenta Devine, known for her appearances on ITV's Network 7 and BBC Two's Rough Guides to the World, has died following a short illness.

According to her family, the 61-year-old had been undergoing treatment at a central London hospital.

Known for her sunglasses and stylish attire, Devine - real name Kim Taylor - was born in Hemel Hempstead in 1957.

Her other credits include presenting ITV documentary series Young, Gifted and Broke from 1999 to 2001.

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