Lionel Blue
British Reform rabbi, journalist and broadcaster (1930-2016) · United Kingdom · On the map · Journalists · Died at 86
Lionel Blue was a British Reform rabbi, journalist and broadcaster, described by The Guardian as "one of the most respected religious figures in the UK". He was best known for his longstanding work with the media, most notably his wry and gentle sense of humour on Thought for the Day on BBC Radio 4's Today programme.
Lionel Blue is read about 18 times a day, in 9 languages.
A typical day, 30 days to 5 July 2026
The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 60 days, one point a day.
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He was the first British rabbi publicly to declare his homosexuality.
Country
United Kingdom
Category
Journalists
Type
Journalist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1930 to 2016 · aged 86
