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A blast from the past!

Derek Bond was a British newsreader who worked for the BBC from 1965 to 2003. He was a familiar face on BBC News and Current Affairs programs, particularly on the BBC News at Six and the BBC News at Ten.

According to the BBC's website, Derek Bond retired from the BBC in 2003, after a career spanning nearly 40 years. During his time at the BBC, he covered many significant events, including the Apollo 11 moon landing, the fall of the Berlin Wall, and the death of Princess Diana.

Bond was known for his calm and authoritative style, and was widely respected by his colleagues and audiences alike. He was also a popular figure on BBC Radio, presenting programs such as the Today program and the World at One.

After his retirement from the BBC, Bond continued to work in broadcasting, presenting programs for various networks and organizations. He passed away in 2018, at the age of 83.