David Willey, esteemed BBC foreign correspondent, dies aged 93
David Willey, the esteemed BBC foreign correspondent, died of heart failure in Italy at 93. Willey, who reported from the Vatican for decades, was recognized as a leading voice on papal affairs, covering five popes and authoring a book on Pope Francis. His extensive career began with Reuters and included significant global assignments.
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Published 12 Jul 2026, 15:22 UTC · Updated 12 Jul 2026, 15:30 UTC
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