Biddy baxter biography of michael

After leaving school Michael took a job as a computer programmer, but his real passion was disco..

Joan Maureen "Biddy" Baxter, MBE (born 25 May 1933) is a British television producer, best known for editing the long-running BBC TV children's magazine show.

Michael Sundin (1 March 1961 – 23 July 1989) was an English television presenter, actor, dancer and trampolinist.

After leaving school Michael took a job as a computer programmer, but his real passion was disco.

Biddy Baxter has been done justice – a remarkable woman you might not necessarily want as your boss!

As well as a history of Biddy Baxter's life and Blue Peter, it provides historical insight into management culture, the nature of employee.

13th September 1984 - 24th June 1985

Born: 1961

Died: 24th July 1989

Presented withSimon Groom and Janet Ellis.

"The truth is Michael was one of our toughest ever presenters." Biddy Baxter.

At just 12 Michael Sundin was winning awards for trampolining, a skill that would stand him in good stead for the traditional Blue Peter audition piece - talking to camera while jumping on a trampoline.

In 1976 he became the World Synchro Champion in the 15-to-18 year old age group, alongside his partner Carl Furrer, and he went on to become a member of the British Men's National Squad.

After leaving school Michael took a job as a computer programmer, but his real passion was disco.

We're reflecting on the life of Michael Sundin, the English television presenter, award-winning trampolinist and performer.

Coming third in a national disco dancing contest, he was inspired to set up his own troupe, Midnight Fantasy.

His first big break was in the pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk at the Theatre Royal, Newcastle, opposite Barbara Windsor.

It was this role that led to him at just 20 being cast