Don't miss a thing by getting the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox Rainbow star Freddy Marks has died at the age of 71.
The TV presenter, best known for hosting the children's show in the 80s alongside Jane Tucker and Rod Burton, passed away yesterday, The Mirror reports.
The news was announced on a Rainbow fan page on Facebook. "It is with a heavy heart that we sad to say that "Freddy Marks" from Rod, Jane and Freddy has sadly passed away yesterday," a message read. "Freddy was a very talented and funny guy who always bought a smile to everybody's face. "Our thoughts go out to his wife Jane Tucker, Rod Burton and all thier friends and family at this difficult time.