Judith Chalmers, Iconic TV Presenter of *Wish You Were Here*, Dies at 90

Judith Chalmers, the beloved television presenter best known for her decades-long role as the host of ITV’s *Wish You Were Here*, has died at the age of 90. The news was confirmed by her family, who announced her passing on Friday, May 22, 2026. Chalmers died peacefully at her home on Thursday, May 21, following a decline in health linked to Alzheimer’s disease, which she had lived with in her later years.

A Career Spanning Decades

Chalmers began her broadcasting career at the age of 13 with the BBC, quickly rising to prominence as a versatile and charismatic presenter. She gained widespread recognition for her work on *Family Favourites*, a popular music and entertainment program, before becoming the face of *Wish You Were Here* from 1974 to 2003. The travel series, which took viewers on journeys to exotic locations, cemented her status as a household name in the UK.

Known for her infectious enthusiasm and dedication to her craft, Chalmers once humorously revealed in 2008 that she “always went commando”