on 26 November 2020. At the time of his departure, Simmons was believed to be one of the longest-serving continuity announcers on any television channel in the UK and Ireland - and the longest-serving announcer on the ITV network. Other appearances In addition to his presenting career at UTV, Simmons starred in the film Wild About Harry'', playing the role of Michael Bay. Personal life Simmons currently lives in Belfast. In an interview in 2008, Simmons announced that he was gay. In 2011, Simmons underwent surgery for a quadruple heart bypass. He returned to his announcing role at UTV on 3 November 2011 after a four-month break. References External links 1952 births Living people LGBT entertainers from Northern Ireland Television presenters from Northern Ireland Radio and television announcers UTV (TV channel) People educated at Methodist College Belfast Television personalities from Belfast LGBT broadcasters from Northern Ireland Gay men from Northern Ireland