Michael Baggott, a beloved antiques expert from the BBC’s Flog It!, has sadly passed away after suffering a heart attack. The 65-year-old passed away in hospital on January 28, 2025, following a long battle after having a stroke in October. The news was shared in a heartfelt statement on his social media account, confirming his death.

A Long and Courageous Battle with Health Issues

The statement posted on Michael’s social media broke the tragic news, stating, “Heartbroken to share that Michael died yesterday in hospital of a heart attack following a stroke in October.” It continued, “He was a dearly loved son, brother, nephew, and uncle who will be deeply and profoundly missed. A memorial service will be held in the coming weeks, with details to be shared soon.”

Tributes Pour In from Fellow Experts and Fans

As news of Michael’s death spread, many of his colleagues and fans took to social media to pay their respects.

Charles Hanson, a fellow Bargain Hunt and Antiques Roadshow star, shared his tribute: “Rest in peace @baggottsilver, a giant of our antique industry, our ‘Arthur Negus,’ never afraid to call out ‘an expert’ who got it wrong, including myself.

Michael’s thirst for knowledge deserved far more TV time for a true and proper expert.”

Nick Hall, a Flog It! expert, tweeted, “Michael was a true connoisseur and ambassador of the antiques world, a font of knowledge and generous with his expertise.

He was a raconteur and an all-around top bloke. It was a pleasure to have known you, Michael.”

A Troubling Health Battle and Concerns Shared by Fans

In early December 2024, fans grew concerned for Michael’s health when he shared a series of distressing videos from his hospital bed.

The Flog It! star revealed that he had been bedridden at Good Hope Hospital in Birmingham for five weeks after suffering a stroke.

In one video, he expressed his frustrations, claiming he had been severely dehydrated due to insufficient water intake during his hospital stay.

He stated, “I’ve been left without any water at all, becoming badly dehydrated.

The gaps between water intake were as long as 17 hours.

I’m dying of thirst in a British NHS hospital, and no one seems prepared to do anything about it.”

Despite his struggles, Michael thanked the junior doctors and nursing staff for their efforts, although he felt that the senior management and doctors were unhelpful in his recovery.

He later updated his followers with a more optimistic message, saying he felt “slightly more hopeful” after receiving better hydration and support.

Michael’s Legacy on Flog It! and Beyond

Michael Baggott was a key figure on Flog It!, where he was known for his expertise in antique silver, early spoons, provincial silver, and other items.

Flog It!, which first aired in 2002, became a staple of BBC One’s daytime television, offering the public a chance to have their antiques appraised by a team of experts.

While Flog It! was discontinued in 2018 to make way for new programming, Michael’s legacy as a knowledgeable and passionate expert in the antiques field remains strong.

His contributions to the show and his unwavering commitment to the world of antiques have left a lasting impact on viewers and colleagues alike.

The outpouring of love and admiration for Michael Baggott highlights the profound influence he had on the British antiques industry and the many lives he touched throughout his career.

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