Tim Emson, the auctioneer who appears on the BBC property programme “Homes Under the Hammer,” dies at the age of 79. Multiple reports state he has been a familiar figure on the show for more than two decades and that his work has been watched by large television audiences over that period. The reports add that he dies peacefully on Wednesday, with his family by his side. The articles do not provide further details about the cause of death or any plans for memorial services. Emson’s long-running role on the programme made him part of the show’s recurring format, where property auctions and sales are discussed following the outcomes for previous listings. The reports focus on his death and his tenure on the series, rather than on additional personal or professional milestones beyond the show. No conflicting accounts are presented in the provided sources.