On the 27th March 2020, Frank sadly passed away in hospital Frank was friend and fellow disability advocate. He was a very kind gentleman and a good counsel for me in all matters. Broadcast On Tuesday 22nd July 2008 - Frank Larkin Appears on Channel 4's Countdown with Des O'Connor & Carol Vorderman host the show in which contestants race against the clock to pit their wits against vowels, consonants and numbers. With Susie Dent and dictionary corner guest John Sergeant. I will sadly miss you as a mentor and a friend. All copyright remains with Yorkshire Television and ITV Productions.