The acclaimed wildlife cameraman and photographer Doug Allan has died while trekking in Nepal. Allan, 74, was principal cameraman on a number of BBC programmes including The Blue Planet, Blue Planet II, Planet Earth, and Frozen Planet, and spent much of his career working alongside Sir David Attenborough. He won eight Emmy Awards for his work and was made an OBE for services to broadcast media and environmental awareness in 2024. Allan's management company stated that he had died 'immersed in nature and surrounded by friends.' In a heartfelt tribute, Jo Sarsby Management described him as a 'true pioneer of wildlife filmmaking' who captured some of the most breathtaking and intimate images of the natural world. They emphasized that he leaves behind a visual legacy that few could ever match, inspiring awe and respect for the planet. Allan was born in 1951 in Dunfermline, Fife, where his passion for snorkeling and diving was sparked by Jacques Cousteau's documentary film, The Silent World. He graduated with a degree in marine biology and began his career as a research diver with the British Antarctic Survey. It was in 1981 that his career truly took off after being introduced to Sir David Attenborough, leading to his work on the documentary series Living Planet. Throughout his career, he focused on showcasing wildlife in extreme environments, earning numerous awards and accolades, including the Outstanding Contribution to Craft prize from Bafta Scotland in 2017. Allan's passion extended beyond filming; he actively campaigned for environmental causes and had recently advocated for an 'ecocide' bill in Scotland aimed at protecting the environment. His memorable encounters with wildlife, detailed in various interviews, showcased his deep commitment to nature and storytelling through film.