The Australian media landscape is in mourning following the death of veteran radio broadcaster John Laws at the age of 90.
Laws, whose remarkable career spanned an incredible seven decades, had only stepped back from his microphone duties last year.
According to reports from The Daily Telegraph, the iconic presenter had been receiving palliative care before he passed away on Sunday morning.
A Broadcasting Career Like No Other
John Laws enjoyed an extraordinary run in Australian radio that few could match. His career included four separate stints at Sydney station 2UE between 1957 and 2007, along with two periods at rival station 2GB.
One of the most notable moments in radio history occurred when Laws moved to 2GB following a spectacular bidding war for his services, highlighting his immense value in the industry.
Transforming Radio Ratings
The power of John Laws' presence behind the microphone was never more evident than during his return to 2UE in 1988. He achieved what many considered impossible by lifting the station from eighth position to number one in the ratings.
This ratings triumph cemented his status as Australian radio's most influential voice. He maintained his dominant position at 2UE until his departure in 2007, completing nearly two decades of ratings leadership at the station.
A Legacy That Spans Generations
John Laws remained an active force in broadcasting well into his later years, demonstrating an enduring connection with Australian listeners across multiple generations.
His decision to finally step away from daily broadcasting only last year marked the end of an era for Australian radio, closing a chapter that began in the 1950s.
The news of his passing has sparked an outpouring of tributes from colleagues, listeners, and political figures who regularly featured on his popular programs over the decades.
