George Negusa veteran Australian journalistBroadcaster and author dies aged 82 after fighting Alzheimer’s disease. Negus’ family said he “passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones” and expressed gratitude for the support of medical staff.
Negus’ son Ned revealed last month that Negus was diagnosed with the disease five years ago and has become unable to speak.
Heather EwartA fellow journalist who worked with Negus reflected on his situation and said, as ABC Australia “still struggles to understand” his death.
Dementia Australia Recognize Negus for his efforts in raising awareness about dementia and note the impact of his work on individuals affected by the disease.
Negus Journalism It started with The Australian and The Australian Financial Review. He gained recognition as press secretary to Attorney-General Lionel Murphy during the Whitlam government after leaks of an investigation into ASIO headquarters in 1973.
Negus became well-known for his performances on ABC’s “This Day Tonight” and “60 Minutes.” Ray Martin and Negus 60 minutesremembering him as “larger than life” and “a great journalist: very ethical, loved telling stories and loved people.”
Negus also hosted the first episode of ABC’s “Foreign Correspondent” in 1992 and continued to host the show until 1999. and George Negus Tonight.
Negus won Walkley Award 2021 Awards for Most Outstanding Contribution to Journalism.
Negus also had a major impact on Australian football, serving on the Australian Football Association board australian football 1995 to 1999.
The veteran journalist is survived by his wife Kirsty Cockburn, their sons Ned and Serge and grandchildren. His family encourages fans to pay tribute to him in their own way.
