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crime1 year ago

"Police Discover Bodies of Missing Australian TV Presenter and Partner"

Australian police have found two bodies believed to be those of missing TV presenter Jesse Baird and his partner Luke Davies, after a police officer, Beaumont Lamarre-Condon, revealed the location. Lamarre-Condon was arrested on suspicion of murder, with police alleging that he killed the couple at Baird's home and disposed of their bodies. The arrest has sparked public debate about access to firearms, and the NSW police have been disinvited to Sydney’s Mardi Gras celebrations. Baird was a presenter on Network 10, while Davies was a flight attendant for Qantas.

via Deadline|
#australia#crime#domestic-violence
world-news1 year ago

Ukrainian TV Presenter Quits Live Broadcast to Join Army and Fight Putin

Ukrainian TV presenter Orest Drymalovsky, 29, announced his departure from his news show to join the Ukrainian army in response to the country's mobilization call amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. He urged viewers to believe in and support the Armed Forces of Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of defending the state. Drymalovsky expressed his commitment to staying in Ukraine, building a family, and contributing to the country's future, while acknowledging his fear and preparing for his military service.

via Daily Mail|
#armed-forces#mobilization#tv-presenter
entertainment2 years ago

Holly Willoughby's Shocking Departure from 'This Morning' Amidst Kidnap Plot Threats

Holly Willoughby is leaving the ITV show "This Morning" after 14 years, citing personal reasons. Her departure follows a police investigation into a foiled kidnap plot targeting the presenter. Willoughby expressed gratitude to the show's staff and guests in a statement, and her exit comes after her former co-star Phillip Schofield left the show earlier this year amidst a scandal.

via Deadline|
#departure#entertainment#holly-willoughby
obituary2 years ago

Convicted sex offender and former TV presenter Rolf Harris dies at 93.

Former TV presenter Rolf Harris, who was convicted of sexual assault against young girls, has died at the age of 93. Harris was a household name in the UK and presented a number of popular TV shows, including "The Rolf Harris Show" and "Animal Hospital". He was sentenced to almost six years in prison in 2014 after being found guilty of 12 assaults on four girls. Harris had been living as a recluse in his Berkshire home since his release from prison in 2017 and was believed to have been seriously ill with neck cancer.

via Marca English|
#death#obituary#paedophile
obituary2 years ago

MasterChef Australia Judge Jock Zonfrillo Passes Away at 46

Jock Zonfrillo, a Scottish TV presenter and former chef, known for his recent role as a judge on “MasterChef Australia,” has died suddenly at the age of 46. No cause of death was disclosed. Zonfrillo led a colorful and controversial life, with his Orana Foundation and the bankruptcy of his two Adelaide restaurants being the subject of controversy. He was married three times and reportedly met his third wife, Lauren Fried, via Twitter. Zonfrillo was described as a loving father, husband, brother, and son, and will be greatly missed.

via Variety|
#chef#jock-zonfrillo#masterchef-australia
obituary2 years ago

Beloved British TV host and comedian Paul O'Grady dies at 67.

Paul O'Grady, the comedian and TV presenter known for his drag alter ego Lily Savage and his love of animals, has died at the age of 66. O'Grady began his career as a social worker before becoming a successful comedian and TV personality, hosting shows such as Blankety Blank and The Paul O'Grady Show. He was also a passionate advocate for animal rights and an ambassador for Battersea Dogs & Cats Home. O'Grady's death has been met with an outpouring of tributes from fans and colleagues alike.

via BBC|
#animal-lover#lgbtq-icon#lily-savage