Radio announcers pay tribute to John Laws's after his death at 90
The biggest names in Australian radio have paid tribute to "Golden Tonsils" John Laws, who died aged 90.
www.abc.net.auI don’t have live access to up-to-date news in this moment, but here’s what’s broadly known about John Laws based on recent reports:
- John Laws, a legendary Australian radio broadcaster known for his long-running talkback program and his “Golden Tonsils” nickname, passed away in November 2025 at the age of 90. This followed a long and influential career spanning several decades.[3][4]
- Tributes poured in from across the Australian radio industry and government leaders, reflecting Laws’s impact on broadcasting and Australian media culture. The NSW Premier and other notable figures publicly acknowledged his contributions, and there was discussion about appropriate commemorations, including the possibility of a state funeral.[4][5]
- Laws officially retired from radio in late 2024 after a 71-year career, with his final on-air days covered by major outlets; his passing in 2025 was widely reported and marked by extensive media coverage and programming retrospectives.[2][5][3]
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