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.auHere’s the latest I can share based on recent public reporting.
Overview
- John Laws, the long-time Australian radio broadcaster known as “Golden Tonsils,” passed away at age 90 on November 9, 2025, in Sydney. His death was widely reported by multiple outlets, and tributes from prominent figures followed.[4][5]
Key developments after his death
- Tributes and public reaction: Major Australian radio personalities and officials publicly honored Laws, highlighting his seven-decade career and influence on the industry.[5][4]
- Potential state recognition: Australian authorities discussed formal tributes; NSW Premier stated openness to a state funeral or memorial, with family input guiding the exact arrangements.[5]
- Memorial coverage: Subsequent media coverage detailed funeral arrangements and reflections on Laws’s impact on talkback radio in Australia.[6][7][8]
Notes and context
- Laws’s career included a 71-year tenure on air, making him one of Australia’s most recognizable radio voices. His retirement in 2024 was noted in industry press before his passing in 2025.[2][4]
- Wikipedia and major outlets corroborate the timeline: retirement in 2024, death in 2025, and widespread tributes thereafter.[4][5]
Would you like a concise timeline of key dates and a quick summary of the tributes, or a short list of sources to read more deeply? I can also pull current local coverage from Buffalo-area outlets if you want cross-border perspectives.