Derryn Hinch, broadcaster once known as ‘the human headline’, dies age 82
Australian media personality and former senator Derryn Hinch has died at the age of 82. Known as 'the human headline,' Hinch was a prominent figure in radio and television, particularly for his work on Melbourne's 3AW.
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Hinch was a significant figure in Australian media and politics, known for his provocative style and long-standing career.
Derryn Hinch in the 3AW studios in 2012. The station confirmed the death of the media figure on Friday. Photograph: AAP Derryn Hinch in the 3AW studios in 2012. The station confirmed the death of the media figure on Friday. Photograph: AAP Australian media Derryn Hinch, broadcaster once known as ‘the human headline’, dies age 82 Media figure and former senator died overnight at home, with radio station 3AW leading tributes
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Prefer the Guardian on Google Derryn Hinch, the former journalist and senator, has died aged 82.
Hinch had reportedly been in poor health since a recent fall.
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