Philip Brady Australian media personality passes away at 85
Philip Brady, a renowned Australian media personality, has passed away at 85. He fought cancer and had a remarkable career spanning 67 years in radio and television.
Australian media personality, radio and television identity, Philip Brady has died at the age of 85.
In an email sent to staff, 3AW station manager Stephen Beers said Mr Brady had a short battle with cancer but his spirits were always high while going through treatment.
“Philip had an amazing career in both radio and television dating back to 1958 at GTV 9,” Mr Beers said.
Mr Brady started working at 3AW in 1971 as a weekend disc jockey and had only just announced his retirement nine days ago.
“It's come to this after 67 years in the business, I’m quitting and I’m very sad to be leaving you,” he said in a recorded message that was aired to listeners on February 2nd.
“It's time to move over and give the younger guys a go,” he said.
Mr Brady provided voiceovers on Channel 9 and worked alongside the likes of Graham Kennedy, Bert Newton and Steve Vizard.
In 2023 he was awarded an Order of Australia medal for his service to the broadcast and media industry.
He is also a life-time supporter of The Epilepsy Foundation of Victoria.
