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Derryn Hinch, 'human headline' and media figure, dies aged 82
Derryn Hinch has died after more than 60 years in the media, including as a newspaper journalist, radio broadcaster, television host and author. (Getty Images/Impressions Photography)
Derryn Hinch, the outspoken — and at times controversial — broadcaster and former senator, has died aged 82.
The barnstorming journalist was known for his distinctive broadcast style, honed over decades in the media, as well as his law-breaking crusades to expose sex offenders that earned him several stints in jail.
His death was confirmed on-air on his former radio station, 3AW.
The ABC confirmed the former senator had died in his sleep this morning.
Derryn Hinch was known for his highly opinionated approach to broadcasting. (ABC News: Matt Roberts)
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Hinch had reportedly been in poor health since a recent fall.
He was a newspaper reporter before moving into television and radio, perhaps most prominently as a presenter on Melbourne radio station 3AW.
The radio station reported on Friday that Hinch died overnight at home.
One of Hinchâs friends, 3AW host Darren James, told the network on Friday he was âyet to processâ the death.
âHe messages me every morning ⦠I didnât get the messages this morning.â
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