Brian Wilshire, Influential TV Host, Dies Aged 81 with Tributes from Colleagues
# Controversial TV Host Brian Wilshire Passes Away, Colleagues Pay Tribute on Air
## Brian Wilshire, known for his polarizing presence, has died at the age of 81.
Brian Wilshire, a prominent television personality, has sadly died at the age of 81. His passing was announced by his distraught colleagues during a recent broadcast, where they expressed their heartache over the loss of such a significant figure in the entertainment industry.
Wilshire’s contributions spanned decades, making him a familiar voice across Australian radio. His co-host Michael McLaren shared his regrets about their last conversation, saying, "I'm ashamed to say I didn't even know he had been unwell. In fact, I don't think too many people did." This sentiment echoed the shock felt throughout the broadcasting community.
On air, fellow host Jason Morrison reflected on their interactions. He recounted, "I sent him a message about a month ago and I told him everything that was happening in my life. That I was now a father of a little girl and that I hoped everything was going well with him and his wife, Ruth, and the kids." Morrison further expressed the painful realization that he had left things too late, noting, "But just after midday yesterday I'd realised I'd left my run too late and it's going to be something I regret for the rest of my days."
Morrison described Wilshire as "a lovely man and one of the gentlemen of the radio business." He highlighted the lack of recognition Wilshire received, stating, "Brian probably never got the recognition he deserved - but no one has held the air on the station for as many years as he did." These heartfelt tributes underscore the impact Wilshire had on those around him and the music and broadcasting community at large.