Memorial Held for ABC Radio Host James Valentine in Sydney
A public memorial for longtime ABC Sydney broadcaster James Valentine took place at Sydney Town Hall on Friday afternoon. Family, friends, colleagues and fans attended the event.
japantimes.co.jpA public memorial service for ABC radio host James Valentine was held at Sydney Town Hall on Friday afternoon. The event drew family members, friends, colleagues and fans to mark the broadcaster's life. Valentine hosted ABC Sydney's Afternoon program for 25 years. The 64-year-old died last month.
general Sam Mostyn and television personalities Richard Roxburgh, Julia Morris and Gretel Killeen were among those present. The gathering was described as a packed public event.
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James Valentine died at age 64.
1 sourceThe Guardian - May 29, 2026
Public memorial held at Sydney Town Hall.
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