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It’s a terribly sad day for broadcasting today as news emerges of Derek Watts’ death.
His former Carte Blanche co-host Ruda Landman confirmed that Watts died on Tuesday morning after battling lung cancer.
His family will release a statement soon, but request privacy at the moment.
Veteran journalist Derek Watts has died. | @Cebo_Bhengu https://t.co/wKOkr9jj1j
— News24 (@News24) August 22, 2023
🔴JUST IN🔴
📺💔 Saddened by the loss of legendary broadcaster Derek Watts, who bravely fought against cancer. His impactful career and warm presence on and off screen will forever be remembered. Our hearts are with his loved ones during this time. #RIPDerekWatts #InMemoriam pic.twitter.com/4jYeKAPQAl
— Sandton Chronicle (@Sandton_News) August 22, 2023
BREAKING NEWS
CarteBlanche Renowned journalist Derek Watts has died of cancer#RIPDerekWatts pic.twitter.com/BoFegdhGNm
— News Live SA (@newslivesa) August 22, 2023
Rest in peace.
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