Pretoria: Government has extended its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of veteran broadcaster Darren Scott, who has passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Scott was diagnosed with stage 4 malignant melanoma, a battle he fought for many years.
According to South African Government News Agency, the Hot 102.7FM presenter was a household name whose voice and presence shaped South African radio for over four decades. In a statement, Government Communication and Information System Acting Director-General Nomonde Mnukwa expressed that Scott’s legacy as a broadcaster and passionate storyteller will be forever remembered. His talent and versatility earned him over 30 Liberty Radio Award nominations and 14 wins, including multiple Best Breakfast Presenter accolades.
On Tuesday, Hot 102.7FM stated that Scott was a beloved voice on the airwaves who had shown grit, humour, and determination in dealing with his illness. The station noted he will be remembered for his passion for radio, wit, creativity, and charitable work.
Scott marked 40 years in radio last year and was inducted into the Radio Awards Hall of Fame, which Hot 102.7FM described as a fitting honour for a man who gave everything to the medium he loved. The station added that Scott was many things: a gifted communicator, a music lover, a sports encyclopaedia, a deeply spiritual soul, and a loyal friend. But above all, he was radio.
Over the course of four decades, Scott made his mark at some of the country’s most recognisable stations, from Radio Bop and 5FM to Jacaranda, East Coast Radio, and eventually HOT 102.7FM, where his voice became a cornerstone of the brand.