Ex-Seven presenter's family shares deeply personal and life-changing news
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It's always heartbreaking when a loved one is taken away too soon, and at the Seniors Discount Club, we want to express our heartfelt condolences to the family of Bill McDonald.
The former Seven News presenter, who is now a host on 4BC radio, has suffered a deep and devastating loss.
His wife Julianne passed away on November 1 after losing her ‘courageous battle with cancer’, confirmed by her son Jordan in a touching social media post.
Jordan had nothing but love and admiration for his mother, writing in the post alongside a moving image of his hand held in Julianne's as she lay in her hospital bed, 'We love you and will miss you dearly.'
On November 2, 4BC listeners were informed of the news by McDonald's colleague Gary Hardgrove, who said on air, 'Look, I have some sad news to share with 4BC listeners this morning.'
He read Jordan’s statement on air and stated: ‘We are thinking of Bill and his family’s four sons at this dreadful and difficult time.’
The couple had been together for more than three decades and had four sons: Jordan, Hamish, William, and James.
While McDonald does not often speak about his family life on the show, his fans know of his love for his wife, and publicly dedicated special moments to her on social media.
One such moment was in December 2021, when McDonald posted a touching photo of the two of them with the caption 'Making memories'. Followers were thrilled for the couple, writing comments like: 'You two—the blueprints for marriage.'
The radio presenter also shared a wedding photo in 2022 in celebration of their 29th wedding anniversary, with the caption: ‘Thanks for choosing me. Wishing lots of love, strength & happiness to you right now.’
Followers showered them with congratulations and well-meaning messages.
But in the wake of Julianne's death, love and kind words have also been sent to the family as they navigate tragedy, rejection, and an immense feeling of loss.
People have taken to social media to express their condolences and have written, 'Sending our sincere condolences to Bill and family and all who loved her', and 'My heart goes out to Bill and his family'.
At the Seniors Discount Club, we are joining our own voices to all the other kind people who are sending love and kindness to McDonald and his family at this difficult time.
The former Seven News presenter, who is now a host on 4BC radio, has suffered a deep and devastating loss.
His wife Julianne passed away on November 1 after losing her ‘courageous battle with cancer’, confirmed by her son Jordan in a touching social media post.
Jordan had nothing but love and admiration for his mother, writing in the post alongside a moving image of his hand held in Julianne's as she lay in her hospital bed, 'We love you and will miss you dearly.'
Former Seven News presenter Bill McDonald suffered a loss last November 1 when his wife succumbed to cancer. Credit: Jordan McDonald/Facebook
On November 2, 4BC listeners were informed of the news by McDonald's colleague Gary Hardgrove, who said on air, 'Look, I have some sad news to share with 4BC listeners this morning.'
He read Jordan’s statement on air and stated: ‘We are thinking of Bill and his family’s four sons at this dreadful and difficult time.’
The couple had been together for more than three decades and had four sons: Jordan, Hamish, William, and James.
While McDonald does not often speak about his family life on the show, his fans know of his love for his wife, and publicly dedicated special moments to her on social media.
Bill McDonald posted a photograph with his wife on social media in 2021. Credit: Bill McDonald
One such moment was in December 2021, when McDonald posted a touching photo of the two of them with the caption 'Making memories'. Followers were thrilled for the couple, writing comments like: 'You two—the blueprints for marriage.'
The radio presenter also shared a wedding photo in 2022 in celebration of their 29th wedding anniversary, with the caption: ‘Thanks for choosing me. Wishing lots of love, strength & happiness to you right now.’
Followers showered them with congratulations and well-meaning messages.
But in the wake of Julianne's death, love and kind words have also been sent to the family as they navigate tragedy, rejection, and an immense feeling of loss.
People have taken to social media to express their condolences and have written, 'Sending our sincere condolences to Bill and family and all who loved her', and 'My heart goes out to Bill and his family'.
At the Seniors Discount Club, we are joining our own voices to all the other kind people who are sending love and kindness to McDonald and his family at this difficult time.
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for healing for all these families and pray for strength to heal.
