Cape Town – Tributes poured in on Tuesday following the death of veteran broadcaster Darren Scott, who passed away that morning after a prolonged battle with cancer.
He was aged 61.
Widely respected in the radio industry, Scott worked at several major stations including Radio Bop, 5FM, East Coast Radio, Jacaranda FM, and HOT 102.7FM.
Scott had been in the United States with his children but returned to South Africa to work and fund his treatment, The Citizen reported.
He celebrated 40 years in radio last year and was inducted into the Radio Awards Hall of Fame.
According to Jacaranda FM, he is survived by his sons, Mark and Matthew.
Rest in peace Darren Scott, the Man, the Legend! #DJ #TVhost #Comedian #gonebutneverforgotten@Hot1027FM pic.twitter.com/gEpgVt5G7g
— Frankie_SA (@NeilFrankl13288) May 27, 2025
RIP Darren Scott.
One of my favourites, never used to miss Sports Hour on 5fm every day and Boots N All every Thursday during high school days.
Cheers legend. pic.twitter.com/FAtPr8vEq2— The Rugby CROWe (@thecrowetips) May 27, 2025
RIP Darren Scott. Condolences to his friends and family. pic.twitter.com/FZ02P0Qn5L
— Blonde Afrikaner (@Blondy123abc) May 27, 2025
Well known radio veteran Darren Scott has lost his battle against cancer.
May he RIP pain free.
An icon that will be remembered in the industry for many years to come. pic.twitter.com/hcDdXPmJCy
— SCP SECURITY (@SCP_SECURITY) May 27, 2025
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
