Cape Town – South African legendary broadcaster John Berks has died at the age of 80.
Reports said that Berks died following a long illness.
According to SABC, he worked for many years at the commercial radio station Radio 702.
He was known for his prank calls and quick wit, reported EWN.
Tributes poured in from fans and colleagues.
Take a look at some of the tributes below:
One of the greatest legends of South African radio has passed away. I grew up listening to John Berks on the radio and then had the privilege of working with him. Rest in peace Berksy.
— Lynne O’Connor (@LynneOConnorSA) June 4, 2022
Sleep easy John Berks. You sir, made radio history. I listened to you in the 90s, in mom’s car, on way to school. You created a platform for a turbulent nation. You boldy reflected the contradictions of our chaotic transition. You made us laugh. You worked. NOW REST! #JohnBerks
— Redi Tlhabi (@RediTlhabi) June 4, 2022
Was talking to an old mate about #JohnBerks this am. And now he’s died. A radio legend of almost unequalled talent. He brought talk radio to 702 & to SA. A genius when it came to humour. He WAS radio. RIP Berksie.
— Jenny Crwys Williams (@jcwLIFE) June 4, 2022
Berksie you were one of a kind. A gentle man, kind, mischievous, and sense of humour I’ll never forget. Rest well #JohnBerks
— Jonathan (Khabazela) Fairbairn (@Jonoloud) June 4, 2022
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