Kyle Sandilands appeared downcast on Sunday when he was spotted at Sydney Airport with wife Tegan and their two-year-old son, Otto.
The KIIS FM star, 53, was dressed head to toe in black as he made his way through the terminal following the shock death of colleague Paola Cracknell at age 39.
Kyle looked at ease in baggy trousers, a matching shirt and designer jacket.
He topped off his look with a baseball cap, sunglasses and a pair of lace up running shoes.
Tegan, meanwhile, flaunted her trim physique in a blue two-piece activewear outfit from Australian brand The Upside worth $250.
Wearing her long blonde hair out, she accessorised with dark sunglasses and a $3,650 Prada bag and $1,800 Gucci sneakers.
Kyle Sandilands appeared downcast on Sunday when he was spotted at Sydney Airport with wife Tegan and their two-year-old son, Otto. All pictured
The KIIS FM star, 53, was dressed head to toe in black as he made his way through the terminal
The doting mum was seen carrying her toddler’s backpack, while the cute pre-schooler rocked a blue T-shirt, matching short trousers and a pair of blue and white runners.
Kyle’s trip comes after the sudden death of his former co-worker.
Paola worked as a senior producer and lead talent booker for The Kyle & Jackie O Show from January 2006 to May 2010.
Jackie ‘O’ Henderson joined a raft of tributes from friends, industry peers and public figures, taking to Instagram on Monday to offer her condolences.
The radio queen shared a photo that showed Paola sitting in the 2Day FM studio with a bouquet of flowers on the desk in front of her.
Captioning the image, Jacqui said that, while heartbroken, she was glad that the pair had managed to ‘reconnect’ before Paola’s death.
‘Beautiful P. I’m so thankful we reconnected just a few months ago in such a meaningful way,’ Jacqui wrote.
‘You were the sweetest soul, so kind, generous and full of love.’
Kyle looked at ease in baggy trousers, a matching shirt and designer jacket
Tegan, meanwhile, flaunted her trim physique in a blue two-piece activewear outfit
Jackie rounded out her heartfelt tribute with: ‘We’ll all miss you deeply. I hope you’ve found the peace and happiness your soul deserves.’
Paola’s passing was announced via a statement on her Instagram account on April 10.
‘Though this is hard to share, we know the impact P had. We are incredibly sad to share that our beautiful girl has passed on,’ the statement read.
‘Anyone who knew Paola knows how special she was, an extraordinary person with a heart beyond words. We are heartbroken and are finding our way through the grief, as we ask for time while we process.’
Loved ones are now planning a memorial in Sydney on Tuesday, April 15.
‘We would love for you to join us in honouring and remembering our beautiful Paola — a soul so full of love, light, and joy,’ a follow-up post said.
Paola’s death has sent shockwaves through the creative and media industries, with her long and decorated career earning her admiration globally.
According to her LinkedIn profile, she most recently held senior roles at INVNT Group, serving as Senior Director of Marketing at INVNT.ATOM and Director of Strategic Partnerships – APAC. Prior to that, she led culture partnerships for Red Bull in Austria and was Head of Client Service at media agency Initiative.
Kyle’s trip comes after the sudden death of his former co-worker Paola Cracknell at age 39
Paola worked as a senior producer and lead talent booker for The Kyle & Jackie O Show from January 2006 to May 2010
She worked as a senior producer and lead talent booker for The Kyle and Jackie ‘O’ show from January 2006 to May 2010.
She was widely regarded as a trailblazer in brand storytelling, innovation, and cultural marketing, known for her bold creative vision and magnetic energy.
Friends, industry peers and public figures have taken to social media to share their grief and memories of Paola, using the hashtag #Forever_Paola.
Lisa Veronica of pop duo The Veronicas wrote: ‘I love you Paola… I will cherish every second I got to be back in your beautiful presence again. A soul sister who made life so beautiful. Rest easy babygirl. And into the next.’
Radio presenter Justin Hill commented: ‘So sorry to hear this. Sending love to you all.’
Music executive Dave Simon added: ‘Nooo, P. Heartbreaking to hear.’
Publicist Charlie Boyce said: ‘Heartbreaking. All my love to those that loved her. Beautiful and vibrant xx.’
