Molly Meldrums Health Worsens, Concerns Rise

Serious concerns are mounting within Australia's media industry over the health of iconic music figure , with whispers suggesting his condition may be far more dire than previously reported.

There have been intermittent reports about Meldrum's declining health for some time.

According to TV Blackbox, those close to industry circles now fear the situation has worsened significantly, with some suggesting the beloved star may be approaching a critical stage.

Meldrum, 83, has never fully recovered from the devastating fall he suffered at his home in 2011 - an accident that changed the trajectory of his life. 

Since then, he has gradually retreated from the public eye, eventually withdrawing from public appearances altogether.

He now remains out of the spotlight, and it's understood he's being cared for by his partner Yan Wangngam at his home in Melbourne, while often receiving visits from close friends.

For many who crossed paths with Meldrum during his remarkable career, the news is particularly difficult to process. 

Back in March, the music industry veteran's long-time business manager told the latest issue of Woman's Day that while Meldrum is 'not as strong as he used to be', he's very much alive.

'The reality is he's had some issues,' Mark Klemens told the publication. 

'And he's getting older - he's 83 now - and, physically, he's not as strong as he used to be.

'But he's comfortable, and he's happy. He hasn't lost his razor-sharp wit, and he still has a drink. Life is just a lot quieter.'

Rumours of Molly's health decline emerged back in June 2024 when he .

There were further concerns over the state of Molly's condition in October 2024, when worrying photographs of the Australian music icon emerged.

Molly looked frail in the images shared by his partner Yan on social media.