Legendary documentary filmmaker John Pilger died on Saturday aged 84 after battling a long illness.
The iconic journalist’s family issued a heartbreaking statement to social media informing his fans that he died in England over the weekend.
‘It is with great sadness the family of John Pilger announce he died on 30 December 2023 in London,’ they began.
‘His journalism and documentaries were celebrated around the world. But to his family he was simply the most amazing and loved Dad, Grandad and partner. Rest In Peace,’ they added.
Many of Pilger’s fans quickly took to the comments section to offer their condolences.
Legendary documentary filmmaker John Pilger (pictured) died on Saturday aged 84 after battling a long illness
‘What a great journalist, fighter, and a inspiration to all,’ one fan wrote and a second person added: ‘A true human giant.’
‘Thank you dearest John for the most dedicated outstanding contribution to humanity,’ a third person chipped in.
Pilger was born on October 9, 1939 in Sydney Australia, the younger of two boys.
The iconic journalist’s family issued a heartbreaking statement to social media informing his fans that he died in England over the weekend
His career began in the early 1960s when he began working as a freelance journalist in London.
He gained renown for his commitment to uncovering and exposing injustices and abuses of power, particularly in the realm of politics and international affairs.
Pilger’s work often focused on issues such as human rights, social justice, and the impact of political decisions on ordinary people.
He also wrote for a variety of news publications, including the Daily Telegraph, the Daily Mirror and the New Statesman.
His work covered a wide range of topics, including the Vietnam War, apartheid in South Africa, and the plight of indigenous peoples.
Pilger has been recognised for his fearless and uncompromising approach to journalism, and he received numerous awards for his documentaries and reporting.
Many of his acclaimed documentaries provided a hard-hitting look at political issues, including The Quiet Mutiny (1970), Stealing a Nation (2010) and The War You Don’t See (2014).
He is survived by his long-term partner, journalist Yvonne Roberts, and his two children, Sam and Zoe.
‘It is with great sadness the family of John Pilger announce he died on 30 December 2023 in London,’ the statement read
