Radio presenter Darren Scott’s voice forever quiet
Tributes are pouring in on social media for ‘Just Plain Darren’, who brought a personal touch to radio.
South Africa woke up this morning to the tragic news that well-known radio presenter Darren Scott had passed away.
Scott’s distinct voice dominated the airwaves for decades at radio stations like 5FM, Jacaranda, East Coast Radio and, at the time of his passing, HOT102.7.FM.
In a tribute on social media, HOT102.7.FM called Scott ‘the man who made radio personal’.
He was 61 and had been battling stage four malignant melanoma. His battle with cancer started nearly 40 years ago, and he has shared publicly how he endured several surgeries and severe reactions to treatments.
In March, Scott shared the heartfelt moments he had while on holiday in the USA with his family. At the time, he said the visit with his family had given him strength to keep fighting.
Watch a tribute video posted by HOT102.7FM here:
Social media was flooded with tributes after Scott’s passing:
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. Giant of broadcasting. Too many memories to mention. Thank you. Stil broers…
— Quintin Davis (@quintindavis) May 27, 2025
Darren Scott passed away in the early hours of this morning.
He fought a very tough battle the last few months with cancer.
Rest You Legend.
You are one of the Reasons We got into Online Media.
Love & Respect.
R.I.P pic.twitter.com/bI9ucaCZAx— Riaan (@RiaanNelZA) May 27, 2025
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