Broadcaster Kerry Smith passes away

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Wed, 20 Apr 2011 6:11p.m.

Broadcaster Kerry Smith

Broadcaster Kerry Smith

Broadcaster Kerry Smith has died after a battle with melanoma.

Smith had a career that spanned both radio and television. She was a founding member of radio station The Breeze, and also worked as a presenter on Radio Pacific and RadioLIVE.

Her extensive television career included the iconic role of sharp-tongued deputy editor Magda on classic 80s TV Series Gloss, and she worked as a television continuity announcer, a weather presenter, and the host of home improvement show Changing Rooms.

"Kerry was a respected broadcaster and a very treasured member of the MediaWorks family," says MediaWorks Group Managing Director Sussan Turner. "Our thoughts are with Kerry’s family and close friends at this incredibly sad time."

Smith had been on medical leave from The Breeze since January to focus on the treatment of her melanoma.

A tribute to the broadcaster and a celebration of her life will be aired on the radio station in the coming days.

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21 Apr 2011 11:02p.m.

Margaret wrote:

A beautiful talented woman, so very sad.

21 Apr 2011 10:29p.m.

Judy Morgan wrote:

A wonderful, talented life ended far too soon.

21 Apr 2011 09:27a.m.

C.O wrote:

Yes she did have a daughter. Will miss you kerry. xoxo

21 Apr 2011 03:21a.m.

Julianne wrote:

Gosh they said her melanoma was "treatable" one never knows
what's coming....she must've been in her late 50s was she?
she had a nice voice and gentle presence. Wonder if she had kids.

21 Apr 2011 12:00a.m.

Linda wrote:

"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted."

20 Apr 2011 11:26p.m.

Diane Harris wrote:

I am soooo sad to hear of Kerrys passing. Its so unfair that a beautiful, sincere woman as Kerry should be taken so quickly and suddenly by this terrible melanoma. My thoughts go to family who will miss her so very much and to all that knew her. So sad. So missed. May angels be with you all the time, Kerry, to carry you from this life to the next, a beautiful and peaceful place to be Kerry. Love!!!

20 Apr 2011 09:50p.m.

leanne lovrich wrote:

i am so sad about this news, kerry was a great customer at textiles n things , i will miss our live chats on radio . kerry your were an amassing lady , my deepest respects to all kerrys family .. RIP kerry . from leanne lovrich and all the girls at textiles n things xx

20 Apr 2011 09:34p.m.

Margaret wrote:

I am shocked as well, I loved listening to her on The Breeze, I've been waiting for her to return! I'm so sad that she is no longer with us. May God comfort her family and friends as they grieve.

20 Apr 2011 09:07p.m.

reese wrote:

very very sad: she was a star ,with in her own and will always be in the hearts of all…who admired her-for her charisma-Kiwiness…..you will be missed by all Kerry..God bless -Rest peacefully and take with you in spirit the essence of the people who passively enjoyed a moment and every moment,of sharing,a piece of them with you..to Kerry s family and friends..much loving and sincere condulence s at this sad time to you ses all…Kia kaha -arohanui to Kerry s Family

20 Apr 2011 08:40p.m.

Kiwi wrote:

Bugger!!