News Corp sports journalist Rebecca Wilson loses battle with breast cancer

Zoe Samios

October 7, 2016 8:48

Award-winning sports journalist, columnist and broadcaster, Rebecca Wilson, passed away this morning after a long battle with breast cancer.

Wilson had worked in newspaper, television, and radio for over 20 years, covering sporting events such as the Commonwealth Games, Seoul Olympics and Rugby League tournaments and was a popular sports columnist at the Daily and Sunday Telegraph, and was regarded by many as a pioneer for women in sports journalism.

Former colleague, Sydney broadcaster Alan Jones paid a tribute on air: “Bec was a force of nature in a way. She was brilliant, she was unsparing.”

Be a member to keep reading

Join Mumbrella Pro to access the Mumbrella archive and read our premium analysis of everything under the media and marketing umbrella.

Become a member

Zoe Samios

Zoe Samios worked at Mumbrella between 2016 and 2019, finishing up as senior media reporter in March 2019.

Topics

2 COMMENTS

Vale 7 Oct 16

So sad to hear this. Rebecca’s work on TV and radio was insightful and well informed. Didn’t read her columns much as I don’t live in Sydney but always enjoyed hearing her opinions. She was one of the best sports journos.

User ID not verified.

Brian Walsh 7 Oct 16

It’s hard to believe Bec has left us. Like so many have said, it was her spirit, her no nonsense honesty and her unbridled passion for everything she did, that drew her to us. Rebecca Wilson was a force and a joyous soul. God bless you Bec and rest in peace, free from the pain. Walshie x

User ID not verified.