Prime Media founder Paul Ramsay dies
The former chairman and founder of Prime Media Group Paul Ramsay has died after reportedly suffering a heart attack whilst on holiday.
Ramsay’s decision in February to sell out of the media industry in the year it is expected ownership laws will be lifted and a number of lucrative acquisitions will take place raised eyebrows in the industry, but the 78-year-old at the time cited a desire to focus on his other business interests, which included Ramsay Health Care, Australia’s largest private hospital group.
The Australian reports he suffered a heart attack whilst on holiday in Spain, and was airlifted back to Australia and passed away at his home in Bowral, NSW, last night.
CEO of Prime Ian Audsley said in a statement: “Paul Ramsay was a true gentleman. Prime is honoured to have had the opportunity to work with a man of his stature. For twenty nine years, Paul served as the Chairman of Prime and played a significant role in the growth of regional television in Australia.
Had the pleasure of meeting Paul once during my time at SAS, very kind and pleasant. Very sad to hear of his passing, thoughts are with his family
RIP Paul you are a dear man
DearPaul, you are an inspiration to all of us. You showed leadership in giving. At a time when we are facing our toughest budget and with the country in big financial deficit and many cringe they are going to loose the happiness to buy luxuries, you gave Australia a gift. Hopefully more people will be selfless like you. God bless you and your legacy will benefit many and this wonderful country.
Paul was such a top bloke & a true gentleman. He treated everyone he met with respect & kindness. My thoughts go out to his family & friends at this time -RIP Paul.