John Farnham was honoured for his legendary contribution to Australian music at Sunday night’s Logie Awards, with Guy Sebastian and Jess Mauboy paying heartfelt tribute to the superstar. Farnham, 75, underwent a 12-hour surgery in August 2022, after being diagnosed with throat cancer, after doctors removed a tumour from his mouth and reconstructed his jaw. He has since been given the “all clear” following the marathon surgery.
Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today At Sunday’s Logies, the tribute was kicked-off by entertainer David Campbell. “He sold over six million albums, had a career that spanned 60 years and is one of the best live performers the world has ever seen,” Campbell told the A-listers. “We want to acknowledge John’s wife Jill, his sons, Robert and James, and his close friend, Glenn Wheatley’s wife Gaynor and their son, Tim Wheatley.
But, most importantly tonight, it’s about celebrating you, John. You are an Aussie icon. You are the voice, mate,” he added.
Following the tribute, Sebastian then took to the stage to perform an emotional rendition of the classic 1990 hit, Burn for You. He was then joined with Mauboy, with the pair performing his 1986 mega-hit, You’re The Voice. The rendition saw gathered TV stars jump to their feet, joining in the lyrics of the songs, before giving a rousing applause.
During the ceremony, viewers were thrilled by the performance. “Gotta say it: the Logies tribute to John Farnham was spectacular..