Life & LuxuryArts & CultureObituariesThe real thing: Australian TV legend Johnny Young diesAndrea Hayward and Andrew StaffordAug 14, 2026 – 2.38pmJohnny Young, the legendary music personality who nurtured a generation of new talent as host of Young Talent Time, has died at the age of 79.Young’s family confirmed his death in a statement on Friday, saying he had a short battle with pancreatic cancer.AAPSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Latest In Arts & CultureFetching latest articlesMost Viewed In Life and luxury