Bruce Russell Radio Host Age: How old was Bruce Russell when he died?

One of Newstalk ZB’s longest-serving and most-loved broadcasters, Bruce Russell has died unexpectedly.

Bruce Russell, a radio host, was known as a gifted newsreader with an unmistakable personality and for many years, he provided joy to those who watched him read the news.

Bruce Russell’s broadcasting career took him throughout New Zealand.

Bruce Russell got his start in the television industry as a commercial writer.

Bruce Russell started doing some announcing around this period and was assigned to numerous stations as a community announcer, doing every shift imaginable.

While at Timaru, Bruce Russell turned to program and eventually worked as a manager at a tiny radio station in the middle of North Island.

Bruce Russell came to the massive city of Auckland and where he started an evening shift.

Bruce Russell’s on-air interactions earned him loyalty from young and old listeners throughout the night and on his Saturday night show.

Bruce Russell, in his early 70s, died suddenly on Sunday (April 24, 2022) night, working right up until his death – as an overnight host, newsreader and host of the popular In My Day show.

Bruce Russell passed away shortly before he was due on air to host Newstalk ZB’s overnight show