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Molly Meldrum Manager Denies 'Death's Door' Rumors
2 Mar
Summary
- Molly Meldrum's manager confirms he is alive and well.
- The 83-year-old is not as strong but remains sharp-witted.
- He is currently being cared for at his Melbourne home.
Music industry veteran Molly Meldrum, aged 83, is alive and well, according to his long-time manager Mark Klemens. Addressing recent claims that Meldrum was 'at death's door,' Klemens assured that while the Countdown host is not as strong as he used to be, he remains comfortable and happy. Meldrum's sharp wit is intact, and he continues to enjoy life, albeit more quietly.
Meldrum is currently residing at his home in Melbourne, where he is being cared for by his partner, Yan Wangngam. He also frequently receives visits from close friends. Concerns about his health first surfaced in June 2026 when he missed a friend's funeral, followed by further worries in October 2026 after frail-looking photographs emerged on social media.
These images contrasted sharply with his appearance at the Australian Open ten months prior. Meldrum has largely withdrawn from public life, notably missing a 50th-anniversary event for ABC's Countdown. His health struggles are understood to date back to a serious fall from a ladder in December 2011, which nearly cost him his life. Meldrum has also made headlines for public incidents in recent years.
