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Kerri-Anne Kennerley’s relationship history with husband, John Kennerley

The TV icon's husband sadly passed away in 2019

Australian TV iconic Kerri-Anne Kennerley had been married to husband John Kennerley since 1984, until he sadly passed away in 2019.

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When did John Kennerley die?

Kerri-Anne Kennerley’s husband, John Kennerley, passed away on February 27, 2019.

Kerri-Anne was by her husband’s side at the time and later confirmed the news on Instagram.

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Kerri-Anne and John in the Christmas spirit. (Credit: Instagram)
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How old was John Kennerley?

John was 78 years old when he passed away.

How did Kerri-Anne announce John’s death?

Longtime TV presenter Kerri-Anne took to Instagram to announce her husband John’s passing in February, 2019.

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“It’s with a heavy heart and awful sadness that I let you know that my beautiful husband John passed away last night,” she wrote on Instagram at the time.

“As you all know, John has faced some tremendous challenges over the past few years and with each he has been extraordinarily brave and determined to overcome those hurdles and live a normal life. I want to thank everyone at St Vincent’s Hospital for the beautiful care they have provided to John in his last days.

“John passed away peacefully with his son Simon and I by his side.

“John, you were the love of my life.”
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Kerri-Anne posted this image upon announcing John’s passing. (Credit: Instagram)

When did Kerri-Anne and John marry?

Studio 10 host Kerri-Anne and John married in 1984 at the Sydney Opera House. They couple were in a loving marriage for over 30 years.

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John, you were the love of my life,” the morning TV star wrote when she announced his death.

When was John Kennerley’s funeral?

Kerri-Anne farewelled her dear husband John on March 11, 2019. The funeral took place at All Saints Anglican Church in Woollahra. 

John, who ‘hated funeral black’ had requested prior to his passing that invitees wear bright colours, and asked the they give to charity rather than supply flowers.

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Did Kerri-Anne and husband John have any children?

John had children from a previous marriage, including his son Simon, who was by John’s side when he passed away.

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(Credit: Instagram)

How was John Kennerley paralysed?

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In 2016, John was involved in a fall at a golf course in Coffs Harbour, leaving him partially paralysed. He broke his C2 and C3 vertebrae.

After the fall, he was placed in an induced coma. When he woke he was unable to move or speak.

After eight months of rehab, John returned home with Kerri-Anne.

Speaking to Sunday Night on Channel Seven of her husband’s accident Kerri-Anne said: “My life as I knew it is over.”

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“[He] lost his balance and fell backwards. Spearheaded the ground,” she told reporter Mike Willesee. “All he could say is, ‘I can’t feel anything’.

“And we were then waiting for the ambulance. I just sat at his head and said everything was going to be OK. Nobody wanted to roll him.”

How old is Kerri-Anne Kennerley?

Kerri-Anne is 69 and celebrates her birthday on September 22.

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Did John Kennerley have cancer?

Yes, John battled bowel cancer in 1998.

Did Kerri-Anne Kennerley have cancer?

Yes, TV star Kerri-Anne battled breast cancer in 2012.

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What was John Kennerley’s job?

John Kennerley founded NSW Lotto.

Where did Kerri-Anne and John live?

Kerri-Anne and her husband John lived in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, specifically Woollahra. 

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Their home was modified to suit John condition needs after he became paralysed and needed a wheelchair. 

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