Tributes pour in for legendary sports journalist Scot Palmer after he dies at the age of 84 following a series of health battles
Scot Palmer has died at the age 84 after more than five decades working as one of Australia's most respected sports journalists.
The Herald Sun confirmed his death on Saturday following a battle with a series of health problems.
Palmer was a beloved media personality in Victoria, having written for a variety of publications, along with appearances on both TV and radio.
RIP: Scot Palmer has died at the age 84 after more than five decades working as one of Australia's most respected sports journalists
Friends and colleagues paid tribute to the late star, with Eddie McGuire describing him as 'the mascot of journalism and football'.
'No one can underestimate the indelible mark and legacy that Scot Palmer made to the game of Australian football through his personality and profession,' the 57-year-old TV presenter said.
'He was a part of as many sporting stories in Melbourne, particularly in football, as he actually reported.
Sad loss: The Herald Sun confirmed his death on Saturday following a battle with a series of health problems
'To me, he was also the mascot of journalism and football and inner-city, gritty Melbourne. In a way, a chapter of that period closes in our game, in our city's fabric and in our profession with Scotty's passing.'
Network 10 sports presenter Stephen Quartermain wrote: 'Vale Scot Palmer. His contribution to journalism in this town was enormous. Keep punching.'
Meanwhile, 3AW's Bruce Eva said his 'desire to be a part of the Melbourne sports media was fuelled by the likes of Scot Palmer'.
'What a character, but what a genuine news-breaker he was too! An enormous figure in our industry, and one who will never be forgotten,' the 53-year-old added.
Sam Newman also paid tribute to the man he affectionately referred to as 'Great Scot', while acknowledging his beloved wife, Lorraine.
'Great Scot, the end of an era and legend. Affable and self-deprecating, he ran the whole gambit of sports media, backed stoically by his beloved Lori,' the 76-year-old former Australian rules footballer said.
Prolific: Palmer was a beloved media personality in Victoria, having written for a variety of publications, along with appearances on both TV and radio. Pictured with his wife, Lorraine
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