Legendary comedy writer Mike McColl-Jones passes away aged 86

Legendary comedy writer and friend of 3AW, Mike McColl-Jones has passed away at the age of 86.

The writer, who wrote for Graham Kennedy and Bert Newton, has been remembered by entertainment reporter Peter Ford as sharp and always coming up with funny lines.

“In recent times he hasn’t been enjoying the best of health, but very sharp mentally,” he told Ross and Russ.

Press PLAY to hear Peter Ford’s tribute to Mike McColl-Jones

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