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Radio legend Bruce Mansfield dies

Australian TV and radio personality Bruce Mansfield has died after a long battle with prostate cancer, aged 71.

Mansfield is best known for his 3AW show Nightline with Bruce and Phil, through which he entertained Melbourne listeners nightly for more than 25 years alongside his side-kick Phil Brady.

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The radio station confirmed the news on Sunday, describing Mansfield as a “legend of Melbourne’s entertainment industry”.

“Bruce died peacefully at his home surrounded by family this morning,” said a statement.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with Bruce’s family, particularly his wife, Jill, their three children and his beloved grandchildren.”

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