“‘I NEVER THOUGHT WE’D LOSE HIM LIKE THIS…’” Tributes are pouring in after the death of legendary investigative journalist Roger Cook at the age of 83, following a short illness that has left the broadcasting world in mourning. The former The Cook Report presenter—renowned for his fearless reporting and uncompromising investigations—had already defied the odds after surviving cancer twice, earning admiration not only for his work but for his resilience and determination throughout his life. His passing has triggered a wave of grief from colleagues, viewers, and journalists who credit him with shaping modern investigative television. “He changed the way we saw truth on screen,” one tribute read, while another fan wrote: “We grew up watching him fight for justice—this hurts more than words can say.” As memories of his most powerful broadcasts resurface, Roger Cook is being remembered as more than a presenter—he was a voice for accountability, courage, and truth.
BAFTA award-winning investigative journalist Roger Cook has died following a short illness. The New Zealand-born British star presenter was most famous for exposing criminals, con men, and corruption…