On Tuesday morning, South Africa lost one of its most respected journalists, Derek Watts, who passed away after a brave battle with cancer. His former Carte Blanche cohost, Ruda Landman, confirmed the news to News24. Derek Watts’ death has left an indelible mark on the country’s media landscape as he was widely regarded as a legendary anchor and a veteran journalist.
Derek Watts, known for his role as the host of the documentary show Carte Blanche, recently revealed that he has been diagnosed with skin cancer. Fans of the beloved presenter were heartbroken upon hearing this news. Despite this, supporters have taken to social media to offer their kind words and wellwishes to Watts. In a recent update, Watts shared a heartfelt message from his hospital bed, where he assured his fans of his wellbeing and imminent discharge.
South African television personality and Carte Blanche anchor Derek Watts is taking time off from work to prioritize his health, according to a statement released on Sunday. The statement revealed that Derek was diagnosed with skin cancer that had spread to his lungs last year. This comes just weeks after he collapsed while on vacation with his family due to a suspected stroke, leading to a severe sepsis diagnosis and a challenging rehabilitation process.
