PICTURE: X/ LORENZO DARRIES
Cape Town and the South African entertainment industry are mourning the loss of beloved radio personality Lorenzo Darries, who has sadly passed away.
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Good Hope FM confirmed the heartbreaking news, revealing that Lorenzo died following a courageous battle with heart disease. According to his family, the presenter suffered a stroke before passing away in hospital shortly after. He was widely known as a vibrant and warm on-air personality, whose voice became a daily companion to listeners across the Western Cape.
Born and raised in Cape Town communities including Lavender Hill, Mitchells Plain and Retreat, Lorenzo’s journey into broadcasting began while studying at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. Although he did not initially win the station’s Campus DJ Search, his talent stood out — leading to him officially joining Good Hope FM in 2020.
Beyond radio, he also worked behind the scenes in television, contributing to shows like Expresso, showcasing his versatility in the media space.
According to InBound, Lorenzo lived with cardiomyopathy, a hereditary heart condition, and often spoke openly about his health journey. His honesty and resilience inspired many South Africans, as he used his platform to raise awareness and connect with listeners facing similar challenges.
Following news of his passing, tributes have flooded social media, with colleagues, fans and industry peers remembering him as a passionate broadcaster, a kind and uplifting presence and a true Cape Town original.
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Good Hope FM described him as someone whose “voice, spirit and impact will remain forever.”
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