James Valentine: key obituary facts
Is James Valentine dead? Yes. James Valentine died on April 23, 2026, at age 64.
Cause of death: James Valentine's cause of death was reported as assisted suicide.
What was James Valentine known for?
James Valentine was an Australian radio and television presenter, assisted suicide.
More about James Valentine
Born: James Matthew Valentine1961 (age 64–65)Ballarat, Victoria, Australia.
Occupations: Musician, radio and television presenter, writer.
Instruments: Saxophone.
Years active: 1980–2026.
Formerly of: Jo Jo Zep & the Falcons, Models, Absent Friends.
James Valentine, an Australian radio and television presenter and musician, died on April 23, 2026, by assisted suicide.
He was 64. Born in Ballarat, Victoria, Valentine worked as a saxophonist and was a member of Jo Jo Zep, Models and Absent Friends.
His career also included work as a writer, and he was active from 1980 until 2026.
James Valentine, 64, Australian radio and television presenter, assisted suicide.