The family of a ‘wonderful’ producer and journalist are seeking answers and change within the TV industry following his death at the age of 40. But, two months ago, the previously healthy and active father-of-one began to experience extreme and chronic migraines, dizziness and insomnia. As first reported in Deadline last week, Channel 4 has instructed an external law firm to ‘undertake a thorough investigation’ following his death. In a statement, John’s wife, Yumeno Niimura, who is pregnant with their second child, said ‘John’s life is now a legacy’ and his loss represented a ‘failure of the industry’. “We are in ongoing contact with John’s family and offering them our support.

Source: Express June 17, 2024 13:51 UTC