Veteran Channel Nine staffer Chris Anderson died on Wednesday while on holiday in Bali.
Anderson, who had worked as a sound recordist on A Current Affair for almost two decades, was on the trip with his wife and son when he was involved in a fatal accident.
On Thursday morning, Nine chief executive Matt Stanton confirmed Anderson’s death in an all-staff email.
‘Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with his family, friends and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time,’ Stanton began.
He added that staff should ‘look out for one another today’.
Meanwhile, Fiona Dear, Nine’s executive director of news and current affairs, paid tribute to Anderson in a statement.
Veteran Channel Nine staffer Chris ‘Ando’ Anderson (pictured) died on Wednesday while on holiday in Bali
‘His longevity at just one program is a testament to his talent and how much he was loved, trusted and valued,’ she began.
‘This loss will be a terrible shock to his many colleagues and friends across the industry who have worked alongside him over the years.’
Anderson had worked on A Current Affair since 2008 and was widely known among colleagues by the nickname ‘Ando’.
Anderson is survived by his wife Charlotte and their son Otis.
His death comes just months after that of another beloved Nine staffer.
In December, it was reported that respected Nine identity Matt Granger had died after a year-long battle with cancer.
He was the director of the network’s sports sales portfolio, including the commercial strategy for the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Nine’s chief sales officer Matt James broke the news, remembering his colleague as a ‘cornerstone’ of the team.
Anderson, who had worked as a sound recordist on A Current Affair for almost two decades, was on the trip with his wife and son when he was involved in a fatal accident
‘It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that I share some incredibly difficult news with you all,’ he wrote in a message to staff.
‘Our dear colleague, and friend, Matt Granger, passed away yesterday morning after bravely battling cancer over the past year.’
James continued: ‘As Director of Sales for Sport, Olympic and Paralympic Games, Grange was a cornerstone of our business and team.’
‘Over the last eight years, he made significant contributions to our success and was a guiding force within the sales leadership team.’
James added that, aside from being an integral member of the team, he was also a great friend to many at the network.
‘Matt was an extraordinary individual. He was a truly cherished colleague and a genuine friend to so many across the Nine family,’ he said.
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