7NEWS Special: Remembering Roger Climpson

9th December 2025

7NEWS Special: Remembering Roger Climpson

Thursday, 7.00pm on Seven and 7plus
For decades, Roger Climpson was a trusted presence on Australian screens – a newsreader, host and storyteller whose warmth and authority defined a golden era of television. 

From his start in the 1960s at 7NEWS to hosting This Is Your Life and Australia’s Most Wanted, Roger became one of Sydney’s most recognisable faces, helping Australians connect with unforgettable moments in history.

7NEWS honours his extraordinary life, reflecting on his iconic broadcasting career, the stories that shaped a nation and the man behind the desk, with 7NEWS Special: Remembering Roger Climpson, Thursday at 7.00pm on Seven in Sydney and nationally on 7plus.

The special event takes viewers deep into the archives, revisiting decades of media history – from Roger’s early days in radio to his pioneering role in news coverage during events like the disappearance of Harold Holt and the first moon landing. 

It also celebrates his time fronting some of Australia’s most beloved programs, and his enduring influence on generations of journalists.

7NEWS presenter Mark Ferguson said: “Like so many families, we watched Roger most nights for many years. Behind the desk he was all class – informed and engaging, with a voice that made you sit up and listen.”

Join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of Roger Climpson: a pioneer, a storyteller and a true gentleman of Australian television.

7NEWS Special: Remembering Roger Climpson
Thursday, 7.00pm on Seven and 7plus