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Veteran television journalist Ray Martin reveals major health scare: ‘I can’t afford to die now’

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Veteran television journalist Ray Martin reveals major health scare: 'I can't afford to die now'

As a follower and admirer of Ray Martin, I have always been captivated by his resilience and unwavering passion for his craft. His latest brush with mortality, while filming his documentary series on death, only serves to highlight his indomitable spirit. At 79 years old, he has defied the odds, surviving a severe chest infection that led to a blood clot on the heart.

Ray Martin disclosed that he came close to death during the filming of an SBS documentary series about death in November of the previous year.

The experienced reporter was capturing the closing sequence for a three-part production titled “Ray Martin: Farewell,” when he suddenly didn’t feel well.

Instead of saying “The 79-year-old told The Daily Telegraph, he’s ‘never sick,'” you could rephrase it as: “The 79-year-old said in an interview that he rarely gets ill, so his daughter Jenna took him to the emergency room.” This paraphrase is more natural and easier to read. It conveys the same meaning without sounding too formal or technical.

He was diagnosed with a blood clot on the heart caused by a severe chest infection.

“On that occasion in my life, I felt so intoxicated that I had the thought, ‘This might be my last moment’,” he confessed.

‘I’m 79, I’ve never been in hospital in my life and I was thinking, “I can’t afford to die now“.’

Ray underwent examination by cardiac and pulmonary experts, and they have now confirmed that he is in good health.

Previously, the seasoned journalist expressed his belief that there’s much more living to be done for him, as he continues to age with dignity.

Veteran television journalist Ray Martin reveals major health scare: 'I can't afford to die now'

“I don’t plan on retiring; I find inspiration in David Attenborough, who’s in his 90s. His philosophy is that you should continue doing what you love, and that’s exactly what I intend to do.”

Changing his past workaholic habits, he realized they kept him from appreciating life’s essential moments, a mistake he vowed not to make again.

For a decade, I resided in New York City while serving as a correspondent for ABC News, working tirelessly for eight days every week. Reflecting on my time there, I often find myself regretting the many experiences I missed out on and wishing I had seized more opportunities.

‘You’ve got forever to sleep, you’ve got to have a go.’

The respected host of A Current Affair stated that with each passing year, he becomes even more dedicated to spending quality time with his children, Jenna and Luke, as well as his two grandkids.

Veteran television journalist Ray Martin reveals major health scare: 'I can't afford to die now'

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2024-09-01 03:21

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