Tributes Pour In for SBS Producer Bridget Munro After Tragic Death from Massive Seizure
The sudden and unexpected passing of SBS World News senior producer Bridget Munro has left her colleagues and loved ones devastated. The mother of two suffered a massive seizure on Wednesday, leaving behind her husband, SBS presenter Adrian Arciuli, and their two young daughters, Gracie and Margot. Mr. Arciuli took to social media to share the heartbreaking news, expressing his shock and grief alongside a photo of Bridget’s radiant smile.
At 3:50 pm on Wednesday, November 22nd, our lives changed forever as our darling Bridgie tragically passed away unexpectedly following a massive seizure, Mr. Arciuli wrote in his post. The couple had recently celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary, marking the occasion with their first outing alone since the birth of their youngest daughter in April. We felt like 17-year-old kids sneaking out for a date, he added.
Describing his wife as one of the world’s greatest ever human beings, Mr. Arciuli paid tribute to Bridget’s amazing qualities. Her beauty, her bubbling personality, her warmth, her spirit, her compassion — so many things that made her one of the best people on this planet, he said. Overwhelmed by grief, he expressed that their hearts had shattered into a million pieces, and while the pain would endure, they would honor Bridget’s legacy by raising their daughters to be like their amazing Mummy.
Both Bridget and Adrian had been colleagues at SBS News, where they wed in November 2019, and the station’s team is now mourning her loss. Additionally, Bridget’s former colleagues at Sky News, where she had worked as a producer until July 2017, also paid their respects.
The news of Bridget Munro’s untimely passing has deeply affected her circle, prompting an outpouring of condolences and shared memories of her incredible spirit. SBS News chief international correspondent Brett Mason expressed his shock and sadness, describing Bridget as a much-loved and respected friend and colleague. Thomas O’Brien, Sky News Australia’s deputy head of news, reflected on their time with Bridget, stating how fortunate they were to have had her as part of their Sydney and Canberra teams. Annika Smethurst, state politics editor for The Age, added her condolences, noting Bridget’s beautiful spirit.
As the news of Bridget’s tragic death continues to resonate, her loved ones, colleagues, and the wider community mourn the loss of a remarkable person who touched the lives of many. While grappling with immense grief, they remember her as a beacon of light, vowing to honor her memory by cherishing her beloved family and preserving her legacy of kindness and compassion.
