Iconic Australian musician John Farnham becomes a first-time grandfather

News.com.au

01-07-2025

Australian music legend John Farnham has welcomed his first grandchild, becoming a grandparent after a recent battle with cancer.
Farnham's son, James Farnham and his partner his partner Dr Tessa Effendi announced the arrival of their first child on Tuesday evening.
The baby was named Jett John Farnham and arrived ahead of his expected due date.
Farnham has become a first-time grandparent and said in a joint statement with his wife Jill: 'We are over the moon about the arrival of this perfectly beautiful little boy'.
'He's already filled our hearts with so much love and we're so proud and happy for James and Tessa. Welcome to the world, Jett!'
The baby boy was born on Wednesday June 18th at 5:26om at St Vincent's Private Hospital in Melbourne, weighing 3.176 Kgs.
The new parents said their newborn son is their 'whole world in one tiny, noisy, perfect package'.
'We're smitten, we're sleep-deprived, and we wouldn't have it any other way.'
Farnham recently underwent jaw reconstruction surgery, which lasted 12 hours and required 26 doctors, after he was diagnosed with oral cancer in 2022.
The singer went through months of recovery following the intense operation.
Farnham has since been declared cancer free after the weeks of radiation therapy.
The singer is best known for his iconic Australia hit 'You're the Voice', which peaked at number 1 on the charts upon release and has been a mainstay on Australian radio.