Sunrise host Nat Barr has tearfully paid tribute to the show's former presenter Nathan Templeton who died aged 44.
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Mr Templeton, affectionately known as "Tempo", joined the Channel 7 breakfast program as the Melbourne correspondent in 2016.
Ms Barr became emotional as she spoke of the "devastating loss" of Mr Templeton, a "much-loved team member".
"Nathan, we know you had a lot more stories to tell and we are really sorry that you can't tell them," she said.
"Our hearts go out to your entire family, your two little boys and Kate and everyone who knew you inside this building and right across the Seven Network."
The father-of-two was walking his dog near the Barwon River in Victoria on April 9 when he suffered a medical episode.
"Our hearts are broken for an adoring father and a wonderful friend, who'll be missed by many," his family said in a statement.
Seven Melbourne managing director Lewis Martin said the "tragic news of Nathan's passing has left us all at Seven profoundly saddened".
"Nathan was a respected journalist whose passion for storytelling was evident in all his years reporting for Sunrise, 7NEWS and multiple Olympic Games," he said.
"Our deepest condolences go out to his family, especially his two young sons, during this difficult time."
Mr Templeton joined Channel 7 in 2012 as a sports reporter before a Sunrise correspondent.
He had previously worked as a sports reporter with Channel 10 in Melbourne.
Perth Lord Mayor and former Channel 7 sports presenter Basil Zempilas said Mr Templeton was "always happy, so reliable, incredibly hard working and just so good to have on the team".
"He was team first. Always. That smile made everyone smile, his colleagues, his friends, the athletes, the audience," he said on X.
"We'll miss you little mate, my deepest condolences to Kate and the boys - your dad was a champion, we'll never forget him."
Channel 7 presenter Rebecca Maddern also paid tribute to her former colleague on Instagram.
"Nathan loved the Geelong Cats as much as me, we went to the same school, worked at the same network and my word he was a fine broadcaster, especially poolside at the Olympics where he truly excelled," she said.
"We shared the news desk often and he was so much fun. Our thoughts are with his family. You can finally rest in peace, Nathan."
Former 7 journalist Ryan Phelan said the news was "heartbreaking".
"He was an incredibly talented and hardworking colleague but I will treasure our conversations post Channel 7. Sending love to his young family," he said on X.
Damien Ratcliffe also paid tribute to Mr Templeton who he said was "a pleasure to work alongside" and "always had time for a start up like me".
9News reporter Corey Norris said Mr Templeton was a "brilliant broadcaster, even better bloke".
The Geelong Football Club said he was "a loved member of the Geelong family as ground announcer and MC for six years".
"He brought his love for the Cats and football to his matchday role, and created a great connection with fans with his knowledge, vibrancy and energy," club CEO Steve Hocking said.
"We extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to Nathan's children, family and friends at this time."
