Johnny Young, the singer-songwriter and producer who created and hosted the beloved variety show Young Talent Time, has died aged 79. His family announced the news on Friday, revealing he passed away 'following a brief battle with pancreatic cancer'. Young was the creative force behind the show, which aired from 1971 to 1988, and wrote iconic hits like 'The Real Thing' and 'Smily'. He leaves behind his wife Marisha, sister Cornelia, daughters Anna and Fleur, son Craig (dec.), seven grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. The family has requested privacy and will announce memorial details later. Young Talent Time launched the careers of Australian singers Tina Arena, Debra Byrne, and Dannii Minogue.