Jimmy Barnes has viewers sobbing as he pays emotional tribute to Jock Zonfrillo on The Sunday Project following his unexpected death at age 46
Australian rock legend Jimmy Barnes paid an emotional tribute to Jock Zonfrillo on The Sunday Project.
The rock legend delivered a moving rendition of The Bonnie Banks o’ Loch Lomond for the MasterChef judge and fellow Scot following his tragic passing at the age of 46.
Jimmy left many viewers at home sobbing as he accompanied the beloved song through bagpipes.
A beautiful tribute to a beautiful person. Loved everything, including the Jimmy Barnes finale,” one viewer wrote.
‘F*cking hell. Now Jimmy Barnes is making me cry again,” added another.
Australian rock legend Jimmy Barnes (pictured) paid emotional tribute to Jock Zonfrillo on The Sunday Project
The rock legend performed a moving rendition of The Bonnie Banks o’ Loch Lomond for the MasterChef judge and fellow Scot following his tragic passing at the age of 46. In the photo: Jock and Jimmy
“I kept it together to the bagpipes. Now I’m a mess. Nothing but love for those he loved and who loved him. I’m going to miss you Jock Zonfrillo,’ a third remarked.
“Bagpipes ALWAYS make me cry but this is just so sad,” another wrote.
“Okay, I’m lost with Jimmy Barnes’ tribute to Jock,” said another.
“My Scottish heritage makes this very difficult to watch. Brilliant Jimmy,” wrote a fifth viewer.
“Ahhh Jimmy Barnes. You’re killing me! Bloody legend,” wrote another.
Jimmy left many viewers at home sobbing as he accompanied the beloved song through bagpipes
A beautiful tribute to a beautiful person. Loved everything, including the Jimmy Barnes finale,” one viewer wrote
The Scottish-Australian chef was found dead by police in a hotel on Lygon Street in Carlton, Melbourneat approximately 2 a.m. on Monday, May 1.
Zonfrillo, who joined MasterChef Australia in 2019 as a judge, quickly became a fan favorite for his warm demeanor, culinary expertise and mentorship to contestants.
His passion for native Australian ingredients and his philanthropic efforts in the culinary world were known and admired.
Police found Zonfrillo’s body after being called to a Carlton, Melbourne hotel for a welfare check.
Zonfrillo died in Melbourne at the age of 46, his family has confirmed. A Victoria Police spokesman told Daily Mail Australia they found Zonfrillo’s body around 2am Monday, after being called to an address on Lygon Street in Carlton for a welfare check.