The TV presenter died by suicide two years ago leaving behind her husband and their three daughters.
Erin Jayne Plummer’s husband, Alan Plummer, has tragically died in a suspected self-harm incident, leaving the couple’s children orphaned.
The husband of the Australian TV presenter was found dead on November 10, 2024, in Freshwater on Sydney’s northern beaches. Alan, whose wife was a TV presenter for Studio 10, was previously the director of the now-closed company, Shine VIP Tours Australia PTY LTD.
A New South Wales Police Force spokesperson confirmed that officers from Northern Beaches Police Area Command are preparing a report for the coroner concerning the death of a 49-year-old man at Freshwater. No additional details were provided.
Erin’s husband’s death occurred only two months after Alan finalized the sale of his family’s four-bedroom Freshwater home. The family had owned the property for over 20 years before it was sold through a private agreement ahead of its auction. Originally bought by the Plummers for $675,000 in 2002, the home was first put on the market in March 2024.
The Plummer family tragedy has left the three daughters, Avalon, Jaslyn, and Elani, grappling with the loss of both parents in just two years. Erin was only 42 when she died following struggles with her mental health.
Erin first gained public attention as a young talent when she was discovered at Sydney’s Manly Beach and featured in a tourism campaign that aired on NBC in the United States. However, she became widely recognized for her work as a TV presenter, which ultimately defined her career.
Throughout her career in television advertorials, Erin became a familiar face on programs like “Studio 10,” “TVSN,” “Mornings with Kerri-Anne,” and “The Morning Show” earning the nickname “The Danoz Girl.”
She also spent six years as a presenter on “Aerobics Oz Style,” the iconic aerobics series that ran from 1982 to 2005. The show reached a peak global audience of 40 million across over 80 countries.
Erin noted that it was “Aerobics Oz Style” that got her into the fitness industry as she learned immensely from the instructors on activities such as Pilates, which was not well-known back then.
Beyond television, Erin was a talented synchronized swimmer, representing Australia at three world championships and claiming 11 national titles. Outside of her on-screen roles, she was also a prolific voice-over artist, lending her voice to numerous television projects.
Studio 10 eulogized her as a “friendly and familiar face on Australian telly.” They remembered her as a presenter who brightened viewers’ mornings with her bubbly personality and wide smile. “Erin was just a gorgeous human inside and out,” they added.
Erin’s swimming club, Freshwater Amateur Swimming Club, also honored her memory with heartfelt words, recalling her vibrant personality and warmth. They said she was known for her laughter, sharp humor, and lively spirit.
The club highlighted her athletic legacy, noting that her daughters, Avalon and Jaslyn, have inherited her passion for swimming and continue to bring enthusiasm to the club. On behalf of everyone, the club’s president, Nick, extended his sympathy to Erin’s family and acknowledged the shared sense of loss among all who knew her.
After Erin’s passing, a GoFundMe campaign was set up to support the Plummer family with household needs like hiring a gardener and housekeeper.
The fundraiser brought in over $18,000 to help maintain the home and ease daily responsibilities. Sadly, this home has now been sold.