Investigative journalist and television broadcaster Roger Cook dies aged 83, multiple outlets report. His family announces his death, and ITV issues a tribute describing him as a trusted and respected figure in broadcasting. Cook is best known for ITV’s long-running current affairs programme The Cook Report, for which he became associated with a ground-breaking approach to investigative journalism. According to one report, he dies after a short illness; another notes his passing at the weekend. Coverage agrees that Cook’s career spans around five decades and that he was widely regarded for his work in television journalism. The Scotsman and other outlets also reference a family statement confirming his death. ITV’s official response highlights his status within the industry, with his influence traced through his investigative reporting and presentation style on The Cook Report. While details of the illness or circumstances are limited in the available summaries, all sources confirm the same core facts: Cook’s age at death, his role as an investigative journalist and broadcaster, and his recognition by ITV and the wider media.