Sky News said presenter well‑known Dermot Murnaghan died last weekend.
Tributes widely spread online across platforms following the announcement.
At the same time, the network confirmed U.S. forces carried out airstrikes on Iran roughly an hour of talks ending Sunday.
The network also covered the murder probe into former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe while inquiries continued.
Domestic political updates filled up news bulletins on Monday with fresh developments.