Iconic Australian musician John Farnham becomes a first-time grandfather

An Aussie music icon has welcomed his first grandchild, following a brutal battle with cancer.

A photo of John Farnham with his son James. Posted by James. Picture: Supplied/Instagram

Australian music legend John Farnham has welcomed his first grandchild, becoming a grandparent after a recent battle with cancer.

Farnham’s son, James Farnham and his partner Dr Tessa Effendi announced the arrival of their first child on Tuesday evening.

The baby was named Jett John Farnham and arrived ahead of his expected due date.

A photo of John Farnham with his son James. Posted by James. Picture: Supplied/Instagram

James Farnham with his partner Tessa Effendi . Picture: Instagram/Supplied

“He’s already filled our hearts with so much love and we’re so proud and happy for James and Tessa. Welcome to the world, Jett!”

The baby boy was born on Wednesday June 18th at 5:26om at St Vincent’s Private Hospital in Melbourne, weighing 3.176 Kgs.

John Farnham celebrated his wife Jill's 70th birthday at Grossi Florentino in the Melbourne CBD in March 2025. Pictured (L-R) are Melissa and Rob Farnham, Jill and John Farnham and James Farnham with his partner Tessa Effendi. Picture: Instagram/Supplied

The new parents said their newborn son is their “whole world in one tiny, noisy, perfect package”.

“We’re smitten, we’re sleep-deprived, and we wouldn’t have it any other way.”

A photo of John Farnham with his son James. Posted by James. Picture: Supplied/Instagram

Farnham recently underwent jaw reconstruction surgery, which lasted 12 hours and required 26 doctors, after he was diagnosed with oral cancer in 2022.

The singer went through months of recovery following the intense operation.

Farnham has since been declared cancer free after the weeks of radiation therapy.

The singer is best known for his iconic Australia hit “You’re the Voice”, which peaked at number 1 on the charts upon release and has been a mainstay on Australian radio.