60 Minutes: Jimmy Barnes / JonBenét Ramsey (Channel 9 Sunday 18 February 2024)

This Sunday, viewers can expect a brand new episode of the long-running investigative news program, 60 Minutes. The latest instalment will feature an exclusive interview with Australian rock icon Jimmy Barnes, who recently underwent life-saving open-heart surgery. In addition to this story, the episode will delve into the infamous murder case of child beauty queen JonBenét Ramsey.

The first segment of the evening, Rock N Recovery, focuses on Jimmy Barnes and his remarkable road to recovery. Known for his fast-paced and hard-lived lifestyle, Barnes reflects on past choices that may have jeopardised his health and longevity. However, it was not these choices that nearly cost him his life. Last year, he was struck down by a severe blood infection that subsequently spread to his heart. Rushed to the hospital, doctors delivered grave news – emergency open-heart surgery was his only chance for survival.

During this critical period, Barnes faced immense pain and uncertainty. The prospect of performing hit songs took a backseat as he fought for his life. However, after enduring this harrowing experience, Nine’s Sylvia Jeffreys reports that Jimmy has successfully come through danger’s door and eagerly anticipates returning to the stage.

In another riveting segment, Follow the Evidence, 60 Minutes investigates the haunting unsolved murder of JonBenét Ramsey – a six-year-old beauty pageant contestant whose life was tragically cut short in her family’s basement 27 years ago. Despite numerous inquiries into her death over the years, no conclusive resolution has been reached.

Amelia Adams takes viewers through the disturbing details surrounding JonBenét’s murder while shedding light on an overlooked aspect: local law enforcement’s tunnel vision towards her parents as primary suspects. This narrow focus resulted in other potential leads being ignored and crucial evidence left unexplored.

However, hope glimmers on the horizon as Amelia Adams unveils a breakthrough development in the case that gives JonBenét’s family renewed optimism about finally uncovering the truth behind this heinous crime.

Be sure to tune in to Channel 9 on Sunday 18 February 2024 at 8:30pm for this insightful episode of 60 Minutes.