Veteran journalist and Nine News presenter Peter Overton celebrates his 59th birthday tomorrow, setting the record straight after some reports incorrectly listed his age as 60.

With over 40 years in the industry starting in radio at 2UE in 1983, Overton shared stories from his early days in the field, memorable moments on 60 Minutes, and his proud tenure as Sydney’s chief newsreader since 2009.

He also opened up about his recent melanoma diagnosis and gave a nod to his wife Jessica Rowe for planning tomorrow’s birthday festivities.