Paul Henry was absent yesterday for his last Monday on his own show.
Viewers were told that his mother Olive Henry was "gravely ill" by regular replacement host, Alison Mau.
It has now been confirmed via The Paul Henry Show's Facebook page that Olive has died.
"After a long illness, Paul Henry's lovely Mum Olive Mary Christine Hopes has passed away this afternoon."
"Paul and Olive had a truly remarkable bond. He inherited her cheeky and mischievous nature - and they completely and utterly adored each other. The audience of all of Paul's shows knew her as a real character and the interactions between mother and son were just so enjoyable. Paul loved teasing Olive, and Olive loved him doing it."
