Legendary NRL broadcaster David Morrow has died at the age of 71.

The rugby league “titan” retired from his radio duties just months ago and was inducted into the NRL Hall of Fame just days ago.

His death has devastated the NRL community.

Morrow was diagnosed with brain cancer in December and underwent chemotherapy and radiotherapy in recent months.

The invasive treatment forced him to retire immediately.

The NRL confirmed the tragic news of his death in a statement on Wednesday.

Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) Chairman Peter V’landys said: “David has been one of the great voices of the game – recognised around the country for his wit, his insight and his knowledge.

“I had the pleasure of knowing David throughout my career in sport and he was a champion in every sense of the word. I have been honoured and privileged to know him as a friend.

“In his final days, David knew how cherished he was in the Rugby League community, having been informed of his induction into the Hall of Fame. While it is terrible that we have lost David, it is comforting to know that he and his family were aware what the game felt about his achievements.

“David’s life and contribution will be celebrated on August 21 at the Hall of Fame dinner. On behalf of the Commission, I extend our sincerest condolences to David’s family, and all those who worked with him and knew him.”

His 2GB colleague Ray Hadley gave an emotional tribute to his fellow broadcaster on Wednesday.

“It’s with some sadness and regret that I announce that my mate and colleague David Morrow has passed away,” Hadley said.

“He passed away around midnight after a courageous battle with brain cancer, no doubt surrounded by his family.

“David started in country radio and was a football commentator, general broadcaster and a race caller. That’s where we first encountered each other.

“He was a really good man. It’s with regret that I say David is no longer with us.”

Tributes have poured in from across the Australian sporting landscape.

Channel 9’s Mathew Thompson shared a heart-broken emoji on Twitter.

“The world has lost a loving, caring, loyal and brilliant man,” he posted.

“An irreplaceable hole. A man close to my heart. I’m glad he’s not suffering anymore.

“You’ll never be forgotten mate. Heaven has just welcomed one heck of a broadcaster.”

Wide World of Sports commentator Mark Levy also posted: “A mate, a mentor, a super bloke.

I am absolutely devastated to lose someone who has become like a father figure to me.

“Davey, thank you for everything you’ve taught me and thank you for the excitement you’ve given listeners over the last 5 decades.

“RIP David ‘Thirsty’ Morrow.”

With more than 50 years in the industry, Morrow was awarded an OAM in 2005 for services to the community, sport and sports broadcasting.

He was also a media Hall of Fame inductee at the SCG.

Morrow was also a radio and television commentator for the ABC from 1980 to 2014. He joined 2GB’s rugby league commentary team in 2015 and finished his career as one of the most loved callers in Australian sport.