Ayres Rocha, prominent Brazilian journalist, dies at 62

Journalist Ayres Rocha has died at the age of 62 in Rio Branco, Acre, following complications from cancer. A prominent figure in regional broadcasting, Rocha dedicated over 30 years to Rede Amazônica, where he was best known for anchoring the 'Jornal do Acre 2ª Edição' (JAC2).

Rocha gained national recognition in 2019 when he participated in a special rotation of presenters for TV Globo’s 'Jornal Nacional' to celebrate the program's 50th anniversary. During that event, he shared the anchor desk with journalist Jéssica Senra.

Colleagues and viewers have paid tribute to his professional legacy, noting his ability to combine journalistic seriousness with a warm, human, and often joyful personality. Before his career in television began in 1989, Rocha worked as a bank clerk. He had recently returned to Acre from João Pessoa, Paraíba, to be near his family during his final days.