Australian radio and television presenter Jonathan Coleman has lost his four-year battle with prostate cancer at just 65 years of age.

Mr Coleman began his career as a presenter on Simon Townsend's Wonder World in 1979 before hosting radio shows on Triple J and Triple M.

Following a stint in the United Kingdom, he returned as a presenter on Channel 10's Studio 10 morning show.

In a statement announcing his death, Jonathan Coleman's wife wrote: "Jono and I have been soulmates for close to 40 years. We have been fortunate to live a rich and wonderful life".

"I have been lucky enough to watch up-close someone with enormous talent and the special gift to make people laugh."