Molly Meldrum is still with his partner. He has been in a relationship with Yan Wongngam for over 30 years.

Molly Meldrum was a talent coordinator, interviewer, and music news presenter on the former music program Countdown (1974-1987), and is well-known for his signature Stetson hat, which he has frequently worn in public since the 1980s.

Molly Meldrum was also a record producer and worked on top ten hits for artists such as Russell Morris, Ronnie Burns, Colleen Hewett, Supernaut, and The Ferrets.

In January of 1986, Molly Meldrum was appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia for his service in fostering international relief and to youth.

Molly Meldrum has earned a reputation for his contributions to the Australian music industry and is recognized as an advocate of Australian popular music both in Australia and internationally.

Molly Meldrum has received recognition for his contributions, including an Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) Award for Special Achievement in 1993 and the “Ted Albert Award” in 1994 at the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA) Awards.