New host for ABC News Breakfast revealed
Six weeks after Lisa Millar announced she would be leaving her role on ABC News Breakfast, her replacement has finally been announced.
Millar, after hosting the show since 2018, announced in July the she would be leaving the hosting role with the public broadcaster, telling viewers that her final day on the air would be August 23rd.
Now, just one week out from her departure, the ABC announced that Bridget Brennan would be taking over the coveted gig.
"I'm really honoured and excited to be taking up this spot on the couch, alongside our amazing team," Bridget said.
"I'm so grateful to Lisa and Michael for showing me the ropes and being wonderful mentors while I've adjusted to early starts and all the twists and turns that live television throws at you!"
A Dja Dja Wurrung and Yorta Yorta woman, Brennan joined the ABC in 2010 as a cadet journalist, with previous roles included working as the ABC's Indigenous Affairs Editor, Europe correspondent and National Indigenous Affairs correspondent.
"I didn't grow up watching Aboriginal women on the news, so it's really an important moment for my mob as well," she said.
ABC News Breakfast co-host Michael Rowland is thrilled to welcome Brennan to the program, saying, "Bridget has been such a breath of fresh air since joining the show and I am delighted she'll now be my main co-presenter."
"Bridget brings to the job enormous news heft, but also a love of music, film, food and bad jokes (mine, mostly). All the things that make News Breakfast tick!"
Millar also commented on her successor's role, wishing her all the best for her time on the show.
"Bridget is such a delightful friend and workmate – smart, intuitive and kind," Millar said.
"I can't wait to see the impact she'll have in this role, especially with our audience, who have already enthusiastically embraced her as a familiar part of their morning."
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