Ray Martin
Television host and journalist, Australia
Born
December 20th, 1944
80 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Australia
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A prominent figure in Australian television, contributed significantly to various news and entertainment programs. Served as a host for the current affairs program '60 Minutes' for several years, delivering investigative journalism to Australian audiences. Worked as a presenter on programs such as 'The Ray Martin Show' and 'A Current Affair', showcasing interviews with key figures across different sectors. Received several awards for contributions to journalism and television hosting, including the Logie Award.
Hosted '60 Minutes' in Australia
Presented 'A Current Affair'
Hosted 'The Ray Martin Show'
Won multiple Logie Awards
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