Richard Wilkins

Television presenter and journalist

Richard Wilkins - Television presenter and journalist
Born

June 19th, 1954
71 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Australia

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Born in New Zealand, Wilkins moved to Australia where he became a prominent television presenter and journalist. His career began in radio before transitioning to television, where he gained recognition for hosting various entertainment programs. Wilkins has interviewed many international celebrities and covered significant events in the entertainment industry. He served as the entertainment reporter for Channel Nine in Australia for many years, contributing to morning shows and special event broadcasts.

Hosted 'Today' on Channel Nine

Worked as an entertainment reporter for Channel Nine

Interviewed numerous international celebrities

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