7NEWS US bureau chief returns to Australia to replace Matt Doran
The 7NEWS US bureau chief has returned to Australia to take on a new role with the network.
On Thursday, the Seven Network announced David Woiwod as the new co-host of Weekend Sunrise, following a five-year stint in the States, alongside Monique Wright.
Woiwod will replace Matt Doran who wrapped up this past weekend, only weeks after confirming his exit.
Woiwod previously worked as Sunrise’s resident Melbourne reporter for four years before heading to the US to work in the 7NEWS Los Angeles bureau.
“Five years on the road as a foreign correspondent covering the world’s biggest events has prepared me for the major stories, early hours and bad coffee that 3am starts demand – I’m excited and ready,” Woiwod said.
“In all seriousness, this is a thrilling full circle moment for me. I’m beyond excited to return to the Sunrise family and to keep telling the stories that matter most to Australians.
“Mon is the most talented, generous, hilarious and wickedly smart person to work with and I look forward to riding her coattails until the bosses notice.
“Aussies lead busy lives, so to be invited into their homes on precious weekend mornings is a privilege not lost on me.”
Seven’s director of morning television, Sarah Stinson, added: “We’re delighted to welcome David back to the Sunrise family and can’t wait to begin this exciting new chapter with him at the helm of Weekend Sunrise.
“David’s depth of experience, strong work ethic and authentic warmth make him the perfect choice for this role.
“He’s a passionate storyteller, he delivers news with integrity, and he has an outrageous sense of humour. Viewers are in for an entertaining ride!
“But all of that is insignificant to the awe I felt witnessing his moves on the dance floor at a Sunrise Christmas Party a few years ago. I even think he crowd-surfed at one point. Massive respect. I can’t wait to spend weekends with such a legend.”
Woiwod’s co-hosting duties on Weekend Sunrise will kick off this Saturday.
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Neil Griffiths is the Managing Editor of Mumbrella. He joined the company in October 2023.
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Why are Seven bringing the unwanted disliked has beens over to our footy shows.???
We all know here in WA that Eddie, And the crew from Footy Classified are has beens, and they are anti anything WA, so we wont be watching them. Kane Cornes especially, is not even welcome to visit WA. Talk about a disaster waiting to happen. Bad move Seven.
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