Former Sunrise host to depart Channel Seven
Former Sunrise host Melissa Doyle will be leaving the Channel Seven network after 25 years.
Doyle has held presenting and hosting roles on 11AM, Today Tonight, Sunrise, 7NEWS, Sunday Night, and most recently The Latest.
“For half of my life, I have called Channel Seven home. I’ve had the privilege to share stories that mattered, meet incredible people, and be there for significant moments in history,” Doyle said in a statement.
“I am incredibly proud of the work I have done and so grateful to have worked with some of the very best in my industry.
“And I am so appreciative of the trust and warmth our viewers have shown me. They have been part of my family – through Today Tonight, Sunrise, Seven News, Sunday Night and the multitude of programs I’ve been part of at Seven.
“I want to thank the consummate professionals I have worked with along the way, and in particular our chairman Kerry Stokes for his constant support.
“Whilst I am sad to be leaving, I do so with a great deal of pride, satisfaction and gratitude.”
Do you think Channel Seven will be the same without Melissa Doyle? Will you change your viewing habits if she goes to another network?
Congratulations to Mel for her past work with Channel 7. I used to watch Sunrise and was very disappointed when she was forced out. She was extremely adept at interviewing people and could elicit important information with her skilful questions, unlike her male counterpart whose ability to interview people left a lot to be desired. I hope she has a great break and will pop up on our screens sooner rather than later. A consumate professional.