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Paul Henry just wants to entertain

Paul Henry acknowledges that "a reputation precedes me," but insists he isn't out to be controversial, but to entertain.

Upcoming Breakfast co-host Paul Henry met with media in Melbourne yesterday, ahead of the launch of the new TEN show.

Henry, who will be joined by Kathryn Robinson and Andrew Rochford, was in a cheery mood and looking forward to the new role.

So far he hasn’t watched much of the Seven and Nine offerings, noting that that’s primarily the domain of producers to keep an eye on. He says he also didn’t have much involvement in the casting of his female co-host, except to be consulted on Robinson’s appointment in the final stages.

Henry acknowledged that “a reputation precedes me,” alluding to the fact that much of the media so far has focussed on the more controversial moments of his career which “float to the top.” But while he understands media machinations, insists he isn’t out to be controversial, but to entertain.

With his background in journalism he also isn’t a fan of “no comment,” so when asked if he is indeed the “million dollar man” as some articles suggest, he laughed, “Absolutely.”

Is it possible he has been pre-judged before his Australian debut? Absolutely. But the proof will be in the pudding when the show rolls out.

Apparently that’s still some time off, yet….

21 Responses

  1. I’m so ashamed of you Ten and to David Warburton (you’re just like Barry O’Farrell). Why can’t you hire Sandra Sully and Brad McEwan or else get Belinda Heggen to host breakfast alongside Andrew Rochford and get Kathryn Robinson to do the news. Well with Paul Henry…….I won’t be watching and I hope Paul Henry gets deported.

  2. As the NZ people say.
    Good Mornin it’s s*x aym and your watchin breikfist on tien, with Dr. Andrew Rochfod, Kafhyrin Robinsone and Magdalana Roze. Now four the smornins news ey bro.

  3. I’ve never heard of him and I doubt most Aussies have either. But the bar is pretty low and dull for breakfast tv so I’m still hoping this will bring something interesting to the table.

  4. I’ve been so depressed by the slide of TV into the abyss that I haven’t bothered commenting on this site for months, but this guy has brought my fingers back to the keyboard.
    I’ve seen him in NZ many times over the years and I must say that in an industry infested with truly irritating personalities (Bolt, Sandilands etc) this man is beyond the pale. I wish him and Channel 10 nothing but bad luck in this endeavour and hope fervently that he goes home soon with “Not wanted in Australia” stamped on his luggage.

  5. I can’t even look at this guy with vomiting into my mouth a little bit. I don’t know how I’m going to be able to sit through the first episode – but I do enjoy shaking my head in disbelief… maybe I’ll just try and think about his inevitable sacking within the month.

  6. Absolutely he’s been pre-judged and so he should be. His repuatation speaks for itself which is why its so stupid Ten have picked him, and when this fails it’s their own fault for casting someone no one wants to watch. It’s a shame cos Andrew Rochford and Kathryn Robinson are both great, but i won’t be watching.

  7. Any publicity is good publicity – the reputation will precede him, and attract initial viewers curious to see what the ‘fuss’ is all about. For me, even the charming and intelligent Dr Dimples will not be enough for me to endure the strident style of Mr Henry. I watched him in NZ, and did not like his presence at all. Waking up to him? No, thank you.

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