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Daily Mail
03-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The best and worst dressed at the 2025 Logie Awards: Australian stars arrive for TV's night of nights
Aussie stars have braved the soggy Sydney weather to make a sartorial splash on the red carpet ahead of the 65th TV Week Logie Awards - and boy was it worth it. TV's 'night of nights' lit up The Star in Pyrmont on Sunday afternoon, with a glittering guest list of household names strutting their stuff in lace, leather, and more sparkle than a disco ball. And while some absolutely nailed it with slinky silhouettes, bold cuts, and jaw-dropping sequins, others… let's just say their glam squads might be getting a stern debrief tomorrow morning. BEST DRESSED Plenty of guests had eyes on them for all the right reasons, be it in the form of a playful pop of colour, sexy and sultry design or classic look done just right. A guest who was the epitome of the latter was Leila McKinnon. Was it a risk? Yes. Did it pay off? Absolutely. The journalist's slick, beautifully-tailored power suit delivered class and elegance, while the large bow injected a bit of fun without overwhelming her shape - not to mention those perfectly executed curtain bangs. 10/10. Meanwhile, singer Kate Miller-Heidke wowed in a classic off-the-shoulder red gown, cute gold box clutch and a touch of lippy that was colour-matched impeccably. Wearing her hair down with a subtle curl was a great choice. Singer Kate Miller-Heidke wowed in a classic off-the-shoulder red gown, cute gold box clutch and a touch of lippy that was colour-matched impeccably. Angela Cox won us over with her stunning pink frock, too. The colour and cut was so striking on her we've chosen to overlook the slightly over-sized bodice... this time Angela Cox won us over with her stunning pink frock, too. The colour and cut was so striking on her we've chosen to overlook the slightly over-sized bodice... this time. Dr Kate Adams couldn't have picked a better blue for her gown, with the electric shade complementing her striking features to a T. While the very high split and nude heels may divide fashion commentators, the overall look ticks every box. Jessica Redmayne also rocked the perfect shade, with her pale pink frock delivering Disney princess energy in the best way. The actress may have struggled to manoeuvre her way along the carpet but it was worth it. She looked fantastic. Home and Away icon Irene can do no wrong in our eyes, and neither can Lynne McGranger. The recently retired Gold Logie nominee was clearly manifesting a win in her spectacular golden frock and we love everything about it - even the blue hoops. If she doesn't nab the win, at least she can claim gold in the sartorial stakes. Bravo Lynne. On that note, we simply have to shout out our golden girls Carrie Bickmore and Sonia Kruger. Carrie was radiant in her one-shoulder design - the subtle shimmer highlighting her spectacular figure as she sashayed down the carpet. Her hair was immaculate and while the heavy eye makeup was a bold move, it worked beautifully with her minimalist accessories and uber-natural look. Sonia, another Gold Logie nominee in an apt shade, was breathtaking. The TV icon's gown hugged her in all the right places and the silver hardware was just enough to add a little edge, especially given her decision to go jewellery-free (other than a couple of statement rings). What a look. Red carpets are all about experimentation, risk-taking, and having a little fun - but the execution doesn't always... align with the vision. The actress threw any and all caution to the wind with her dress, with the split not only flying past her thigh but continuing all the way up to her upper hip Although the stars certainly kept their looks far more demure this year, some of them went too far in the opposite direction with ill-fitting cuts and gowns that swamped their enviable frames. This was the case for MasterChef alum Poh Ling Yeow, whose beautifully-fitted, bespoke Velani Couture gown was perfection on top and... less so from the hips down. The billowing pickle-green skirt shortened her svelte figure and failed to complement her warm makeup and minimalist hairstyle. Meanwhile The Bachelor's Bella Veralis, who rarely steps a foot wrong with fashion, opted for a ruched gown in an on-trend pecan brown shade. While the frock fit her beautifully, the cups on the bodice looked a little unfinished and the structured neckline was too much for her petite figure and slim shoulders. Actress Chloé Sarah Hayden made a statement in her vampy sequinned design - but the bat-like shoulders, OTT skirt and oddly-shaped neckline appeared poorly fitted and too informal for a black tie event. Sophie Monk was almost there in her goddess-like Cappellazzo gown - but the look was let down with an unflattering, tight bodice that added unnecessary bulk to her waist and appeared deeply uncomfortable to pose in. Poh Ling Yeow's beautifully-fitted bespoke Velani Couture gown was perfection on top and... less so from the hips down. The Bachelor's Bella Veralis, who rarely steps a foot wrong with fashion, opted for a ruched gown in an on-trend pecan brown shade Actress Chloé Sarah Hayden made a statement in her vampy sequinned design - but the bat-like shoulders, OTT skirt and oddly-shaped neckline appeared poorly fitted and too informal for a black tie event. Sophie Monk was almost there in her goddess-like Cappellazzo gown - but the look was let down with an unflattering, tight bodice The gorgeous Juliet Love opted for a slinky velvet number that was let down by the sky-high split; it left her at serious risk of a wardrobe malfunction. Speaking of unnecessary splits, Maria Angelico's dress could have done without one too. The actress' figure-hugging two-piece also washed her out a little and the skirt could have used a spritz of steam beforehand. We'll blame the rain and humidity for that one. However. There are splits... and then there's Emily Weir's gown. The actress threw any and all caution to the wind with her dress, with the split not only flying past her thigh but continuing all the way up to her upper hip. As expected she spent the majority of her time on the carpet attempting to cover up her modesty as her silky, ivory frock took off in the breeze. An example of a risk that didn't pay off. The gorgeous Juliet Love opted for a slinky velvet number that was let down by the sky-high split that left her at serious risk of a wardrobe malfunction Shelley went all out in a navy sequinned design. It was all gown and no Shelley. Edwina, on the other hand, rocked a pretty pale blue power suit and sequinned bra. The idea was fantastic but we would have liked to see something a little more formal and better-tailored for this occasion Actress Sophea Pennington's plunging gown also left her at risk of a wardrobe malfunction, with the flimsy fabric a risky move in the weather conditions. The material choice also failed to show off her enviable curves. Extra points for the pocket though. TV favourites Shelley Craft and Edwina Bartholomew also made questionable decisions with their outfits on Sunday afternoon. Shelley went all out in a navy sequinned design. It was all gown and no Shelley. If the cape was removed it would have been a different story, but a more classic silhouette would have suited the beloved star more. Edwina, on the other hand, rocked a pretty pale blue power suit and sequinned bra. The idea was fantastic but we would have liked to see something a little more formal and better-tailored for this occasion.
Daily Mail
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
First look of the brand new The Voice Australia panel after major superstar joined the cast
The Voice Australia has a brand new look after Sporty Spice Melanie C was added to the panel of judges for the upcoming 2025 season of the singing competition. Mel is joining former Boyzone member Ronan Keating and '80s American star Richard Marx in the big red chairs. The international line up is rounded out by returning coach Kate Miller-Heidke, who is the only Aussie on the judging panel this year. In a high-octane trailer for the upcoming season, Mel C is touted as 'an icon', 'a pop culture phenomenon' and the biggest viewer drawcard for the Channel Seven reality show. 'There's only five of them in the world… and we've got one,' fellow coach Ronan brags in the trailer. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, . 'She made history as part of the biggest selling female group of all time,' he adds. 'We all want you bad,' Mel is seen telling one hopeful contestant after smashing her big red button. 'You've got so much girl power!' she tells another aspiring female pop star in the first look. 'With a spice girl is where you belong!'. In yet another power play for a team member, Melanie openly admits she's relying on her Spice Girl status to reel in the best singers. 'I was a Spice Girl. That is my pitch,' she says bluntly. The Voice formula relies on an international superstar judge battling out local legends for the best singing talent in the competition. UK singer Rita Ora held that position for two seasons alongside Aussie veterans Guy Sebastian and Jessica Mauboy. The famously private singer said she is 'missing life Down Under AU,' as she captioned carousel of photos taken during filming for The Voice Mel has been quietly dating Australian model Chris Dingwall since at least the middle of last year. In 2024, her extensive DJ tour saw her visit Australia twice within six months and she enjoyed an extended holiday with Chris off the end of her busy work schedule. In the last 12 months, the blossoming relationship has gone from strength to strength, The famously private singer said she is 'missing life Down Under AU,' as she captioned carousel of photos taken during filming for The Voice. The collection happy snaps, posted last week, included a rare selfie with her beau. Mel was first announced in a fresh new The Voice judging panel in January, after longtime judges Jessica Mauboy, Rita Ora, and one season wonder Jason DeRulo vacated their big red chairs. Australian Idol winner Guy Sebastian, who started on The Voice in 2019, was the last man standing until October 2024, when he sensationally quit. 'I have some news to share with you all regarding my role as a Voice coach,' the original Australian Idol winner penned in an announcement made to Instagram. 'I have made the decision to take a break from the best red chair on the planet... Whoever has the audacity to take my chair, don't get too comfortable… I will wrestle for it back with zero dignity when I'm ready to return,' he wrote. Viewers have expressed mixed reactions to the shakeup, with some questioning the lack of Aussie faces. 'I just know the network scrambled when Guy [Sebastian] announced his departure,' one user commented on Instagram. 'And the death of Voice Australia is complete,' added another. 'I might actually watch this year now that there is a Spice Girl for a judge,' one person countered. Logie Awards on 3 August, for which both The Voice and Kate Miller-Heidke are nominees.
ABC News
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- ABC News
Eurovision 2025: Australia has been in the song contest for 10 years. What now?
It's been 10 years since Australia rocked up at the 2015 Eurovision Song Contest with Guy Sebastian singing the achingly safe and respectable 'Tonight Again' as a wildcard entry. And despite yearly questions of "why is Australia in Eurovision?", we're still going. Sure, we've failed to qualify for the grand final twice: the first time in 2021 with Montaigne's layered, if convoluted pop track, 'Technicolour', and last year, with ethereal electro-pop duo Electric Fields' dance anthem, 'One Milkali (One Blood)', sung partly in Language. But non-qualifying is a normal part of the Eurovision journey for every competing country — unless you're Ukraine, and have a perfect qualification record. And Australia has also experienced some real Eurovision highs. The highest was undoubtedly coming second in 2016 with Dami Im's powerful, timeless ballad 'Sound of Silence' — our best result in the competition so far. Not only have we cracked the top 10 four more times, we've also brought impressive levels of diversity. Our representing artists have hailed from the likes of Australian Idol, the Queensland Conservatorium of Music and TikTok, and have been overwhelmingly culturally and ethnically diverse; it wasn't until Kate Miller-Heidke — who came ninth with 'Zero Gravity' in 2019 — that we had a white Australian Eurovision representative. There will always be Eurovision purists who argue non-European countries shouldn't be in the contest — Israel and Azerbaijan face complaints, too. But a decade in, it's starting to feel like we belong. "I don't think there were any other performances in my life, before or since, that have been that intense … I felt it the whole time," says Dami Im of her time on Eurovision in 2016. "But when I look back, I feel like it was very special that I got to be a part of something so big. "It impacted me on a huge level, like so dramatically. I would say there was me before Eurovision and me after Eurovision. The two Damis are very different to me." Not only was competing in Eurovision "powerful" in connecting the Meanjin/Brisbane-based singer-songwriter with a global fan base — it also helped her see something in herself. Nine years on, she says she's still benefiting from the "confidence" boost Eurovision gave her; just last year, Dami took part in Eurovision on Tour, with a string of concerts across the globe. And she's currently recording her seventh studio album. Jess Carniel has spent the past decade researching the song contest and our place in it. She agrees Eurovision is a great way to showcase Australian talent to a global audience of 163 million people. "Now, we've got fans of Australian artists living in Portugal and Brazil and Sweden and China, and they've got access to these artists watching Eurovision," the associate professor in humanities at the University of South Queensland explains. And beyond the kitsch, the drinking games and the joy that is Europop, she says there are many more cultural and political reasons why direct involvement in Eurovision is important for Australia. "Once we started participating in Eurovision, it became this really interesting way of feeling connected to the rest of the world. That's a recurring theme in my research." Carniel says that connection isn't about our "European roots" ("Australians from a diverse range of backgrounds love Eurovision"), but forging new cultural and political ties. "Especially in this political climate, where our major military partner [the United States] is going off the rails, we need to make sure we're situated in the world in a different way," she explains. Guy and Dami, as well as their successors, Isaiah and Jessica Mauboy, were all chosen internally by SBS. The broadcaster changed things up in 2019, opening the selection process to the Australian public with a national competition. Set on the Gold Coast, Eurovision — Australia Decides was a game-changer for fans who struggle to make it to Europe for the main event, the local economy and up-and-coming artists. But SBS canned the national contest — which crowned Kate Miller-Heidke, Montaigne and Sheldon Riley — after just three editions. The organisation told TV Tonight in 2022: "A variety of factors contributed to us coming to this decision." "My understanding is it came down to [the fact] their licensing deal to use the word 'Eurovision' had expired, and apparently running the event was very expensive," Carniel says. She thinks it's "really, really sad" the national competition was scrapped, because it was worthwhile for domestic audiences and brought "quite a bit to the Gold Coast economy". "And it wasn't just Australians watching it. Someone like Jaguar Jonze has fans around the world, not because she represented us in Eurovision, but because she was part of the national selection," Carniel says. Even the internally selected Dami wants to see Eurovision — Australia Decides return. "In Australia, we don't get a lot of opportunities to showcase our music [and] being in the music industry is really, really difficult," she says. But Emily Griggs, head of the Australian delegation and SBS Entertainment, says SBS has no plans to resume the national competition "any time soon". Since returning to an internal selection process in 2023, SBS has sent two Eurovision — Australia Decides runners-up to represent Australia: Voyager, followed by Electric Fields. For 2025, the broadcaster selected Go-Jo — a relatively unknown artist who built a following on TikTok and who will represent Australia with 'Milkshake Man'. Carniel may have dedicated the past decade of her life to researching Australia's involvement in Eurovision, but she's actually "really, really surprised" we're competing this year. "I felt that last year, the late announcement of Electric Fields, and the fact [SBS] had selected Electric Fields at all, was a swan song," she says. Then came the announcement longtime Australian hosts Myf Warhurst and Joel Creasey would not return, adding to the sense "we were just in this weird limbo land". Their replacements, Courtney Act and Tony Armstrong, were announced just over a month before the 2025 contest. "It feels like there isn't the same kind of investment and level of energy there was when we first started, from SBS's side," Carniel says. "I think SBS needs to demonstrate their commitment a little bit more than they have in the past few years, by keeping us in the loop a little bit more around their plans and decision-making processes. There's no confirmation yet of our continued participation beyond this year; Australia currently relies on an annual invitation to compete in the contest. While she won't reveal specific figures ("Eurovision is about much more than dollars and cents"), Griggs says SBS's "investment in Eurovision has naturally evolved over the years … as with any major production", and that the broadcaster's commitment to the contest "remains unwavering". Far from the end some local fans and experts like Carniel fear, she sees 2025 as the beginning of a "new chapter" for Australia in Eurovision. The Eurovision Song Contest airs live and in prime time from May 14-18 exclusively on SBS and SBS On Demand.
