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Courier-Mail
3 hours ago
- Business
- Courier-Mail
Veteran radio star axed after six months
Don't miss out on the headlines from Entertainment. Followed categories will be added to My News. A veteran radio broadcaster has been axed from his new job after just six months in the role, it's been revealed. Ron Wilson took to social media on Thursday to revealed that he has been dropped from his Super Radio Network's 2SM Breakfast show. Wilson shared the news with his fans and followers on Facebook on Thursday night, writing: 'thanks for the ride 2SM. It was … interesting … while it lasted.' 2SM breakfast announcer Ron Wilson has been dropped by the network. Picture: Supplied Discussing his axing he later told Daily Telegraph that despite being dropped by the network he 'didn't want to upset anyone' by revealing further details on the decision. ' … I'm limited on what I can say because I've just got a few little loose ends tie up with 2SM yet, so I don't want to upset anyone in that area,' Wilson told Sydney Confidential. 'They had an option on the contract just to give it a try out for six months, and that's exactly what happened. 'It wasn't quite what they were looking for. 'So we decided that it is probably best we leave it where it is for the time being and we will both go on our merry way. The veteran star had only been in the role for six months. Picture: Supplied 'It is a very very difficult time in electronic media at the moment, so they are going to make little cuts where they can and I am assuming I am part of that. 'We have left on a handshake and it's all good. The industry is too small to burn bridges, so I won't be doing any of that,' he added. His axing comes just six months after he was heavily advertised by the network as their latest hire. At the time, co-owner of the 2SM Super Radio Network George Caralis said Wilson was the perfect fit for the relaunch of 2SM, and that they were, 'hiring top talent instead of letting them go.' For six months he presented from 2SM's Pyrmont studios from 5.30am weekday, going up against Sydney talk radio competitors Ben Fordham and Craig Reucassel. According to Daily Telegraph, rumours are circulating that 2SM is now hoping to poach broadcaster Tim Webster from ABC Radio Sydney. Originally published as 'That was... interesting': Veteran radio host Ron Wilson axed after from 2SM Breakfast show after just six months
News.com.au
6 hours ago
- Business
- News.com.au
‘That was... interesting': Veteran radio host Ron Wilson axed after from 2SM Breakfast show after just six months
A veteran radio broadcaster has been axed from his new job after just six months in the role, it's been revealed. Ron Wilson took to social media on Thursday to revealed that he has been dropped from his Super Radio Network's 2SM Breakfast show. Wilson shared the news with his fans and followers on Facebook on Thursday night, writing: 'thanks for the ride 2SM. It was … interesting … while it lasted.' Discussing his axing he later told Daily Telegraph that despite being dropped by the network he 'didn't want to upset anyone' by revealing further details on the decision. ' … I'm limited on what I can say because I've just got a few little loose ends tie up with 2SM yet, so I don't want to upset anyone in that area,' Wilson told Sydney Confidential. 'They had an option on the contract just to give it a try out for six months, and that's exactly what happened. 'It wasn't quite what they were looking for. 'So we decided that it is probably best we leave it where it is for the time being and we will both go on our merry way. 'It is a very very difficult time in electronic media at the moment, so they are going to make little cuts where they can and I am assuming I am part of that. 'We have left on a handshake and it's all good. The industry is too small to burn bridges, so I won't be doing any of that,' he added. His axing comes just six months after he was heavily advertised by the network as their latest hire. At the time, co-owner of the 2SM Super Radio Network George Caralis said Wilson was the perfect fit for the relaunch of 2SM, and that they were, 'hiring top talent instead of letting them go.' For six months he presented from 2SM's Pyrmont studios from 5.30am weekday, going up against Sydney talk radio competitors Ben Fordham and Craig Reucassel.
Daily Mail
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Iconic radio host is dramatically AXED from his well-known show - as he gives scathing one-word parting shot
A veteran broadcaster has been axed from his radio program after just six months in the job. Ron Wilson's stint as 2SM breakfast presenter came to a sudden end this week. He had only joined the station in January after a decade-long stint as a newsreader on Smooth FM. 'Thanks for the ride 2SM. It while it lasted,' Wilson posted to Facebook on Thursday night Despite the parting shot, Wilson, 70, insisted he left the station on good terms. 'They had an option on the contract just to give it a try out for six months, and that's exactly what happened. It wasn't quite what they were looking for,' he told the Daily Telegraph. 'So we decided that it is probably best we leave it where it is for the time being.' His photo and bio have already been removed from the radio station's website. Wilson has worked in the media industry for five decades, including 33 years with Channel Ten, where he was best known as an evening newsreader. Wilson has worked in the media industry for five decades, including 33 years with Channel Ten. He was inundated with messages of support from shocked industry colleagues on Thursday night. 'What the?' radio presenter Trevor Sinclair commented. Ian Rogerson added: 'Their loss Ron.' The Wiggles' Anthony Field wrote: 'Hang on……????? I certainly hope not Ron!
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Studio magic: Ron Wilson wows Natalie and Jalen
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Get ready for some great food and fun on Thursday, June 12. Mind Tricks with Magician Ron Wilson will be at The Loft at Picker's, located at 1000 Indiana. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m., and the show will begin at 7:30 p.m. Seating is limited, and tickets are $23. Ron Wilson began performing magic at the age of 10 and has been passionate about it ever since. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
