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West Australian
9 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Logies 2025: Johanna Griggs on Better Homes and Gardens nomination and TV success
Johanna Griggs says the funniest part of the Logies for her is when the Better Homes and Gardens team walks the red carpet. 'The red carpet at the Logies is always a very interesting moment, because obviously we're not Home and Away,' she said. 'We spend most of our red carpet where people go, 'Oh yeah, can you move along?' So we have the absolute roar of laughter going down the red carpet. 'It's a pretty humbling experience.' Better Homes and Gardens is in line to win best lifestyle program at the Logies on Sunday night. The popular Channel 7 TV show is up against against Nine's Do You Want To Live Forever? and Travel Guides, and the ABC's Gardening Australia, Grand Designs Australia and Restoration Australia. The BHAG host said she was 'always so thrilled to be nominated'. 'I feel like when you get the nod for a Logies nomination, it's like validation of all (the team's) hard work, and so there's a real sense of pride in the show,' Griggs said. 'Do I think that we'll win? I never, ever, ever think we will win. 'It would be a really lovely surprise, but, at the end of the day, that's completely and utterly out of our hands. 'We always have a great night, because these days, with budget cuts, we only sort of get together about half a dozen times throughout the year, and the Logies is one of them.' In addition to the red carpet, Griggs' other highlights of the evening include listening to the speeches and Sam Pang, who returns as host for the third time. 'I love seeing the speeches, like the highlights for me the last couple of years have been Sam Pang's hosting,' she said. 'I thought he's been so refreshing and not mean at all in his hosting. And if he doesn't get something 100 per cent right, he just totally owns it.' Better Homes has been on air for 31 years and has won 13 Logies, including Adam Dovile's win of best new talent in 2015. Griggs attributes the show's long-lasting success to its positivity and variety over the years. She said beloved viewers were very passionate with praise and recounted a recent run-in with a member of the public at a supermarket. 'I walked in, a man just said to me, 'Oh my gosh, I think I know you'. And I was like, 'Oh, that's so kind'. And he said, 'My family, we love your show because we get so sick of watching shows where people are fighting and everyone's angry at each other, or you click on the news and it's so sad and there's all these horrible atrocities'. He says, 'We just love that your show's positive.'' 'I think the show has a comfort value for them. I think it has definitely a nostalgic value for them. Because often people tell us they used to watch it with their grandparents or with their parents as kids.' Griggs said she was proud to be involved in the show where no week was the same and full of people who 'genuinely love what we do'.
News.com.au
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Sam Pang reveals excruciatingly awkward Logies moment
Ahead of his third round hosting the Logie Awards, Sam Pang has opened up about the nightmare that unfolded the first time he was at the helm. As plenty of viewers may remember, the comedian launched into a planned tribute to veteran Home and Away star Ray Meagher at the 2023 event – only for everyone to quickly realise he was mysteriously absent. 'When I started talking to him, I realised that he wasn't in his chair, he wasn't at his table,' Pang told From The Newsroom podcast host Andrew Bucklow. 'I thought when I was doing some jokes about him, they'd cut away to Ray, and they couldn't, because he wasn't there.' He explained they'd later discovered that Meagher had been in the press room, 'doing the publicity rounds', as Home and Away had just won an award. 'Ray loves talking about himself, they just couldn't pull him away from a microphone,' Pang joked. 'So basically I was doing jokes about [Meagher], and he was not there. I think I acknowledged it, like, 'That would've gone a lot better if Ray was actually here', and then he got back just in time. So it turned out okay.' Easily the best part of any Logies night is the opening monologue, or what's essentially a roast of all the year's biggest showbiz stories – and Pang dropped some hints about who might be in the firing line during Sunday night's show. The axing of The Project is likely to be referenced, but 'with love!' Pang assured listeners, as well as the (second) cancellation of long-running soap Neighbours. Topics he has no interest in covering, however, is the frenzy that surrounded Robert Irwin's Bonds underwear photo shoot earlier this year, as well as Jonathan LaPaglia being let go as host of Survivor ('there's no chance', Pang insisted). The TV personality also confirmed whether he'd take any cheeky digs at his own show, Sam Pang Tonight, during the awards show, given its nomination for Best Comedy Entertainment Program – and the heavy scrutiny it copped during its premiere season earlier this year. Describing the experience of filming as 'wonderful' and 'nerve-racking', Pang admitted that it also been a 'learning curve' and that he'd been taken aback by the scrutiny the show received during its premiere season earlier this year. 'I suppose I was a bit naive,' he said, explaining that the early stages of his other shows, including Have You Been Paying Attention and The Front Bar, had initially launched in an 'off-Broadway' way. 'It's fine it's all part of it, it's a privilege. I'm glad Channel 10 took a punt and put us on at 8.30pm on a Monday. You just find out, you know? People watched and enjoyed it, and those who didn't, that's fine. I understand. There's lots to watch!'
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
From Married At First stars to the cast of Real Housewives of Sydney : All the famous faces brutally snubbed from the 2025 Logie Awards
It is only a week until the highly anticipated 2025 TV WEEK Logie Awards - and famous faces are gearing up for one of the biggest nights in television. With beloved rocker Jimmy Barnes set to take the stage at The Star Sydney on August 3, and Sam Pang hosting the event for the third time, the annual celebration has been the talk of the town. However, while tongues have been wagging about the stacked guest list, they've also been noting the glaring absences, with a slew of stars from Australia's favourite shows set to miss the red carpet event next week. Some of the biggest names to not to make the guest list include MasterChef 2024 runner-up Josh 'Pezza' Perry, The Block's Ricky Recard and the whole of the Married At First Sight cast. Speaking to Yahoo Lifestyle about the brutal cast snub, MAFS bride Jamie Marinos revealed she had long doubted that she and her co-stars would receive an invite to the Logies. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'To be honest, I felt like there was all this talk that we were gonna get invited, but I just didn't trust it, so I actually booked a trip to Europe and I'm doing my own kind of publicity tour in London,' she said. 'None of us were bloody invited,' she revealed, adding: 'It's a shame because I know the rest of the cast probably would have been looking forward to it too. I would have loved to have gone to the Logies with everyone.' Despite the cast being left off the invite list, love experts John Aiken and Alessandra Rampolla will be in attendance to represent the popular show. However, MAFS isn't the only program that has seen cast members snubbed while their judges make the cut. The Block's Scott Cam and Shelley Craft received a Logies invite, however the teams from last year's 20th season - including fan-favourite Ricky Recard - did not. Similarly, Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge of My Kitchen Rules will be in attendance, but the teams from the 2024 season - including champion Simone Preste - are understood to be missing it. Despite Real Housewives of Sydney being nominated for the first time at the Logies, none of the show's stars were invited to the glitzy event. Victoria Montano said she was under 'no misconceptions' over whether production would prioritise themselves for a seat at the ceremony, despite the Housewives opening up their lives for public consumption'. MasterChef Australia judges Sofia Levin and Poh Ling will be at the Logies, with Poh up for the most coveted award of the night, The Gold Logie. However, 2024 runner-up Josh Perry revealed that he didn't receive an invite, despite first and second place winners attending the ceremony in the past. It is not yet known if Farmer Wants A Wife host Natalie Gruzlewski and Australian Survivor host Jonathan LaPaglia will be at the ceremony, but it's highly unlikely considering Natalie's 10 year red carpet hiatus and Jonathan's recent axing by Channel 10. As for Australian Idol, this year's winner 19-year-old Marshall Hamburger will be in attendance, as will host Ricki-Lee Coulter, who is up for the Most Popular Presenter award, but it is not known if other contestants received an invitation. The Logie nominations were officially announced in June at the Sydney Opera House, seeing a slew of Aussie favourites up for big awards in television. As for fans watching at home, voting is now open and will remain so until 7pm on Friday, August 1.
Daily Mail
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Aussie icon set to headline the 2025 Logie Awards is revealed
The 65th TV Week Logie Awards have finally revealed their headline act for this year's ceremony. Beloved rocker Jimmy Barnes is set to take the stage at The Star Sydney on August 3, bringing four decades of fan-favourite hits to Aussie ears. Jimmy, who has 21 number-one albums under his belt as well as a place in the ARIA Hall of Fame, revealed he couldn't wait to 'get the party jumping' at the annual awards ceremony. 'I am excited about playing at the Logies, television's big night of nights,' the 69-year-old said. 'It will be great to celebrate all the fantastic talent we have in Australian television, and to play some rock'n'roll music to get the party jumping.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The Aussie icon will be joined by the likes of Kitty Flanagan, Hamish Blake and Leigh Sales, who are just a few of the presenters expected to wow the crowd. It has also been revealed that Sam Pang will host the event for the third time. Sam's cheeky and irreverent comedy as host last year and in 2023 proved to be a big hit with audiences and TV's A-list, as well as a major ratings winner for Seven. 'It's been an honour to host the last two years and I'm looking forward to again celebrating the talented people and amazing shows that combine to make the Australian television industry something everyone can be proud of,' Sam told The Herald Sun. 'I am very excited to return for another Logies and would like to thank Seven for asking me back.' The Logie nominations were officially announced in June at the Sydney Opera House and Aussies were relieved to see a certain TV icon up for the most coveted category. Lynne McGranger, who played Irene Roberts on the soap opera Home and Away for over 33 years, has finally scored a Gold Logie nomination for her hard work. Taking to Instagram, the 72-year-old Aussie star gushed about the milestone moment in her career and urged fans to vote. 'Well this is some fabulous news to get while I'm away!!' she penned. 'I am so thrilled to be nominated for a Silver Logie for Best Lead Actress in a Drama and the coveted GOLD LOGIE!' Also nominated for the number one gong is A Current Affair's Ally Langdon, 46, who won Best News or Public Affairs Presenter last year. Not his first rodeo, two-time winner Hamish Blake, 43, is in the draw again for the Gold Logie, having won it back in 2022 for Lego Masters and in 2012 for Hamish and Andy's Gap Year. Former ABC News Breakfast presenter Lisa Millar, 56, is also in the running for the top prize for her work on Backroads and Muster Dogs. Also in the running is MasterChef Australia's Poh Ling Yeow, 51, who was recently plagued with speculation that she may be stepping back from the beloved cooking show before revealing she had signed on to return in 2026. Julia Morris, 57, is set to battle it out for the Gold Logie too, after hosting Network 10's I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! in South Africa alongside conservationist Robert Irwin. And last but not least, Dancing With The Stars' Sonia Kruger, 59, is up for the number one gong again after nabbing a Gold Logie back in 2023. Voting is now open and will remain so until 7pm on Friday August 1. The ceremony will be available to watch on Seven and 7Plus.
Refinery29
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Refinery29
Everything We Know About The 2025 Logie Awards: Nominations & How To Vote
The 2025 Logie Awards are almost here, and the nominations are filled with some familiar and fresh faces. The 65th annual TV WEEK Logie Awards will take place on August 3, 2025, hosted by comedian Sam Pang. It's a celebration of Australia's best small-screen talent, and we'll be blessed with some incredible red carpet fashion. The public will have a chance to weigh in on multiple awards, including the prestigious TV WEEK Gold Logie, where six of the seven nominees are women. Read on for everything you need to know about the star-studded event, including how to vote. Where will the 2025 Logies be held? The 2025 Logies will be held at The Star, Sydney. When are the 2025 Logie Awards and how can I watch? The 2025 Logie Awards will be broadcast live on Seven and 7plus on Sunday 3 August from 7pm AEST. Who is hosting the 2025 Logies? Comedian Sam Pang will be hosting the 2025 Logies for the third year in a row. How can I vote for the 2025 Logies? Voting is now officially open, and you can vote for your favourite talent over at TV WEEK. You don't have to vote for every category, but make sure you check your email after you've submitted your picks. You'll be required to verify your email; otherwise, your vote won't count. Voting is limited to one vote per person. Who's nominated in the 2025 Logie Awards? ABC has racked up the most nominations, with Fisk getting nods in four acting categories. Netflix is the most nominated streamer, which makes sense. Netflix's Apple Cider Vinegar, Heartbreak High, and Territory were popular in Australia and had a lot of buzz. -Ally Langdon -Hamish Blake -Julia Morris -Lisa Millar -Lynne McGranger -Poh Ling Yeow -Sonia Kruger Bert Newton Award for Most Popular Presenter -Hamish Blake, LEGO Masters Australia, 9Network -Julia Morris, I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, Network 10 -Ricki-Lee, Australian Idol, Seven Network -Sonia Kruger, The Voice, and Dancing With The Stars, Seven Network -Todd Woodbridge, Tipping Point Australia, Australian Open, The Olympic Games Paris 2024 and Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, 9Network -Zan Rowe, Take 5 With Zan Rowe and ABC New Year's Eve, ABC Graham Kennedy Award for Most Popular New Talent -Guy Montgomery, Guy Montgomery's Guy Mont Spelling Bee, ABC -Hailey Pinto, Home and Away, Seven Network -Jenny Tian, Taskmaster Australia, Network 10 -Kate Miller-Heidke, The Voice, Seven Network -Kylah Day, Territory, Netflix -Sofia Levin, MasterChef Australia, Network 10 Ray Martin Award for Most Popular News or Public Affairs Presenter -Ally Langdon, A Current Affair, 9Network -David Speers, Insiders, ABC -Michael Usher, 7NEWS and 7NEWS Spotlight, Seven Network -Peter Overton, 9News, 9Network -Sarah Ferguson, 7.30, ABC -Tara Brown, 60 Minutes and Dangerous Lies: Unmasking Belle Gibson, 9Network TV WEEK Silver Logie for Best Lead Actor in a Drama -Lloyd Griffith, Return To Paradise, ABC -Michael Dorman, Territory, Netflix -Robert Taylor, Territory, Netflix -Sam Corlett, Territory, Netflix -Sam Neill, The Twelve, BINGE / FOXTEL -Tai Hara, Return To Paradise, ABC TV WEEK Silver Logie for Best Lead Actress in a Drama -Alycia Debnam-Carey, Apple Cider Vinegar, Netflix -Anna Samson, Return To Paradise, ABC -Anna Torv, Territory, Netflix -Ayesha Madon, Heartbreak High, Netflix -Kaitlyn Dever, Apple Cider Vinegar, Netflix -Lynne McGranger, Home and Away, Seven Network TV WEEK Silver Logie for Best Lead Actor in a Comedy -Aaron Chen, Fisk, ABC -Ben Miller, Austin, ABC -Clancy Brown, Good Cop/Bad Cop, Stan -Luke Cook, Good Cop/Bad Cop, Stan -Michael Theo, Austin, ABC -Patrick Brammall, Colin From Accounts, BINGE / FOXTEL TV WEEK Silver Logie for Best Lead Actress in a Comedy -Harriet Dyer, Colin From Accounts, BINGE / FOXTEL -Jenna Owen, Nugget is Dead: A Christmas Story, Stan -Kitty Flanagan, Fisk, ABC -Leighton Meester, Good Cop/Bad Cop, Stan -Sally Phillips, Austin, ABC -Vic Zerbst, Nugget is Dead: A Christmas Story, Stan TV WEEK Silver Logie for Best Supporting Actor -Ashley Zukerman, Apple Cider Vinegar, Netflix -Darren Gilshenan, Colin From Accounts, BINGE / FOXTEL -Glenn Butcher, Fisk, ABC -Mark Coles Smith, Apple Cider Vinegar, Netflix -Matt Nable, Apple Cider Vinegar, Netflix -Sam Delich, Territory, Netflix TV WEEK Silver Logie for Best Supporting Actress -Aisha Dee, Apple Cider Vinegar, Netflix -Chloé Hayden, Heartbreak High, Netflix -Julia Zemiro, Fisk, ABC -Marg Downey, The Newsreader, ABC -Michelle Lim Davidson, The Newsreader, ABC -Tilda Cobham-Hervey, Apple Cider Vinegar, Netflix Best Drama Program -Bump, Stan -Heartbreak High, Netflix -Return To Paradise, ABC -Territory, Netflix -The Newsreader, ABC -The Twelve, BINGE / FOXTEL Best Miniseries or Telemovie -Apple Cider Vinegar, Netflix -Critical Incident, Stan -Fake, Paramount+ -How To Make Gravy, BINGE / FOXTEL -Human Error, 9Network -Plum, ABC Best Entertainment Program -ABC New Year's Eve, ABC -Australian Idol, Seven Network -Countdown 50 Years On, ABC -Dancing With The Stars, Seven Network -The Voice, Seven Network -Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight, 9Network Best Current Affairs Program -60 Minutes, 9Network -7.30, ABC -7NEWS Spotlight, Seven Network -A Current Affair, 9Network -Australian Story, ABC -Four Corners, ABC Best Scripted Comedy Program -Austin, ABC -Colin From Accounts, BINGE / FOXTEL -Fisk, ABC -Good Cop/Bad Cop, Stan -Melbourne International Comedy Festival, ABC -Optics, ABC Best Comedy Entertainment Program -Gruen, ABC -Hard Quiz, ABC -Have You Been Paying Attention?, Network 10 -Sam Pang Tonight, Network 10 -Thank God You're Here, Network 10 -The Weekly with Charlie Pickering, ABC Best Competition Reality Program -Alone Australia, SBS -Australian Survivor: Brains V Brawn II, Network 10 -LEGO Masters Australia, 9Network -MasterChef Australia, Network 10 -My Kitchen Rules, Seven Network -The Block, 9Network Best Structured Reality Program -Farmer Wants A Wife, Seven Network -Gogglebox Australia, Network 10 -Married At First Sight, 9Network -Muster Dogs: Collies & Kelpies, ABC -Shark Tank Australia, Network 10 -The Real Housewives of Sydney, BINGE / FOXTEL Best Lifestyle Program -Better Homes and Gardens, Seven Network -Do You Want To Live Forever?, 9Network -Gardening Australia, ABC -Grand Designs Australia, ABC -Restoration Australia, ABC -Travel Guides, 9Network Best News Coverage or Public Affairs Report -Betrayal of Trust, Four Corners, ABC -Building Bad, 60 Minutes, 9Network -Courage & Science, A Current Affair, 9Network -Cyclone Alfred, 7NEWS, Seven Network -Melbourne Protests, Sunrise, Seven Network -Trump Assassination Attempt, 7NEWS, Seven Network Best Factual or Documentary Program -Big Miracles, 9Network -Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story, Seven Network -Miriam Margolyes Impossibly Australian, ABC -The Assembly, ABC -Tsunami: 20 Years On, 9Network -Unbreakable: The Jelena Dokic Story, 9Network Best Sports Coverage -2024 AFL Finals Series, Seven Network -2024 State of Origin, 9Network -2025 Australian Open Finals, 9Network -Australia v India: Border – Gavaskar Trophy, Kayo -Sports / FOXTEL -CommBank Matildas V China PR, Network 10 -The Olympic Games Paris 2024, 9Network / Stan Sport Best Children's Program -Bluey, ABC -Ginger and the Vegesaurs, ABC -Hard Quiz Kids, ABC -Little J & Big Cuz, NITV / ABC -Play School, ABC -Rock Island Mysteries, Network 10
