The Seven Network today announced satirist Mark Humphries has joined 7NEWS, Australia’s #1 news service, to present a weekly satirical segment.
The new segment, The 6.57pm News, begins tonight and will run every Friday at the end of Seven’s 6pm bulletins nationally, broadcast live on Channel 7 and 7plus.
Seven’s Director of News and Current Affairs and Seven West Media Editor-in-Chief Anthony De Ceglie said: “When the nightly news is done well, it’s always been about more than just breaking stories, the latest crime incidents, sports highlights or world events. It’s also about making you think, sometimes making you cry and hopefully making you smile.
“Mark’s new segment will use satire to cut through political spin and translate current affairs in the universal news language of taking the piss. We are thrilled to have his talents join the 7NEWS family.”
Mark Humphries said: “After five years sullying the good name of the ABC’s 7.30, I’m delighted to now be sullying the good name of 7NEWS.
“This isn’t some radical shakeup of the news, it’s just a three-minute segment at the end of the week. There’ll still be plenty of time for the program to talk about football matches that have already happened and football matches that haven’t happened yet.
“I believe I’ve been hired due to my vague resemblance to network star Dr Chris Brown. I’m looking forward to playing the back of Chris’ head in reverse shots on Dancing With the Stars,” he said.
“With Matt Shirvington, Matt Doran and Matt Carmichael all working out of Seven’s Sydney studio, I’m here to prove that Seven does occasionally hire people who aren’t called Matt.”
Known for his sharp political commentary and wit, Humphries gained prominence as a presenter on ABC’s satirical news show The Roast and later on 7.30, where his sketches have earned him a loyal following.
Humphries has also appeared on The Feed on SBS, hosted Network Ten’s quiz show Pointless and has been a regular on ABC’s Insiders since 2016.
With a background in writing and performing, he has established himself as a prominent voice in Australian satire, tackling contemporary issues with a smart and insightful approach.
The 6.57pm News with Mark Humphries starts tonight in 7NEWS Live from 6.00pm on Channel 7 and 7plus
