Alex Cullen is rejoining the Seven Network, where he will report and present across various 7NEWS programs and special projects. The move comes months after his controversial departure from Nine's 'Today' show.
Cullen left Nine earlier this year after accepting $50,000 from billionaire Adrian Portelli in exchange for on-air rebranding. He was initially stood down before leaving the network entirely. Speaking to the Herald Sun on Sunday, he described the ordeal as 'the toughest, hardest week of my career by a country mile' and called it 'a silly mistake'.
Cullen previously worked at Seven for 13 years, starting as a young reporter with 7NEWS Perth before moving to Sydney's newsroom, 'Sunrise' and 'Sunday Night'. He said returning to Seven 'feels like coming home' and that he is looking forward to 'telling real stories that matter'.
Seven's Director of News and Current Affairs, Ray Kuka, welcomed Cullen back, describing him as 'one of the nicest guys in television' and praising his versatility as a journalist and host. Cullen will also expand into radio, joining GOLD104.3's 'The Christian O'Connell Show' as a sports expert.
