PaulHolmes
- Broadcaster
Paul Holmes, KCNZM, helped change the face of New Zealand broadcasting. In 1989 the actor turned radio host began presenting primetime news and magazine show Holmes in spectacular style, when guest Dennis Conner walked out of his interview. Holmes balanced the TV show and a popular radio slot for 15 years, followed by a stint with Prime TV and current affairs show Q+A. He passed away on 1 February 2013.
Screenography
Biography
Starting 1989, primetime show Holmes helped usher in a new style of broadcasting — one where the presenter was opinionated, passionate and as much of a drawcard as those he was interviewing. The show ran five nights a week for 15 years before Paul Holmes moved to Prime Television, helping turn the radio veteran into one of the most recognisable faces — and voices — in New Zealand television.
Awards
2013 Knights Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit
For Services to Broadcasting and the Community
2003 Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit
For Services to Broadcasting and the Community
“Broadcasting taught me everyone is intelligent. Everyone is good at something, everyone can express in the right environment and anyone can be eloquent if approached correctly.”
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