Horror ratings for The Project: Viewers abandon new line-up as divisive talk show is beaten four nights in a row by Channel 10’s 5pm news bulletin
Viewers seem less than impressed with The Project’s new lineup after Sam Taunton, Michael Hing and Sarah Harris joined the show.
According to The Australianthe current affairs program was beaten four nights in a row last week by the Channel 10 news bulletin at 5pm.
The news bulletin beat the divisive talk show in the ratings from Tuesday to Friday.
Horror figures for The Project: Viewers leave the new line-up as the divisive talk show is beaten four nights in a row by Channel 10’s news bulletin at 5pm. In the photo presenter Sarah Harris
Sarah joined the program as host alongside Waleed Aly following Carrie Bickmore’s departure in October.
Comedians Sam and Michael were later revealed as Peter Helliar’s replacements.
Peter announced in November that he was leaving The Project, explaining that he decided to quit following the departure of his co-host Carrie.
According to The Australian, the current affairs program was beaten four nights in a row last week by the 5pm news bulletin on Channel 10. Pictured is presenter Waleed Aly
“Carrie, you said the other day that you’re glad you’re leaving The Project now that you still love it and I still love the show. Really,’ he explained.
‘The project means a lot to me. It has done great things for me. I interviewed Luke Skywalker once… and I look forward to seeing what the show will be like in the future.”
Lisa Wilkinson also announced that she would be stepping down from The Project effective immediately in November.
Sam Taunton and Michael Hing recently joined Waleed Aly, Sarah Harris, Hamish Macdonald and Georgie Tunny on the panel following a mass exodus. All pictured
The embattled TV presenter made the shocking confession at the end of an episode, leaving viewers stunned.
“I’ve decided it’s time to re-prioritize a few things in my life,” the TV veteran began alongside The Bachelor co-hosts Hamish Macdonald and Laura Byrne.
“And after nearly 15 years of early breakfast TV, and now another five years here at The Project desk, I’m looking at how I want the next few years to play out both professionally and personally.”
Carrie Bickmore confirmed her departure in October, while Peter announced in November that he was leaving The Project. Both pictured
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