Jennifer Keyte
Jennifer Anne Keyte (born 21 January 1960) is an Australian journalist and news presenter.
Jennifer Keyte | |
|---|---|
| Born | Jennifer Anne Keyte 21 January 1960 |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Occupation | Journalist, television presenter |
| Employer | Network 10 |
| Television | 10 News First |
| Spouse(s) | Ben Faggetter |
| Children | 2 |
Keyte currently presents the Melbourne and Adelaide editions of 10 News First. She was previously a weekend news presenter on Seven News in Melbourne.[1]
Career
After graduating from St. Columba's College, Essendon, Keyte enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts degree at La Trobe University but left after her first year.
Her broadcasting career began with a cadetship at EON FM in 1980 - the first commercial FM radio station in Australia. She later joined 3XY as a journalist and newsreader.
In 1982, Keyte switched to television, joining ATV-10's Eyewitness News in Melbourne, reporting on courts, crime and state politics. She worked briefly on Good Morning Australia and presented weekend bulletins.[1]
In 1987, Keyte moved to HSV-7 where she co-anchored Seven Nightly News alongside Glenn Taylor.[1] In 1990, she became the first female solo primetime news anchor on Australian commercial television. She also presented news on the late night chat show, Tonight Live with Steve Vizard.[1] At the end of 1995, Keyte resigned, reportedly after the network proposed to pair her on the 6pm news in Melbourne with former ATV-10 colleague David Johnston.[2]
In 1996, after a short stint at radio station 3AW, Keyte moved to Nine, hosting Good Medicine, [3] and Moment of Truth.[1] When Seven News ratings subsequently plunged further, Keyte refused their offers to return and stayed with Nine for several years.
In August 2003, she returned to the Seven Network, presenting the weekend news in Melbourne. This was a reversal of roles with Peter Mitchell, who previously anchored weekend news while Keyte was on weekdays. She has also filled in for Natalie Barr presenting the news on Sunrise, Seven Morning News and Seven 4.30 News.
In 2006, Keyte and others from Seven News were charged with and ultimately acquitted of contempt of court for allegedly publicising suppressed details of a Children's Court case.
In May 2018, Keyte rejoined Network Ten to present 10 News First Melbourne replacing Stephen Quartermain, who returned to his former role as sports presenter.[4]
In September 2020, Keyte began presenting the Adelaide edition of 10 News First following the transfer of studio production from Melbourne. She also continues to present the 5pm news in Melbourne.[5]
Personal life
Keyte has two children. She and her husband, Ben Faggetter, separated in 2009 and later divorced.[6][7]
| Media offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Stephen Quartermain |
10 News First Melbourne Presenter 2018–present |
Succeeded by Incumbent |
| Preceded by Rebecca Morse |
10 News First Adelaide Presenter 2020–present |
Succeeded by Incumbent |
| Preceded by Jennifer Adams |
Seven News Melbourne Weekend presenter 2003 - 2018 |
Succeeded by Mike Amor |
| Preceded by Greg Pearce |
Seven News Melbourne Weeknight presenter 1989 - 1995 |
Succeeded by David Johnston |
References
- "Jennifer Keyte is an accomplished journalist, newsreader, presenter, MC and guest speaker and brings a sophistication and glamour to all her roles". 7News. 1 January 2010. Archived from the original on 24 October 2013.
- "1995: December 30-January 5". TelevisionAU.com. 28 December 2015. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
- Jennifer Keyte ICMI speakers]
- "Jennifer Keyte Joins Network Ten As Presenter". Ten Daily. Retrieved 30 May 2018.
- McKnight, Robert (11 August 2020). "BREAKING - REDUNDANCIES AT 10 NEWS AND CHANGES AT STUDIO 10". TV Blackbox. Retrieved 11 August 2020.
- Money, Lawrence (26 October 2009). "Degrees of truth as stars collide". Sydney Morning Herald. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
- "Jennifer Keyte on single motherhood, success and getting her groove back". 27 June 2019.