Famous New Zealander Media Personalities

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Clarke Gayford
(Radio Broadcaster)
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Birthdate: October 24, 1977
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Gisborne

Clarke Gayford is a New Zealand television and radio broadcaster. He is best known for presenting a fishing documentary show titled Fish of the Day. He achieved national recognition in 2013 when it was revealed that he has been dating prominent New Zealand politician Jacinda Ardern, who is currently serving as the prime minister of New Zealand.

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Zane Lowe
(New Zealand Radio DJ, Live DJ and Record Producer)
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Birthdate: August 7, 1973
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Auckland
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Charlotte Dawson
(New Zealand–Australian Television Personality and Host of 'Getaway', 'The Contender Australia')
Charlotte Dawson
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Birthdate: April 8, 1966
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Auckland, New Zealand
Died: February 22, 2014

Charlotte Dawson was a New Zealand–Australian TV personality best remembered for her work as the host of popular TV shows, such as Getaway and The Contender Australia. A former model and fashion advocate, Dawson also appeared as a judge on the reality television series, Australia's Next Top Model. Her death by suicide in 2014 made headlines in Australia.

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Grant Bowler
(New Zealand-Australian Actor and Television Presenter)
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Birthdate: July 18, 1968
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Auckland, New Zealand

Grant Bowler is a New Zealand-Australian television presenter and actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Constable Wayne Patterson in the Australian police drama series, Blue Heelers. As a presenter, Grant Bowler is renowned for hosting reality game shows, such as The Amazing Race Australia and The Mole Australia.

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Hayley Holt
(Reality Star and TV Presenter)
Hayley Holt
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Birthdate: July 3, 1980
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Auckland, New Zealand
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David Low
(Cartoonist)
David Low
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Birthdate: April 7, 1891
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Dunedin, New Zealand
Died: September 19, 1963
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Scott Styris
(New Zealand Cricket Commentator and Former All-Rounder Cricketer)
Scott Styris
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Birthdate: July 10, 1975
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Brisbane, Australia
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
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Paul Henry
(Television presenter known for his work on TV3's The Paul Henry Show (New Zealand) and Network Ten's Breakfast program (Australia))
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Birthdate: August 4, 1960
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Auckland, New Zealand
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Anika Moa
(New Zealander Singer and Television Presenter)
Anika Moa
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Birthdate: May 21, 1980
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Auckland, New Zealand

Anika Moa is a New Zealand television presenter and recording artist. She is best known for her debut album Thinking Room, which peaked at number one on the Official New Zealand Music Chart and earned her the Top Female Vocalist award at the 2002 New Zealand Music Awards. Anika Moa's life and career have inspired two documentaries by Justin Pemberton.

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Louise Wallace
(Reality Star and TV Presenter)
Louise Wallace
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Birthdate: December 21, 1959
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Auckland, New Zealand
Height: 5'6" (168 cm)
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Nela Zisser
(New Zealand Model)
Nela Zisser
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Birthdate: June 6, 1992
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Christchurch, New Zealand
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
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Brent Pope
(New Zealand Television Analyst, Rugby Journalist, and Rugby Union Player)
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Birthdate: October 27, 1962
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Ashburton, New Zealand
Height: 6'4" (193 cm)
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Suzanne Paul
(Television presenter)
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Birthdate: 1950
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Wolverhampton, England
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Kate Webb
(Journalist)
Kate Webb
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Birthdate: March 24, 1943
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Christchurch, New Zealand
Died: May 13, 2007
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Nicky Hager
(Investigative Journalist and Author)
Nicky Hager
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Birthdate: 1958 AD
Birthplace: Levin, New Zealand

Nicky Hager is a New Zealand investigative journalist best known for his highly influential books like Secret Power and Dirty Politics. His investigative work has earned him a place in the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists; Nicky Hager is one of only two members from New Zealand.

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John Ballance
(Prime minister of New Zealand)
John Ballance
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Birthdate: March 27, 1839
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Glenavy, Northern Ireland
Died: April 27, 1893
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Allen Curnow
(New Zealand Poet and Journalist Best Known for His Book of 'New Zealand Verse')
Allen Curnow
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Birthdate: June 17, 1911
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Timaru, New Zealand
Died: September 23, 2001

Allen Curnow was a New Zealand journalist and poet. He is best remembered for his 1945 work Book of New Zealand Verse, which is regarded as a milestone in New Zealand literature. Allen Curnow also contributed to publications like The New Zealand Herald and The Press. He was a recipient of several awards, including the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry.

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Jehan Casinader
(New Zealand Journalist and Television Presenter)
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Birthplace: Sri Lankan
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George Silk
(Photojournalist)
George Silk
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Birthdate: November 17, 1916
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Levin, New Zealand
Died: October 23, 2004
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Jane Mander
(New Zealand Novelist and Journalist Known for Her Realistic Novels About Her Native Land)
Jane Mander
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Birthdate: April 9, 1877
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Ramarama, New Zealand
Died: December 20, 1949

Jane Mander was a New Zealand journalist and novelist best remembered for her 1920 novel The Story of a New Zealand River, which achieved immense popularity in the UK and the US. The book also had a major influence on Jane Campion's 1993 film The Piano. 

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Jo Giles
(Television presenter, Sport shooter)
Jo Giles
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Birthdate: November 29, 1950
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: New Zealand
Died: February 22, 2011
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Lisa Bryan
(Food Writer)
Lisa Bryan
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Birthdate: August 31, 1976
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: New Zealand