Kieran Gilbert
Kieran Gilbert | |
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| Education | Master of International Studies, University of Sydney; Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Charles Sturt University |
| Occupation | Journalist |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Known for | Chief political correspondent for Sky News Australia |
Kieran Gilbert is an Australian journalist serving as the chief political correspondent for Sky News Australia. He completed his education at Patrician Brothers' College, Fairfield.
Career
Gilbert earned a Master of International Studies from the University of Sydney alongside a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Charles Sturt University. Prior to joining Sky News in 2002, he gained experience at Sydney's radio station 2UE, where he held the position of breakfast news editor. He is also part of the Canberra Press Gallery.
At Sky News, Gilbert presents AM Agenda and took on the role of co-host for First Edition alongside Nina Stevens beginning 17 March 2014, following Michael Willesee's exit. While Gilbert broadcasts from Canberra, Stevens was based in Sydney until Brooke Corte succeeded her in 2016. Currently, Gilbert anchors both Sunday Agenda and Afternoon Agenda on Sky News Australia.
In 2009, he was honored with the Elizabeth O'Neill Journalism Award from the Department of Foreign Affairs.
Personal life
Gilbert is the sibling of television presenter Tim Gilbert and has Irish and Lebanese heritage.