Steve Price (broadcaster)
Steve Price | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 13, 1955 |
| Occupation(s) | Broadcaster, columnist |
| Years active | 1987–present |
| Known for | Radio and television broadcasting, columnist for Herald Sun, panelist on The Project |
Steven William Price (born 13 January 1955) is a prominent Australian broadcaster and columnist known for his work in both radio and television.
He was a frequent contributor to The Project. In 2022, Price's association with Triple M concluded when his contract was not extended. Throughout his career, he has been involved with Macquarie Media, presenting on stations such as 2GB, 4BC, and 3AW. Additionally, he held the positions of program director and breakfast host at MTR 1377.
Earlier in his career, Price led the morning show on 2UE under Fairfax Media. His journalistic experience spans over three decades, including tenures at News Limited and 3AW.
Career
Beginning in 1987, Price served as program director and drive-time announcer at 3AW, later transitioning to the morning slot at 2UE in 2002. By December 2009, he was succeeded by interim host Steve Liebmann. Alongside broadcasting, he contributed weekly columns to the Herald Sun.
In November 2004, both Price and fellow broadcaster John Laws were found guilty of homosexual vilification following an on-air discussion involving a same-sex couple.
Price made an appearance in the 2008 Australian film noir short Noir Drive. On 9 December 2009, he publicly declared his exit from 2UE to explore new professional avenues.
April 2010 saw him take on the role of breakfast presenter at Melbourne's talkback station MTR 1377, featuring contributors like Andrew Bolt, Jason Akermanis, and Sam Newman. The station ceased broadcasting in March 2012.
In April 2012, Price was appointed as the night presenter for Sydney's 2GB, while continuing to reside in Melbourne. He also provided content for New Zealand’s Newstalk ZB and appeared on the Mike Hosking Breakfast show.
Price participated in the third season of I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! in January 2017, finishing fifth after spending 42 days on the program.
On 13 December 2019, it was announced that Price would not return to either Sydney’s 2GB or Brisbane’s 4BC for the following year.
Since the launch of The Project, Price has maintained a weekly panelist role and began regularly contributing to Melbourne’s Triple M starting in 2020.
In April 2021, Southern Cross Austereo introduced Australia Today with Steve Price, a weekday show broadcast via the LISTNR app; this program concluded in December 2022.
Presently, Price hosts a weekly Friday evening program at 6 pm on Sky News Australia and frequently acts as a substitute host for Credlin.
Personal life
Price’s second spouse, Wendy Black, is descended from J. A. McLaughlin, who once served as President of the Shire of Wangaratta. Black has held notable roles including Chief of Staff to former Australian federal Environment Minister Greg Hunt and press secretary to Joe Hockey. As of March 2022, Price was reportedly in a relationship with Sacha French, a manager of radio content.
In June 2007, Price was convicted for drink driving, which led to a six-month suspension of his driving license and a fine amounting to $1,000.