Tim Gilbert (journalist)
Tim Gilbert | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 29, 1967 |
| Occupation(s) | Journalist, media presenter |
| Years active | 1990s–present |
| Known for | Sports presenting and reporting at Nine Network; host of The Business of Sport on Sky News Australia |
Tim Gilbert (born 29 October 1967) is a prominent Australian journalist and media figure, presently affiliated with Sky News Australia following an extensive career at the Nine Network.
Career
Gilbert's entry into the media industry began at Radio 2GN in Goulburn and later at 2UE. In 1996, he became part of the Nine Network, where he undertook roles as a sports presenter, commentator, reporter, and producer. His work included contributions to Nine News, The Cricket Show, and The NRL Footy Show.
He has reported on significant sporting occasions such as the 2012 London Olympics and the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. In February 2009, Gilbert was named weekend sports presenter for Weekend Today.
In November 2014, he succeeded Ben Fordham as the sports presenter on Today, having been appointed to the position in September of that year. After a 22-year tenure with Nine Network, Gilbert left in January 2019, with Tony Jones taking over his role.
Currently, he hosts The Business of Sport on Sky News Australia, a program that explores the relationship between sports and business.
Personal life
Gilbert is an alumnus of Patrician Brothers' College, Fairfield, where he played in both the First XIII Rugby League and First XI Cricket teams.
He is married, has children, and is of Lebanese heritage.
His brother, Kieran Gilbert, is also a presenter at Sky News Australia.