Karl Stefanovic spills the beans on his return to Today following a glamorous Paris wedding
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Good news for Karl Stefanovic fans: the host of The Today Show is set to make a comeback to our morning screens this week. After taking a hiatus to attend a close friend's wedding in Paris, the 48-year-old TV personality told a news source that he's now 'fat and rested and ready to rumble'.
'Brekkie TV is a marathon. A really fun marathon where you don't run. My kind of marathon. I'm ready to rip in!' he said.
Karl also made a cheeky remark about his holiday weight gain after basking in the luxury of his friends' Parisian nuptials. 'Does anyone know how to lose 10 kilos in one night?' he joked.
In his absence, Charles Croucher and James Bracey have been filling in for the TV veteran on The Today Show. Impressively, Today has seen its strongest ratings in four weeks during Karl's hiatus, with viewership peaking at 191,760 on Monday.
However, Sunrise isn't far behind. The breakfast show received new energy from the recent arrival of host Matt Shirvington, who replaced David 'Kochie' Koch.
With Shirvington at the helm, Sunrise managed to draw a whopping 245,192 viewers, outperforming Today by a considerable 66,000 viewers across the five capital cities on June 12. By June 19, the gap had widened by an additional 10,000 viewers.
Karl's European holiday and the reason for his short break from the breakfast show centred around the opulent Paris wedding of millionaire chicken heiress Tamie Ingham and renowned chef Guillaume Brahimi.
The TV host and Brahimi have been friends for quite some time, having been introduced by mutual acquaintance James Packer. In a stunning display of friendship, Stefanovic served as emcee at the extravagant two-day event, which culminated in a lavish reception at the famous Maxim's bistro.
Karl's wife, Jasmine, accompanied him to the French capital, where the couple enjoyed various pre-wedding events, adding a touch of glamour to their trip. The pair first attended a welcome soirée at the well-known Girafe Paris restaurant before making their way to the sprawling Museum Mondee for the main ceremony.
Living the high life indeed, Karl and Jasmine resided at Hotel Costes, where rooms go for an astounding $13,000 per night.
Meanwhile, David Koch leaves behind a significant legacy, but experts are confident that Matt Shirvington has what it takes to maintain Sunrise's leading position.
Steve Allen, a seasoned media analyst from the independent media agency Pearman Media, believes that the former Australian sprint star is more relatable than his counterpart on Today, Karl Stefanovic.
According to Allen, Matt is a suitable successor to Koch primarily because both men are genuinely relatable and do not seem inclined towards personal life dramas like Karl. Despite his undeniable charm, Karl Stefanovic has faced his fair share of personal controversies, which have garnered public attention.
Allen pointed out that Stefanovic often appears 'inauthentic' and constantly tries to conceal some mischievous behaviour. 'Hardly a year goes by that Karl isn't involved in some snafu.'
'He's always seen at upscale social events, seeking out an A-list group of friends,' Mr. Allen added. These tendencies might not resonate well with viewers who seek more relatable content in the morning.
Fans of Stefanovic and The Today Show eagerly anticipate the entertaining tales and anecdotes the host will share from his time off-screen. But what about you, dear readers? Are you excited to tune in to Today? Or do you prefer Sunrise for your morning cuppa? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!
'Brekkie TV is a marathon. A really fun marathon where you don't run. My kind of marathon. I'm ready to rip in!' he said.
Karl also made a cheeky remark about his holiday weight gain after basking in the luxury of his friends' Parisian nuptials. 'Does anyone know how to lose 10 kilos in one night?' he joked.
Karl Stefanovic will return to his hosting duties on The Today Show this week. Credit: Instagram/Karlstefanovic_.
In his absence, Charles Croucher and James Bracey have been filling in for the TV veteran on The Today Show. Impressively, Today has seen its strongest ratings in four weeks during Karl's hiatus, with viewership peaking at 191,760 on Monday.
However, Sunrise isn't far behind. The breakfast show received new energy from the recent arrival of host Matt Shirvington, who replaced David 'Kochie' Koch.
With Shirvington at the helm, Sunrise managed to draw a whopping 245,192 viewers, outperforming Today by a considerable 66,000 viewers across the five capital cities on June 12. By June 19, the gap had widened by an additional 10,000 viewers.
Karl's European holiday and the reason for his short break from the breakfast show centred around the opulent Paris wedding of millionaire chicken heiress Tamie Ingham and renowned chef Guillaume Brahimi.
The TV host and Brahimi have been friends for quite some time, having been introduced by mutual acquaintance James Packer. In a stunning display of friendship, Stefanovic served as emcee at the extravagant two-day event, which culminated in a lavish reception at the famous Maxim's bistro.
Karl's wife, Jasmine, accompanied him to the French capital, where the couple enjoyed various pre-wedding events, adding a touch of glamour to their trip. The pair first attended a welcome soirée at the well-known Girafe Paris restaurant before making their way to the sprawling Museum Mondee for the main ceremony.
Living the high life indeed, Karl and Jasmine resided at Hotel Costes, where rooms go for an astounding $13,000 per night.
Meanwhile, David Koch leaves behind a significant legacy, but experts are confident that Matt Shirvington has what it takes to maintain Sunrise's leading position.
Steve Allen, a seasoned media analyst from the independent media agency Pearman Media, believes that the former Australian sprint star is more relatable than his counterpart on Today, Karl Stefanovic.
According to Allen, Matt is a suitable successor to Koch primarily because both men are genuinely relatable and do not seem inclined towards personal life dramas like Karl. Despite his undeniable charm, Karl Stefanovic has faced his fair share of personal controversies, which have garnered public attention.
Allen pointed out that Stefanovic often appears 'inauthentic' and constantly tries to conceal some mischievous behaviour. 'Hardly a year goes by that Karl isn't involved in some snafu.'
'He's always seen at upscale social events, seeking out an A-list group of friends,' Mr. Allen added. These tendencies might not resonate well with viewers who seek more relatable content in the morning.
Fans of Stefanovic and The Today Show eagerly anticipate the entertaining tales and anecdotes the host will share from his time off-screen. But what about you, dear readers? Are you excited to tune in to Today? Or do you prefer Sunrise for your morning cuppa? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!
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