Which of these celebrities will take the chance to shine in 2012? Source: Herald Sun
The Herald Sun reports
NEW television shows will give already popular stars a chance to shine even more.
JULIA MORRIS
Since winning Celebrity Apprentice Australia, the mother of two has never been hotter or more in demand. The Channel 9 reality program revealed Morris was more than a one-trick pony and allowed viewers to see a more serious side to her funny-girl persona. Morris, who until recently was living in Britain, is yet to cash in on her career renaissance. Whether she remains hot in 2012 depends on her next TV project, which is rumoured to be as Chrissie Swan's replacement on The Circle. The morning chat show would be a good fit.
ANDREW DENTON
As host of a chat show, variety program and sketch comedy series, Andrew Denton has triumphed. He even succeeded in TV's toughest gig - hosting the Logies. Now, after a short break from the spotlight, Denton is poised to take on another genre, the game show, with Randling on ABC. With his acerbic wit, Denton is sure to be a formidable host.
KEITH URBAN
Finally, we get to see what Nicole Kidman sees in country music star Keith Urban. Sure, we've heard him sing and seen him on the arm of his Hollywood star wife, but until now we've heard very little from Mr Urban. As a judge on Channel 9's new singing competition, The Voice, Urban will be able to reveal more of his personality.
SONIA KRUGER
Dan MacPherson's Dancing with the Stars sidekick is going it alone this year. Channel 9 has lured the bubbly blonde to host a revamped Big Brother and take over Kerri-Anne Kennerley's morning show. With her quick wit and live-TV experience, Kruger is a good choice for BB. It will be interesting to see how she fares stepping into daytime queen Kennerley's shoes.
SHAUN MICALLEF
As host of Channel 10's Talkin' 'Bout Your Generation, Shaun Micallef has won legions of fans. Now he's been given the chance to return to his comedic roots as host of his own news-comedy program, Shaun Micallef is Mad as Hell, for the ABC. Micallef's last project for the ABC was the under-appreciated The Micallef Program. The popularity of Talkin' 'Bout Your Generation will hopefully ensure Shaun Micallef is Mad as Hell reaches a wider audience.
BROOKE SATCHWELL
Matthew Newton's ex-girlfriend is back on TV, joining the cast of Packed to the Rafters to fill the void left by mum-to-be Jessica Marais. Finding fame on Neighbours as a teenager, the actor has been almost a recluse since her acrimonious split with Newton in 2006. An appearance on Talkin' 'Bout Your Generation this year reminded the industry of Satchwell's talent, and word is her guest role on Rafters has been extended after her performance impressed the bosses at Seven.
AJAY ROCHESTER
Ajay Rochester's TV career has been in freefall ever since she was dropped as host of The Biggest Loser. A move to the US, and hopes of being the next Oprah Winfrey, came to nothing. Now Rochester is back as a contestant on Excess Baggage. Nine's reality show spotlights celebrities and ordinary people with weight and emotional issues. Julia Morris turned her fortunes around on Celebrity Apprentice Australia. Rochester will be hoping Excess Baggage will do the same.
SHANE JACOBSON
Jacobson has made a living out of playing the Aussie knockabout guy. Think hit movie Kenny and TV's Top Gear Australia. Beaconsfield is set to show a very different side to Jacobson, one that could establish him as a top-flight dramatic actor. Jacobson plays Brant Webb in Nine's telemovie based on the 2006 Beaconsfield mine disaster. Lachy Hulme co-stars as Todd Russell. We know Jacobson can do funny. Beaconsfield will show he can do serious, too.
ROB MILLS
Rob Mills has shone on stage in Wicked! and Grease: The Musical, but his TV career is a shambles. The Australian Idol finalist has starred in three TV shockers - Stooged, The Mint and The Singing Bee. Young Talent Time could turn all that around. Mills seems like the ideal choice to host the re-booted youth talent show. If he gets this right, it will be his TV breakthrough, and he'll have a job for years.
ANDREW ROCHFORD
You've got to give TV medico Andrew Rochford points for bravery. The doctor, and former contestant on The Block, has been a welcome regular on The Panel. Now Rochford is set to go to the next level, as co-host of Ten's new brekkie show, Breakfast. Taking on Seven's Sunrise and Nine's Today is no easy matter. Along with controversial New Zealand broadcaster Paul Henry, he can expect to get smashed early on.
LISA McCUNE
McCune has been Australia's TV darling for almost two decades. Now the four-time Gold Logie winner takes on a new challenge. McCune is producing, as well as starring, in new Channel 10 drama Reef Doctors. McCune plays GP Sam Mitchell, who runs a remote island medical clinic. Reef Doctors is her baby. She has played a key role in all the major casting and scripting decisions. She needs it to be a ratings hit.
SHANE BOURNE
Will Shane Bourne be the next Erik Thomson/Dave Rafter? That is the question being asked after the actor/comedian was cast as patriarch Jim Christie in Tricky Business. Nine's family drama looks like Packed to the Rafters meets NZ comedy/drama Outrageous Fortune. We've seen how Rafters boosted the careers of Thomson and Rebecca Gibney. Bourne, last seen on City Homicide and Thank God You're Here, will hope Tricky Business can do the business.
NEW television shows will give already popular stars a chance to shine even more.
JULIA MORRIS
Since winning Celebrity Apprentice Australia, the mother of two has never been hotter or more in demand. The Channel 9 reality program revealed Morris was more than a one-trick pony and allowed viewers to see a more serious side to her funny-girl persona. Morris, who until recently was living in Britain, is yet to cash in on her career renaissance. Whether she remains hot in 2012 depends on her next TV project, which is rumoured to be as Chrissie Swan's replacement on The Circle. The morning chat show would be a good fit.
ANDREW DENTON
As host of a chat show, variety program and sketch comedy series, Andrew Denton has triumphed. He even succeeded in TV's toughest gig - hosting the Logies. Now, after a short break from the spotlight, Denton is poised to take on another genre, the game show, with Randling on ABC. With his acerbic wit, Denton is sure to be a formidable host.
KEITH URBAN
Finally, we get to see what Nicole Kidman sees in country music star Keith Urban. Sure, we've heard him sing and seen him on the arm of his Hollywood star wife, but until now we've heard very little from Mr Urban. As a judge on Channel 9's new singing competition, The Voice, Urban will be able to reveal more of his personality.
SONIA KRUGER
Dan MacPherson's Dancing with the Stars sidekick is going it alone this year. Channel 9 has lured the bubbly blonde to host a revamped Big Brother and take over Kerri-Anne Kennerley's morning show. With her quick wit and live-TV experience, Kruger is a good choice for BB. It will be interesting to see how she fares stepping into daytime queen Kennerley's shoes.
SHAUN MICALLEF
As host of Channel 10's Talkin' 'Bout Your Generation, Shaun Micallef has won legions of fans. Now he's been given the chance to return to his comedic roots as host of his own news-comedy program, Shaun Micallef is Mad as Hell, for the ABC. Micallef's last project for the ABC was the under-appreciated The Micallef Program. The popularity of Talkin' 'Bout Your Generation will hopefully ensure Shaun Micallef is Mad as Hell reaches a wider audience.
BROOKE SATCHWELL
Matthew Newton's ex-girlfriend is back on TV, joining the cast of Packed to the Rafters to fill the void left by mum-to-be Jessica Marais. Finding fame on Neighbours as a teenager, the actor has been almost a recluse since her acrimonious split with Newton in 2006. An appearance on Talkin' 'Bout Your Generation this year reminded the industry of Satchwell's talent, and word is her guest role on Rafters has been extended after her performance impressed the bosses at Seven.
AJAY ROCHESTER
Ajay Rochester's TV career has been in freefall ever since she was dropped as host of The Biggest Loser. A move to the US, and hopes of being the next Oprah Winfrey, came to nothing. Now Rochester is back as a contestant on Excess Baggage. Nine's reality show spotlights celebrities and ordinary people with weight and emotional issues. Julia Morris turned her fortunes around on Celebrity Apprentice Australia. Rochester will be hoping Excess Baggage will do the same.
SHANE JACOBSON
Jacobson has made a living out of playing the Aussie knockabout guy. Think hit movie Kenny and TV's Top Gear Australia. Beaconsfield is set to show a very different side to Jacobson, one that could establish him as a top-flight dramatic actor. Jacobson plays Brant Webb in Nine's telemovie based on the 2006 Beaconsfield mine disaster. Lachy Hulme co-stars as Todd Russell. We know Jacobson can do funny. Beaconsfield will show he can do serious, too.
ROB MILLS
Rob Mills has shone on stage in Wicked! and Grease: The Musical, but his TV career is a shambles. The Australian Idol finalist has starred in three TV shockers - Stooged, The Mint and The Singing Bee. Young Talent Time could turn all that around. Mills seems like the ideal choice to host the re-booted youth talent show. If he gets this right, it will be his TV breakthrough, and he'll have a job for years.
ANDREW ROCHFORD
You've got to give TV medico Andrew Rochford points for bravery. The doctor, and former contestant on The Block, has been a welcome regular on The Panel. Now Rochford is set to go to the next level, as co-host of Ten's new brekkie show, Breakfast. Taking on Seven's Sunrise and Nine's Today is no easy matter. Along with controversial New Zealand broadcaster Paul Henry, he can expect to get smashed early on.
LISA McCUNE
McCune has been Australia's TV darling for almost two decades. Now the four-time Gold Logie winner takes on a new challenge. McCune is producing, as well as starring, in new Channel 10 drama Reef Doctors. McCune plays GP Sam Mitchell, who runs a remote island medical clinic. Reef Doctors is her baby. She has played a key role in all the major casting and scripting decisions. She needs it to be a ratings hit.
SHANE BOURNE
Will Shane Bourne be the next Erik Thomson/Dave Rafter? That is the question being asked after the actor/comedian was cast as patriarch Jim Christie in Tricky Business. Nine's family drama looks like Packed to the Rafters meets NZ comedy/drama Outrageous Fortune. We've seen how Rafters boosted the careers of Thomson and Rebecca Gibney. Bourne, last seen on City Homicide and Thank God You're Here, will hope Tricky Business can do the business.
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