Channel 7 Perth anchors achieve Guinness World Record
Channel 7 Perth’s weeknight 7 News program, Rick Ardon and Susannah Carr have been certified by the Guinness World Records as the longest serving television news anchor duo.
With an official record of 36 years and 247 days, the pair have well and truly superseded the previous record holders, a US based duo who worked together for 32 years.
The record was officially recognised following retrospective video montage showcasing their time together.
Commenting on the achievement, Ardon said, “I’m humbled to be part of a news team Perth has watched for decades, and equally as excited about presenting the news with Sue into the future.”
Carr added, “What a fabulous journey it’s been and continues to be. Seven have the best news team, I’ve got the best reading partner and I love our relationship with the people of Perth. How lucky am I!”
The pair officially surpassed the 37 year anniversary of their partnership this month, with the first live broadcast having aired on the 24h of January 1985.
Seven West Media WA CEO, Maryna Fewster, said: “Rick and Susannah are very much part of Perth’s identity, and with their longevity comes trust and credibility, which is paramount to our audience.
“There are West Australians who can’t remember a time that Rick and Susannah weren’t bringing them their nightly news. That relationship with our viewers is invaluable. I congratulate them on their well-deserved recognition and join with the wider Seven West Media team and broader community in celebrating their continued success.”
Seven’s Director of News and Public Affairs, Craig McPherson, added: “Now into their fourth decade together, presenting more than 8,000 7 News nightly bulletins to the people of Western Australia, Rick and Susannah are not only the longest running news presenting team but also the most successful anywhere in the world. Hearty congratulations to Rick and Susannah from all your colleagues at Seven on a phenomenal achievement that continues to power on.”
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