Tom Williams (television)
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Tom Williams is an Australian television presenter, personality and radio presenter.
's debut song "Read My Lips".
celebrities who starred in Dancing with the Stars
. During his time at Great Outdoors and over the course of the series Williams emerged as sex symbol
. http://www.hottestontv.com.au/index.php?section=celebs&profile=383&letter=T&sort=firstname In the show's finale, Williams danced shirtless with partner Kym Johnson and he was voted the winner. http://au.travel.yahoo.com/great-outdoors/team/tom-williams.html
In 2002, Williams was the builder in the show Room for Improvement which was shown on the Seven Network
, and in 2003, he was announced Australia's Celebrity Worst Driver which was shown on the Seven Network
. Williams also appeared on a lifestyle special of The Weakest Link
in which he didn't do well.
In 2005, he hosted the fifth season of The Mole – The Amazing Game
however some fans have called for the return of former host, Grant Bowler
. With the new series, Williams brought the concept of live eliminations, from Seven's
Sydney studios in the city.
In April 2009, Williams relieved as sport presenter on Nova 969 during Merrick & Rosso with Kate Ritchie, whilst Marto was having surgery.
In 2010, Williams co-hosted Australia's Greatest Athlete with Mark Beretta
. He also co-hosted No Leave, No Life on Seven with Rachel Finch.
Early life
After graduating from high at the Jesuit St Aloysius' College, Williams worked as a Construction worker, and competed in surf lifesaving championships. One of Tom's first appearances on television was in the video clip of Melissa TkautzMelissa Tkautz
Melissa Natalie Tkautz is an Australian-Maltese actress, singer, songwriter and model of Austrian and Maltese heritage. Tkautz was married on Friday 6 February 2009 to her partner of 5 years, Kwesi Nicholas.- Early career :...
's debut song "Read My Lips".
Career
The turning point in William's life occurred in 2000, when he phoned into a radio show hosted by comic duo Merrick & Rosso. His style interested them so much that he was given a regular segment on the show. This was followed by an offer on long-running travel show The Great Outdoors in mid-2001.http://au.travel.yahoo.com/great-outdoors/team/tom-williams.html In 2005, he was one of several Seven NetworkSeven Network
The Seven Network is an Australian television network owned by Seven West Media Limited. It dates back to 4 November 1956, when the first stations on the VHF7 frequency were established in Melbourne and Sydney.It is currently the second largest network in the country in terms of population reach...
celebrities who starred in Dancing with the Stars
Dancing with the Stars (Australian TV series)
Dancing with the Stars is a Logie Award-winning, Australian light entertainment reality show airing on the Seven Network and filmed live from the HSV-7 studios in Melbourne...
. During his time at Great Outdoors and over the course of the series Williams emerged as sex symbol
Sex symbol
A sex symbol is a celebrity of either gender, typically an actor, musician, supermodel, teen idol, or sports star, noted for their sex appeal. The term was first used in the mid 1950s in relation to the popularity of certain Hollywood stars, especially Marilyn Monroe and Brigitte...
. http://www.hottestontv.com.au/index.php?section=celebs&profile=383&letter=T&sort=firstname In the show's finale, Williams danced shirtless with partner Kym Johnson and he was voted the winner. http://au.travel.yahoo.com/great-outdoors/team/tom-williams.html
In 2002, Williams was the builder in the show Room for Improvement which was shown on the Seven Network
Seven Network
The Seven Network is an Australian television network owned by Seven West Media Limited. It dates back to 4 November 1956, when the first stations on the VHF7 frequency were established in Melbourne and Sydney.It is currently the second largest network in the country in terms of population reach...
, and in 2003, he was announced Australia's Celebrity Worst Driver which was shown on the Seven Network
Seven Network
The Seven Network is an Australian television network owned by Seven West Media Limited. It dates back to 4 November 1956, when the first stations on the VHF7 frequency were established in Melbourne and Sydney.It is currently the second largest network in the country in terms of population reach...
. Williams also appeared on a lifestyle special of The Weakest Link
The Weakest Link (Australian game show)
The Weakest Link was an Australian game show based on the successful UK format, which aired from February 2001 until April 2002 and was broadcast on the Seven Network. Presented by Cornelia Frances, the show featured nine contestants competing for a potential prize of $100,000...
in which he didn't do well.
In 2005, he hosted the fifth season of The Mole – The Amazing Game
The Mole (Australian TV series)
The Mole was an Australian reality television series that aired on the Seven Network. It is based on The Mole franchise of programs that have aired in numerous countries. The sub-title for the Australian version of the show was a simple question: Who is the traitor?...
however some fans have called for the return of former host, Grant Bowler
Grant Bowler
Grant Bowler is a New Zealand actor who has worked in American, Australian and New Zealand films and television.He is known for playing the role of Constable Wayne Patterson in Blue Heelers and also appeared as Wilhelmina Slater's love interest Connor Owens in Ugly Betty.In November 2010, he was...
. With the new series, Williams brought the concept of live eliminations, from Seven's
Seven Network
The Seven Network is an Australian television network owned by Seven West Media Limited. It dates back to 4 November 1956, when the first stations on the VHF7 frequency were established in Melbourne and Sydney.It is currently the second largest network in the country in terms of population reach...
Sydney studios in the city.
In April 2009, Williams relieved as sport presenter on Nova 969 during Merrick & Rosso with Kate Ritchie, whilst Marto was having surgery.
In 2010, Williams co-hosted Australia's Greatest Athlete with Mark Beretta
Mark Beretta
Mark Beretta is an Australian media personality. He is known by the common nickname of Beretts.-Early life and career:Beretta was born in Geelong, Victoria on 16 June 1966. He was educated at St. Joseph's College...
. He also co-hosted No Leave, No Life on Seven with Rachel Finch.