Controversial media personality and former AFL star John "Sam" Newman has left the Nine network.
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The network said at the start of their Friday night news bulletin in Melbourne that it was a mutual decision. Their association goes back more than 35 years.
It comes after the 300-game Geelong ruckman had a podcast tirade about American George Floyd, whose death has sparked worldwide anti-racism protests.
Newman was best known at Nine as co-host of The Footy Show, which in its heyday was a ratings bonanza for the network.
"Let's see how this gets reported. Can't wait," Newman said on Twitter.
"The 9 network and I have MUTUALLY decided that, in the station's best interests, I withdraw form (sic) appearing on their programs - forthwith. And, for me, the last 35-odd years have been fantastic. Really!"
Australian Associated Press
