Who is Tommy Robinson? The Karl Stefanovic guest who has cost Australia’s famed TV host his job

Controversy Engulfs Australian Media After TV Host's Interview with Far-Right Activist A high-profile row has erupted in Australia after a prominent morning TV host, Karl Stefanovic, featured an interview with Tommy Robinson, a well-known anti-Islamic and far-right activist, on his podcast. The decision has sparked widespread outrage, with Robinson's extremist views sparking concerns among many in the country. As a result, Stefanovic's employer, Nine Entertainment - Australia's largest locally owned media empire - has distanced itself from the controversy by severing ties with the host. The fallout is set to continue, with Stefanovic also facing a backlash after being pulled from a scheduled radio show appearance.

Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, is an anti-Islamic, far-right political activist well known in the UK and EuropeFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe man who calls himself Tommy Robinson has roared into prominence in Australia after the morning TV mainstay Karl Stefanovic posted an interview with Robinson for his podcast.The fallout was swift. Nine Entertainment, Australia’s largest locally owned media empire, has severed ties with Stefanovic, and he will not appear on a radio show with Eddie McGuire on Friday. Continue reading...