The 66th TV WEEK Logie Awards are being held on August 16, but which Australian talent will be inducted into the Hall of Fame?
How is the Logies Hall of Fame decided?
Each broadcast network can submit four people or programs for consideration in the Hall of Fame award. However, the inductee is solely decided by a “panel of independent industry experts.”
Of those inductees put forward, the panel must consider each according to the criteria.
These criteria include a contribution to the enrichment of Australian TV culture, key achievements, past awards and recognition, continued longevity and relevance.
Who has been inducted into the Logies Hall of Fame?
In total, there are 34 talented individuals and shows inducted into the TV WEEK Logies Hall of Fame. Soon to be 35!
Below is a list of all the Hall of Fame inductees.
Deborah Mailman – 2026
Ahead of the 66th TV WEEK Logie Awards, it was announced that Deborah Mailman was to be the first Indigenous person to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.
The Bidjara and Māori actor is already one of the most awarded actors in Logies history. She has won Most Outstanding Actress four times (a record in itself), Most Popular Actress in 2019, and Best Lead Actress in a Drama in 2024. But this award is something special.
A Country Practice – 2026
Also nominated in 2026 was the Australian soap opera A Country Practice, which ran from 1981 to 1993. During the Logie Awards, Robert teased the show’s induction by mentioning its breakout star, Fatso the Wombat, who actually ended up at his zoo, and his descendants are still there.
Andrew Denton – 2026
Andrew Denton was the third inductee in the Logie Hall of Fame in 2026.
His friend and former star of his show, Blah Blah Blah, Amanda Keller, announced his induction. It’s a significant recognition of a career that spans radio, television, comedy, producing, and interviewing, particularly his influence on Australian television through programs including Blah Blah Blah Blah, The Money or the Gun, Denton, and Enough Rope.
Andrew is also notable for having hosted the Logies himself in 1999 and 2000! Despite his impact on the industry, this is technically only his second Logie win. He won Most Popular Comedy Personality for Denton in 1996.
Magda Szubanksi – 2025
The 2025 inductee into the Hall of Fame is the iconic Magda Szubanski.
The 64-year-old is best known for her role as the netball-obsessed character Sharon Strzelecki in Kath & Kim. In her four-decade career, she also starred in Babe, Happy Feet, The Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course, The D-Generation, Fast Forward, Full Front and Big Girl’s Blouse.
While she couldn’t attend in person due to her battle with cancer, she did share an emotional video. To read her full speech, click here.
Rebecca Gibney – 2024
In 2024, Packed to the Rafters’ Rebecca Gibney became the fourth woman in the Logies Hall of Fame history to be inducted.
“I am very proud to be one of four women to have ever been inducted into the Hall of Fame but I know that there are many more to come,” she said at the time.
“I have been so fortunate to have been guided and supported by some incredible visionary women on this journey. From my mother, to my first agent, to the many female producers, directors, fellow actors and crew who have encouraged me behind the scenes.”
Brian Walsh – 2023
Brian Walsh was an Australian media executive and publicist, best known for his role as the executive director of TV at Foxtel. He sadly passed away in March 2023, aged 67.
Bruce McAvaney – 2022
Bruce McAvaney is an Australian sports broadcaster who has presented the AFL Grand Final, Melbourne Cup, Australian open and the Olympics.
“They’re stars, and I feel like I’m a broadcaster,” he told TV WEEK at the time. “So I feel honoured.”
Kerry O’Brien – 2019
Current affairs icon Kerry O’Brien was inducted into the Hall of Fame for his 50 years of service in Australian TV. Kerry is also a six-time Walkley Award winning journalist.
He was the last person to be inducted before the COVID pandemic hit.
60 Minutes – 2018
The Australian TV program, 60 Minutes was inducted 40 years after its premiere in 1979.
Kerri-Anne Kennerley – 2017
Kerri-Anne Kennerley has more than 50 years in Australian TV, working as a presenter, actor, and singer.
She co-hosted Good Morning Australia for 11 years.
“Maybe I’m getting the Hall Of Fame Logie for all those years of getting up so early to appear on TV, and if that’s the case, that’s good enough for me,” she told TV WEEK at the time.
Noni Hazlehurst – 2016
Noni Hazlehurst is an Australian actress who has starred in Little Fish, Play School and A Place to Call Home. She was the second female to be inducted into the Logies Hall of Fame.
Home and Away – 2015
Home and Away first premiered way back in 1988, and kicked off the careers of many Aussie stars including Chris Hemsworth.
Peter Harvey – 2014
Peter Harvey was a long-serving political reporter, who sadly passed away in 2013.
Brian Henderson – 2013
While Brian Henderson was born in New Zealand, he was a legendary Australian radio and television personality. He sadly passed away aged 89 in 2021.
Molly Meldrum – 2012
Well-known Australian musician, Molly Meldrum was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2012.
Laurie Oakes – 2011
Laurie Oakes was a well-known political reporter, who covered the Parliament of Australia and federal elections.
Brian Naylor – 2010
Best known for his long-standing stint as chief news presenter at Seven Network, Brian Naylor was inducted a year after his passing.
Bill Collins – 2009
Bill Collins was a television and movie critic, who had a staggering 55-year stint on Australian TV.
He sadly passed away in 2019.
John Clarke – 2008
New Zealand comedian John Clarke moved to Australia in the 1970s and became a highly regarded actor and writer.
Steve Irwin – 2007
Australian royalty and wildlife warrior Steve Irwin was inducted into the Hall of Fame following his passing in 2006, aged 44.
Play School – 2006
Children’s program, Play School was inducted in 2006, 40 years after its premiere in 1966.
Neighbours – 2005
The beloved Australian soap, Neighbours was inducted 3 decades after its premiere. The program will wrap up its final episode in late 2025.
Sam Chisholm – 2004
Media executive Sam Chisholm was inducted in 2004. He sadly passed away in 2018, aged 78.
Don Lane – 2003
Don Lane was an American talk show host of Australian program, The Don Lane Show. He worked closely with Bert Newton. Don unfortunately passed in 2009.
Mike Willesee – 2002
Mike’s career in television as a journalist spanned five decades. He sadly died in 2019.
Ruth Cracknell – 2001
Ruth was the first woman to be inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2001. She was known for many comedy roles in her 56 year career, taking home three Logies for her role in Mother and Son.
She sadly passed away in 2002.
Bruce Gyngell – 2000
Bruce’s career began in radio before the 1950s where he moved to television broadcasting. He helped set up Channel 9, the first commercial TV station in Australia.
Mike Walsh – 1999
Mike Walsh was a radio and television presenter who also won a Gold Logie Award.
Graham Kennedy – 1998
Often referred to as “The King of Television,” Graham Kennedy was a well known entertainer, comedian and performer.
Garry McDonald – 1997
Well-known Australian actor and satirist Garry McDonald was inducted in 1997. He was known for Mother & Son, The Norman Gunston Show and The Aunty Jack Show.
Maurie Fields – 1996
Australian actor Maurie Fields was known for Country Town, Bellbird and The Flying Doctors. He sadly passed away in 1995, aged 69.
Jack Thompson – 1995
Jack Thompson starred in several popular Aussie movies including The Club, The Man from Snowy River and Sunday Too Far Away. More recently, he featured in Runt, and High Ground.
Bud Tingwell – 1994
Charles William Tingwell, professionally known as Bud, has starred in more than 100 films. He sadly passed away aged 86 in 2009.
Reg Grundy – 1993
Reginald Roy Grundy was an entrepreneur and media mogul, who was known for Wheel of Fortune, Scrabble and ABBA: The Movie. He sadly passed away in 2016, aged 92.
Four Corners – 1992
Australian TV program, Four Corners was released in 1961 and has become the home of investigative journalism. The show was inducted into the Logies Hall of Fame in 1992.
James Davern – 1991
James Davern biggest impact on Australian television was A Country Practice, to which he was a creator of. The director, writer and producer sadly passed away in 2003, aged 90.
Johnny Young – 1990
The Hall of Fame inductee in 1990 was Aussie singer, Johnny Young. He had a number one hit Step Back and hosted pop music program, The Go!! Show.
Bryan Brown – 1989
Bryan Brown was a huge hit in the 80s, and continues to be so to this very day. The Aussie actor has starred in Cocktail, F/X, Two Hands, and Boy Swallows Universe.
Bert Newton – 1988
Beloved Australian media personality, Bert Newton sadly passed away in 2021. But he will forever be remembered in Aussie history. He won the Gold Logie Award four times, and was a host of The Bert Newton Show, Good Morning Australia and The Done Lane Show.
Paul Hogan – 1987
Paul Hogan, aka the legendary Crocodile Dundee star was inducted in 1987.
Neil Davis – 1986
Neil Davis was a combat cameraman recognised for his work as a photo journalist during the Vietnam War. He passed away in 1985, aged 51.
Ken G. Hall – 1985
Ken G. Hall was an Australian film producer and director who sadly passed away in 1994, aged 92.
Hector Crawford – 1984
Hector Crawford was the first person to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. He was an entrepreneur and media mogul, known for his radio and television production companies. He passed away in 1991, aged 77.
