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McGuire is the former president of the Collingwood Football Club; he stood down in 2021 after criticism of his handling of a report outlining systemic racism and involvement in racism at the club. [1] He has worked in sports journalism, sports broadcasting and as a game show host.
The long-running host of the quiz show revealed that it will end in January 2024 and be replaced by another show on Nine. He thanked fans for their support and shared some highlights of his time on the show.
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Feb 9, 2021 · Follow live updates on the announcement and reaction to Eddie McGuire's decision to step down as president of Collingwood Football Club after a report exposed racism at the club. The AFL Commission praised McGuire's commitment to put the club first and said it would review the report's recommendations.
Sep 21, 2023 · The former president and current commentator was inducted as a life member of the club's Past Players Association after a four-year absence. He said it meant everything to him to get the honour from the players and see the club's development.
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Feb 10, 2021 · Eddie McGuire was the president of Collingwood for 23 years, turning the club around from a financial and on-field mess to a powerhouse. He also faced many scandals, apologies and criticism, especially for his comments on racism and sexism.
Mar 17, 2021 · Former Collingwood president Eddie McGuire has broken his silence on his departure from the AFL club, saying it doesn't matter who leaked the report that led to his exit but that he does not believe it was someone at board level. Key points: McGuire was asked specifically if board members Paul Licuria and Peter Murphy turned on him.
Oct 2, 2023 · Nathan Buckley and Eddie McGuire – two of the biggest and most influential figures in Collingwood’s history – have opened up about their respective emotional rollercoasters during the Magpies’ Grand Final triumph.
