Rex is doing well for himself
Rex Hunt set for US TV debut
September 25, 2006 04:14pm
Article from: AAP
US television has picked up another Australian outdoor adventurer's program.
Rex Hunt's Fishing Adventures will debut on US television next month, and will run for six months until May 2007.
Hunt's unorthodox approach to conservation has resulted in his program being successfully broadcast in 160 countries.
His trademark move is to kiss every fish he catches, from 5cm bream to 1.5m barramundi.
Despite his international popularity and success and 10 years of broadcasting, Hunt has never before broken into the highly competitive US market.
The move will also provide a boost for Australian companies, who will be offered advertising space within the program to gain exposure in the US.
"I'm delighted to have been accepted into the USA with my fishing program after its success in Australia and throughout the UK, Europe and Asia," said Hunt.
"We intend to bring fun and family activities to the American market from Down Under, where we believe we have some of the best fishing in the world and the best conservative approach to fishing through catch, kiss and release."
Hunt's fishing program will be broadcast on America's The Water Channel on the Time Warner networks from October 6.
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