Anthony Salame

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Anthony Salame
Occupation(s)Comedian, actor, radio host
Website anthonysalame.com.au

Anthony Salame is an Australian comedian and former radio host, who has also had appearances in multiple Australian television series.

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Early life

Anthony is the son of Lebanese migrants. [1] He grew up in Sydney, Australia. [2]

Career

Radio

Anthony was a co-host of the Virgin Radio morning show in Beirut, Lebanon, starting from its launch in May 2013 and departing on 17 May 2019. [3] He was embraced by the radio station due to his previous comedy experience in Australia. [4]

Television

Stand-up Comedy

Awards and nominations

ARIA Music Awards

The ARIA Music Awards are a set of annual ceremonies presented by Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA), which recognise excellence, innovation, and achievement across all genres of the music of Australia. They commenced in 1987.

YearNominee / workAwardResultRef.
2012 Is This thing On? Best Comedy Release Nominated [17]

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