Michael Hing exits The Project amid shake up

Network 10 is reworking The Project’s Friday lineup, slimming the panel to three and confirming comedian Michael Hing won’t return next year. Taking the reins from late February are Rove McManus, Georgie Tunny, and Susie Youssef.

Hing took to social media saying he made the decision to "step back" from his role due to an upcoming packed touring schedule.

He wrote: "Unlike last year (when I didn't do a tour), this year I'm not eagerly (terrifiedly) awaiting the birth of our first child. And now that we have said child, I'm embarking on the biggest tour I've ever done: Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Gold Coast Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney (not exactly a big effort) and Newcastle.

Rove McManus, Georgie Tunny and Myf Warhurst.

"I should mention as well, with the size of the tour, and my ongoing commitment to not being entirely absent from the baby's life, I'm going to take a step back from being on The Project next year."

In a written statement, Network 10 thanked Hing, saying the hosting door will always remain open to him : "We’ve loved Michael Hing’s quick wit and hosting hijinks on The Project over the past two years.

"We wish Michael every success for his nationwide stand-up tour and look forward to welcoming him back to the desk between gigs in 2025."

Pictured: Michael Hing

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