Martin Devlin was born on 1964 and is a New Zealand radio and television broadcaster.
15 Facts About Martin Devlin
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In July 2012, The Radio Network announced that Devlin would take over the morning show for NZ's first private station, Radio Hauraki.
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Martin Devlin later anchored a show on Newstalk ZB, until 2021.
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Martin Devlin is currently host of the DSPN - Martin Devlin Sports Podcast Network.
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Martin Devlin is the nephew of New Zealand rock-and-roll star Johnny Martin Devlin, and was educated at St Patrick's College, Silverstream.
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Martin Devlin began his broadcasting career in radio in 1987, and is the recipient of numerous broadcasting awards, including 'sports broadcaster of the year' six times.
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Martin Devlin writes sport for NZ Rugby World, and does a sport talkback blog for tvnz.
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Martin Devlin anchored TVNZ's coverage of both the 2010 FIFA World Cup and 2014 Fifa World Cup.
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In January 2011, Martin Devlin identified himself as the person involved in a minor 'disorderly behaviour' charge in December 2010.
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Martin Devlin was briefly taken off air in May 2021 after allegations that he attempted to physically assault a colleague in the NZME newsroom.
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Martin Devlin apologised and said he struggled with mental health issues.
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In July 2021, Martin Devlin was reinstated to his role after two complaints were found to not be substantiated.
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In July 2021, it was reported that Martin Devlin had unsuccessfully attempted suicide.
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In November 2021, Martin Devlin announced that he had resigned from NZME.
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In 2024 Martin Devlin launched DSPN - Martin Devlin Sports Podcast Network, which is hosted by rova.