Rick Ardon Biography
Rick Ardon is an Australian anchor and reporter working for 7News as a 6 pm News anchor alongside Susannah Carr. He joined the 7News news team in 1978.
Rick Ardon Career
Ardon began his primary education at Sacred Heart Primary School in Highgate in 1965. In 1969, he transferred to Christian Brothers High School, also located in Highgate. Here, he completed both his primary and secondary education, ultimately graduating in 1976. He initiated his media career at The West Australian, the State’s daily newspaper. Where he earned the title of Cadet Journalist of the Year in 1977. Transitioning to electronic broadcasting in 1978, he joined TVW-7, a television station, as a news journalist. By the end of that year, he took on the additional responsibilities of relief newsreader and swiftly ascended from minor weekend bulletins to a regular weeknight news presenter.
This was alongside Susannah Carr by 1985. Together, they propelled the Seven Nightly News to the top of the ratings in Perth, a position it maintains to this day. Throughout his tenure as a journalist at the Seven Network, he has covered numerous significant events, ranging from the Gulf War of 1990–91 to the Bali Bombings of 2005 and the subsequent Amrozi bin Nurhasyim trial. His international assignments have included coverage of the Monaco Grand Prix and the Cannes Film Festival. During the Sydney Olympics in 2000, he presented the news to Western Australians directly from the Olympic Stadium. His on-screen contributions have earned him 10 Logie Awards as Western Australia’s Most Popular TV Personality. Beyond his news-presenting role, he has also authored and produced three documentaries for the station.
Additionally, he has achieved significant milestones in his career. Some of them include; producing impactful documentaries that include “Lives in the Balance – The story of 114 whales stranded off the WA Coast,” and “Riviera Rich and Raunchy – A look into the life of those on the French Riviera.” He also took charge of a self-filmed documentary focused on the Pacific. In addition to his documentary work, he had the privilege of leading a question-and-answer session with the Dalai Lama at the Perth Arena in June 2015. He underscored his diverse and accomplished contributions in the realms of media and journalism. In 2002, Erin Ardon, the wife of Ardon, obtained approval from the City of Stirling to run a bed and breakfast. However, the bed and breakfast ceased operations in 2014.
Rick Ardon Salary
Ardon earns an annual salary of about $47,000-$120,000.
Rick Ardon Net Worth
Ardon has an estimated net worth of about $1 Million – $7 Million which he has earned through his career as an anchor.
Rick Ardon Age
Ardon was born on March 4, 1959, in Perth, Western Australia, Australia. He is 65 years old as of 2024, and he celebrates his birthday on the 4th of March every year.
Rick Ardon Height and Weight
Ardon stands at a height of 5 feet 11 inches tall however, information about his weight has not been disclosed.
Rick Ardon Family
Ardon is the son of Salvatore Argento and Riina Kirt. However, information about his siblings has not been disclosed.
Rick Ardon Wife and Children
Ardon is married to Erin Ardon. Together they have been blessed with three children among them Montana Ardon. He resides in Perth together with his family.
Rick Ardon Guinness World Record
Ardon and Carr’s remarkable record as the world’s longest-serving TV news anchor duo was officially acknowledged by Guinness World Records after an extensive journey through their shared history. They provided video evidence for each year they have co-presented. This achievement surpassed the previous record held by a U.S. duo, marking an impressive 38 years of collaboration. The duo celebrated their 37th year of presenting the news this week, with their inaugural live broadcast dating back to January 24, 1985. Ardon, who initially joined Seven in 1978 as a news journalist, attributes a significant portion of his success to his early experience as an on-the-road reporter.
Susannah Carr commenced her media career in 1974 as a radio announcer, pursued Law and Arts studies at the University of Western Australia, and later made history as the first female TV newsreader for ABC in Perth. Maryna Fewster, CEO of Seven West Media WA, emphasized the integral role Ardon and Carr play in Perth’s identity, emphasizing the trust and credibility established through their enduring partnership. The success of 7NEWS Perth is evident in consistently winning the 6:00 pm timeslot since the inception of OzTAM ratings in 2001, maintaining an impressive 50.1% commercial share each weeknight.