Caroline Wilson 64 years old, born on June 7, 1960, in Melbourne, Victoria, is a well-known Australian sports journalist. Her hard work in covering Australian Rules football. She has made significant contributions to sports journalism, becoming the first woman to cover the AFL full-time.

Her career began as a copygirl at the Melbourne Herald in 1978, and she quickly rose through the ranks to become the chief football writer for The Age in 1999. Over the years, Wilson has received multiple awards, including the Walkley Awards and the Australian Sports Commission’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and has been a prominent voice on various media platforms, including Nine Network’s Footy Classified and ABC’s Offsiders. Wilson’s dedication and trailblazing efforts have made her a role model for many aspiring journalists.

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Caroline Wilson Wiki & Early Life

Full NameJulia Caroline Wilson
ProfessionSports Journalist
Age64 years
Birth Date7 June 1960
Birth PlaceMelbourne, Victoria, Australia
NationalityAustralian
Zodiac SignGemini
Current AdressYet to updated

Caroline Wilson Family

Parent’s NameFather: Ian Wilson
Mother: Yet to be updated  
SiblingYet to be updated  

Caroline Wilson Husband & Children

Marital StatusMarried
SpouseBrendan Donohoe
ChildrenDaughter: Rose, and Clementine
Son: Ned

Caroline Wilson Education

SchoolMelbourne Girls Grammar School
Alma MaterYet to be updated
Highest QualificationYet to be updated

Caroline Wilson Net Worth, Salary

Net Worth$1 Million – $5 Million  
SalaryYet to be updated  

10 Interesting Facts About Caroline Wilson

  1. Caroline Wilson was the first woman to cover Australian Rules football full-time​​.
  2. She attended Melbourne Girls Grammar School and loved English class​​.
  3. Wilson began her journalism career as a copygirl at the Melbourne Herald in 1978​​.
  4. She worked in London in the mid-1980s, covering significant events like Wimbledon and the British Open​​.
  5. Wilson was banned from male locker rooms during her early years as a sports journalist​​.
  6. She became The Age’s chief football writer in 1999​​.
  7. She has received multiple Walkley Awards for her journalism​​.
  8. Caroline Wilson gave the Andrew Olle Media Lecture, highlighting sexism in sports journalism​​.
  9. She has been a panelist on the Nine Network’s Footy Classified since its inception​​.
  10. Caroline Wilson is married to Brendan Donohoe, a Seven News reporter, and they have three children​​.

FAQs

Is Caroline Wilson still married to Brendan Donohoe?

Yes, Caroline is still happily married to the current head of Victorian Premier’s media unit Brendan Donohoe.

Who is Caroline Wilson’s dad?

Caroline Wilson AFL has three kids, two daughters Rose and Clementine, and one son Ned.

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