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Kylie Minogue to Headline AFL Grand Final
29 Mar
Summary
- Kylie Minogue will headline the AFL Grand Final pre-game entertainment.
- The Melbourne-born singer expressed excitement to perform at the MCG.
- This follows calls for more Australian artists in the show.
Pop icon Kylie Minogue is set to headline the AFL Grand Final pre-game entertainment, a move welcomed by many following calls for more Australian artists. The Melbourne-born singer, a global superstar with over 80 million records sold, will perform at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in September.
Minogue shared her enthusiasm for returning to her hometown for what she called 'the biggest day in the Aussie sporting calendar.' She will not only perform but also join the estimated 100,000 fans in attendance. This booking follows previous years where the AFL featured international acts, some of which, like Robbie Williams and Snoop Dogg, drew mixed reviews, and others like Meat Loaf, were widely panned.
The decision to book Minogue aligns with the 'Save Our Arts' campaign, which advocated for Australian talent. Representatives from Mushroom Group highlighted Minogue's iconic status and success, calling her an obvious choice. AFL CEO Andrew Dillon noted that Minogue had long been on the league's wish list for the prestigious pre-game performance.
