Good Night Irene : How a bullied, fat kid from Melbourne became a global broadcasting star

Good Night Irene : How a bullied, fat kid from Melbourne became a global broadcasting star
ISBN: 9780648556930
Publication Date: 1 October 2020

How did the university drop-out son of an immigrant factory worker, bullied about his weight and told he'd never cut it in the media industry, become Australia's most watched global sports broadcaster?

Described by George Foreman as, 'An inspiring story with great thought and wisdom', and by WWE Hall of Fame commentator Jim Ross as 'an incredible journey', Good Night Irene is testament to the power of passion and determination for anyone battling to find their place in the world. In his unique and engaging voice, award-winning TV host and sports commentator Michael Schiavello shares the emotional story of the relationships that shaped his life, and the celebrities who had a lasting impact on his career, including: Steven Seagal, Hulk Hogan, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Jackie Chan, Dannii Minogue, Wasim Akram, George Foreman, Cathy Freeman, Joe Rogan, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Sugar Ray Leonard, and Diego Maradona.

Chock-full of all the behind the scenes action of celebrity interviews and hilarious nostalgic anecdotes of growing up in the 80s this is a story for young and old fans of sports.