Exclusive: How many Aussies actually recognise the Prime Minister? Andy Lee puts Anthony Albanese to the ultimate recognition test
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EXCLUSIVE: Comedian Andy Lee has ambitious plans for The Hundred's ninth season, starting with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Aussie golden boy Cody Simpson.
Joined by 100 everyday Aussies zooming into the studio, the host will put the PM in the ultimate hot seat, testing how many Australians actually recognise their leader.
Lee plans to do the exact same with Aussie heartthrob Simpson.
Watch the video above.
Cody Simpson will also face the hot seat. Nine
From former child star to swimming champion and now returning singer, Lee couldn't comprehend the "incredible journey" Simpson has been on, which is exactly what they'll explore on the show.
"We had a lot of fun," Lee beamed.
The Hundred with Andy Lee returns Tuesday April 28, at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will face The Hundred. Nine
Cody Simpson and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese lead the charge of famous guests to 'Face The Hundred'.
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"It's pretty awesome, isn't it? To come out flying with Albo," said Lee about The Hundred's grand return.
"We've asked him a bunch of times and the scheduling hadn't allowed for it because he does have other things to do," the host quipped to nine.com.au.
But with Albanese secured, Lee said the PM's appearance is "going to be a cracker", especially when nothing is off limits.
Andy said he can't wait to "mess around" with the PM in the premiere episode. Nine
Lee returns for the hit quiz show's ninth season. Nine
"We asked whether there were things we weren't allowed to ask," Lee revealed. "And they said no, ask whatever you want.
"So it was really great to put him in some tricky situations in front of the public. You'll see a different side of the PM for sure."
Comedian Mike Goldstein and TV icon Sophie Monk return as panel regulars, joined by a stellar line-up of Aussie stars.
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Joining them include Joel Creasey, Kate Langbroek, Pete Helliar, Denise Scott, Hamish Blake, Glenn Robbins and Dave Hughes in a battle to prove who knows Australia best – and to uncover hilarious and sometimes shocking truths about what the nation really thinks.
Season 9 of The Hundred with Andy Lee premieres Tuesday April 28, at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
Catch new episodes every Tuesday.
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