The telltale sign Tony Armstrong was ready to move on from ABC Breakfast as he confirms his shock departure READ MORE: Tony Armstrong quits ABC News Breakfast after three years By Kate Dennett For Daily Mail Australia Published: 05:29 BST, 24 September 2024 | Updated: 05:57 BST, 24 September 2024 e-mail View comments Tony Armstrong shocked fans when he confirmed he will be stepping down from his role with ABC News Breakfast in a live announcement on Tuesday. But there had seemingly been a telltale sign pointing towards his exit as the sports presenter, 34, had revealed another big change just days earlier. Over the weekend, he announced that he has taken his talents away from the TV screen and turned to writing in an unexpected career move.
The former Sydney Swans player confirmed he has created a children's book called George the Wizard, which is slated for release on September 25. The picture book tells the story of a lonely sorcerer's search for friends and has been illustrated by Emma Sjaan Beukers. His book will be released less than 24 hours after he confirmed he will be leaving ABC News Breakfast after three years.
Speaking to the Courier Mail about the project, Tony said he was approached to write about his footy career, but opted to write a book for children instead. 'It's about my reading level,' he joked about his exciting new project. Tony Armstrong shocked fans when he confirmed he will be stepping down from his role with ABC News Breakfast in a live announcement.