Anthony Albanese Apologises for Kylie Minogue Podcast Remark

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese issued an "unequivocal" apology on Monday morning for comments he made about pop singer Kylie Minogue during a "shag, marry, date" game on the comedy podcast Bush Deep. Albanese participated in the game with comedian Nikki Osborne, where he nominated Minogue for all three categories. The prime minister's remarks drew criticism over the weekend following his appearance on the podcast. The apology addresses the controversy stemming from his participation in the lighthearted segment. The specific date of the podcast recording or broadcast was not detailed, but the apology was issued on July 6, 2026, following weekend criticism.