Reports of tension behind the scenes at Channel Nine have emerged after Amber Sherlock’s shock departure following 18 years on the network.
Channel Nine’s wardrobe staff were allegedly overheard complaining that Amber had made a surprise visit to the Sydney studio after her exit was confirmed.
The staff claimed that Amber, 50, had been seen “raiding” the wardrobe department and leaving with “armfuls of her clothing”, according to the Daily Mail.
Amber’s wardrobe has infamously been one of the most talked-about aspects of her career, thanks to her epic ‘Jacketgate’ meltdown in 2017.
However, Amber has hit back, insisting that she did not take clothes from the studio and has instead been trying to return Nine’s property.
The weather presenter said that she has made attempts to give back her work clothing, laptop, and phone, but has been unable to do so because the network has not arranged delivery.
“There’s absolutely no truth to that…I also have my work laptop and phone that need to be returned. [Nine] said they would send a courier, but it hasn’t happened yet,” Amber told the Daily Mail.
A spokesperson for Channel Nine confirmed to Sky News Australia that they are working towards retrieving Amber’s belongings.
“We are in the process of recovering wardrobe items following Amber’s departure from Nine,” the spokesperson told us.
Amber’s brutal sacking is part of a mass shake-up at Channel Nine. The network confirmed last month that it is cutting around 50 jobs across its streaming and broadcast division in a bid to save millions of dollars.
Other casualties of the cull include sports news anchor Jonathan Uptin and NBN News presenter Gavin Morris.
On November 13, Amber broke her silence on her departure with a statement shared to Instagram.
The mum-of-two said it had been a “privilege” to have worked at Channel Nine for almost two decades, but ultimately knew it was the right time to step away.
“Over the years, I’ve made lifelong friends, shared countless laughs, and celebrated many milestones. I’ve enjoyed 30 years in Australian television built on hard work, grit and resilience and have always believed that dedication pays off.
“While I was offered the possibility of a few other roles, it makes sense to step away now and look at something fresh…
“It seems like it’s the end of an era for dedicated 6pm weather presenters as ‘streamlining’ seems to be the prevailing forecast,” she wrote.
Amber also teased that she “already has some exciting projects on the go” and is “excited for what the future brings”.