A major international performer has been added to the 2025 TV WEEK Logie Awards guest list and will share the stage with one of our own.

Richard Marx, who has sold 30 million albums worldwide and is the name behind ’80s hits such as What About Me? and Right Here Waiting, will be performing at The Star Sydney on August 3.

The singer-songwriter is set to deliver a medley of his iconic hits to Aussie audiences alongside homegrown star Guy Sebastian, who will sing his new track, Get It Done.

Richard released a statement following the announcement, revealing that his passionate Aussie fans inspired him to bring ‘something special’ to his Logies performance this year.

‘Australians have always been huge supporters of my music and have brought their passion and infectious energy to my live shows across the decades,’ he said.

Richard Marx, who has sold 30 million albums worldwide and is the name behind 80s hits such as What About Me? and Right Here Waiting, will be performing at The Star Sydney on August 3

‘Australians have always been huge supporters of my music and have brought their passion and infectious energy to my live shows across the decades,’ he said

‘It is a privilege to be performing at Aussie TV’s biggest night of celebrations. I can’t wait to deliver something special for those at home and in the room.’

Also on the musical line-up is beloved Aussie rocker Jimmy Barnes, who will headline the night with a repertoire spanning four decades of fan favourites.

Jimmy, who has 21 number-one albums under his belt as well as a place in the ARIA Hall of Fame, revealed he couldn’t wait to ‘get the party jumping’ at the annual awards ceremony.

‘I am excited about playing at the Logies, television’s big night of nights,’ the 69-year-old said.

‘It will be great to celebrate all the fantastic talent we have in Australian television, and to play some rock’n’roll music to get the party jumping.’

Richard, Guy and Jimmy will be joined by the likes of Kitty Flanagan, Hamish Blake and Leigh Sales, who are just a few of the presenters expected to wow the crowd.

It has also been revealed that Sam Pang will host the event for the third time.

Sam’s cheeky and irreverent comedy as host last year and in 2023 proved to be a big hit with audiences and TV’s A-list, as well as a major ratings winner for Seven.

Also on the musical line-up is beloved Aussie rocker Jimmy Barnes (pictured), who will headline the night while bringing four decades of fan-favourite tunes to TV’s biggest night

Lynne McGranger (pictured), who played Irene Roberts on the soap opera Home and Away for over 33 years, has finally scored a Gold Logie nomination for her hard work

‘It’s been an honour to host the last two years and I’m looking forward to again celebrating the talented people and amazing shows that combine to make the Australian television industry something everyone can be proud of,’ Sam told The Herald Sun.

‘I am very excited to return for another Logies and would like to thank Seven for asking me back.’

The Logie nominations were officially announced in June at the Sydney Opera House and Aussies were relieved to see a certain TV icon up for the most coveted category.

Lynne McGranger, who played Irene Roberts on the soap opera Home and Away for over 33 years, has finally scored a Gold Logie nomination for her hard work.

Taking to Instagram, the 72-year-old Aussie star gushed about the milestone moment in her career and urged fans to vote.

‘Well this is some fabulous news to get while I’m away!!’ she wrote.

‘I am so thrilled to be nominated for a Silver Logie for Best Lead Actress in a Drama and the coveted GOLD LOGIE!’

Voting is now open and will remain so until 7pm on Friday August 1.