Channel Nine Star Danika Mason Announces Pregnancy With NRL Fiancé Liam Knight

Channel Nine sports reporter and Logie-nominated journalist Danika Mason has officially confirmed she is expecting her first child with fiancé and former NRL star, Liam Knight. The presenter shared the joyful news during Wednesday morning’s broadcast of the Today show, revealing that the couple is anticipating the arrival of a baby daughter this coming December. The announcement was met with warm cheers from her Today colleagues, including Sarah Abo, Tom Steinfort, Richard Wilkins, and Jayne Azzopardi, who marked the occasion by presenting the future mother with a celebratory cake on set.

For Mason, who has become a staple of the Today show’s sports coverage, the decision to share the news with the audience was a matter of professional transparency and personal connection. “We feel so honoured to be brought into your households every single morning, so when there’s news here, it’s nice to share it with you guys first before the rest of the world gets to hear about it,” Mason stated during the live broadcast. She lightheartedly remarked that the Today show is currently experiencing a “baby boom,” noting that her colleague Sarah Abo is also expecting.

Reflecting on her journey so far, the 34-year-old reporter admitted that the first trimester presented some health challenges. “I was quite sick early on, but I am feeling a lot better now,” Mason explained, acknowledging that she is well past the initial stage of morning sickness. She candidly shared that her pregnancy had led to some unusual cravings, specifically for chicken schnitzels, which dominated her thoughts in the early weeks. Looking ahead, Mason noted that her typically demanding off-season schedule while covering the National Rugby League will certainly be “a little busier this year.”

The announcement was echoed on social media, where Mason posted a series of heartwarming images on Instagram. The post featured her dog wearing a bib with the words “promoted to big brother” and included the couple’s ultrasound scans alongside a positive pregnancy test. The news was met with an immediate outpouring of support from across the sporting and entertainment industries. Notable figures, including former South Sydney Rabbitohs player Jai Arrow, television personality Renee Bargh, and fellow Nine NRL expert Allana Ferguson, were among those who extended their congratulations to the couple.

The path to this new chapter has been a whirlwind for the pair. Mason and Knight publicly confirmed their relationship in July 2024, following a period of media speculation. Their romance progressed quickly, with Knight proposing in October 2024 during a picturesque vacation in Sardinia, Italy. Recounting the proposal, Mason shared the amusing logistical challenges Knight faced to keep the engagement a secret, including a long swim to reach their location after hiring a small dinghy. She famously debuted her engagement ring on Today shortly after, humorously noting that the ring was slightly large for her finger, which led to some lighthearted jokes with co-host Karl Stefanovic.

Liam Knight, 30, whose professional rugby career included appearances for Manly, Canberra, Souths, and the Bulldogs, has been an integral part of this new life chapter. After signing with the English team Hull FC in 2026, the couple navigated the complexities of a long-distance relationship, making intentional efforts to travel together whenever their schedules allowed. Now based closer to home, with Knight playing for the Cessnock Goannas near Newcastle, the couple is preparing for the transition into parenthood.

As the couple prepares for the December arrival of their daughter, the focus remains on the professional milestones and personal happiness that have defined their recent years. For Danika Mason, the transition from high-stakes sports journalism to impending motherhood represents a significant life change, one supported by the camaraderie of her colleagues at Channel Nine and the excitement of her partner. With the public reveal successfully navigated, the couple looks toward the end of the year with anticipation, as they prepare to welcome their first child into their growing family.