Foxtel CEO Apologizes for Nazi Salute Photo

Patrick Delany, the CEO of Foxtel, made headlines after a photo surfaced showing him performing a Nazi salute. This image, which was published by the media outlet Crikey, dates back to about ten years ago when Delany was the CEO of Fox Sports.

The photo shows him with his right arm raised in a salute while mimicking Adolf Hitler’s famous moustache with two fingers on his other hand. Delany explained that he was trying to compare the gesture to something that fans of the Western Sydney Wanderers football team were doing at that time.

Regardless of the intent behind the photo, Delany recognized that the salute was offensive. He stated, “I unreservedly apologise,” and expressed disappointment upon seeing the image. He added that it was inconsistent with his personal values and beliefs.

Following the controversy, Delany began a series of meetings with leaders from Australia’s Jewish community, including David Ossip from the NSW Jewish Board of Deputies, who accepted Delany’s apology. Ossip noted that Delany fully understood the pain and hurt caused by such gestures, especially to those whose families were affected by the atrocities of World War II.

In an email to Foxtel employees, Delany reiterated that he was very sorry for his actions and emphasized his commitment to fighting anti-Semitism. He has previously signed a letter against anti-Semitism, showing his stance on this important issue.

The situation has drawn significant attention, highlighting the ongoing need for education around the hurtful history associated with Nazi symbols and gestures.