Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese apologised today for suggesting in a recent interview that he would “shag” pop star Kylie Minogue. — AFP pic First Published: Monday, 06 Jul 2026 9:34 AM MYT SYDNEY, July 6 — Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese apologised today for suggesting in a recent interview that he would “shag” pop star Kylie Minogue.Albanese was asked to nominate which Australian entertainer he would “shag, marry, date” when appearing on a local comedy podcast last week.“Oh, Kylie, clearly,” he said after first trying to duck the question.“You’d marry Kylie, shag her, and date her?” podcast host Nikki Osborne responded.Albanese replied: “All of the above.”The comments were swiftly condemned, with one Australian lawmaker describing them as a “disrespectful” lapse of judgement.Facing mounting criticism, Albanese apologised in a statement issued through his office.“I apologise unequivocally for the comments,” he said.Australia’s widely beloved “Princess of Pop”, Minogue shot to fame in local soap Neighbours before embarking on a successful music career. — AFP