Channel 9 presenter Reid Butler struck by bird poo live on air 13 May, 2021 02:15 AM 2 minutes to read Australian TV presenter hit by bird poo live on air. Video / @reid_butler9 news.com.au A television news reporter found himself in a spot of mess when a bird pooped on him live on air. Channel 9 Melbourne reporter Reid Butler was doing a live cross on the network on Wednesday afternoon when the bird made a beeline for his bonce. But only the most eagle-eyed viewer would have noticed. Butler was almost unflappable as his feathered friend deposited the package. Channel 9 reporter Reid Butler's live bird poo incident. Photo / Twitter