Ben Shephard Bio | Wiki
Ben Shephard (Full Name: Benjamin Peter Sherrington Shephard) is an English journalist and presenter currently working at ITV. He co-host the breakfast show Good Morning Britain alongside Susanna Reid, Kate Garraway, and Charlotte Hawkins since joining in April 2014.
Additionally, he hosts Ninja Warrior UK. Previously, he appeared as the main presenter for GMTV currently known as ITV Breakfast Broadcasting Limited. Shephard has appeared as a presenter on several television shows including What’s Cooking? (2013), Dancing on Ice Friday (2010), and Dancing on Ice Exclusive (2017) among others.
During his free time, Shephard loves participating in charity and actively supports Haven House Children’s Hospice, Holly Lodge Centre, and Cystic Fibrosis Trust. He raises funds for charities by participating in various physical challenges.
Ben Shephard Age | Birthday
He was born on December 11, 1974, in Epping, Essex, England. Shephard is 47 years old and celebrates his birthday on December 11.
Ben Shephard Height
He is a man of average stature. Shephard stands at a height of 5 ft 8 in (approx. 1.2 m).
Ben Shephard Family
He was born in Epping, Essex, England to his hardworking, supportive and devoted parents, whose identities are unavailable but shall be updated. Shephard was raised in a family of five alongside his two siblings Toby and Alex Shephard. He holds British nationality by birth.
Ben Shephard Wife
He is currently in a happy marital relationship with his beautiful and loving wife Annie Perks. The adorable couple met at the University of Birmingham where they were both students. Shephard and Annie began dating after graduating and eventually tied the knot on March 25, 2004. Presently, the duo is proud parents of two handsome sons Sam and Jack Shephard.
Ben Shephard Education
Growing up Shephard enrolled at Chigwell School, an independent school in the civil parish of Chigwell, and later on joined the University of Birmingham. He worked hard at the university for several years before receiving his BA honors degree in Dance, Drama, and Theatre Arts.
Ben Shephard Tv Shows
As a journalist and presenter, Shephard has appeared in numerous Television shows. They include:
- The Xtra Factor as a Presenter (2004-2006)
- MTV as a presenter (2000-2010)
- The Bigger Breakfast as a presenter (1998)
- What’s Cooking? as a co-presenter (2013)
- Dancing on Ice Friday as a co-presenter (2010)
- The Krypton Factor as a presenter (2009-2010)
- Scream! If You Know the Answer as a contenstant (2009)
- Dancing on Ice Exclusive as a presenter (2007)
Ben Shephard Channel 4
His first job as a journalist was in 1998 on Channel 4 when he hosted The Bigger Breakfast alongside fellow presenters Dermot O’Leary, Josie D’Arby, and Melanie Sykes. He also hosted the network’s Control Freaks and also What’s Cooking? alongside Lisa Faulkner. Shephard officially left the network on May 24, 2013.
Ben Shephard Sky Sport
Shephard has also worked for Sky Sports from July 27, 2010, when he signed his contract to June 28, 2019, when he left to spend time with his family. There, he presented Goals on Sunday a football discussion television program along with Chris Kamara. Shephard was the main anchor responsible for the League Cup coverage. In 2011, he fronted an eight-part of Safebreakers a technological game show. His contract with Sky Sports is rumored to have been worth $487,948.
Ben Shephard Good Morning Britain
Shephard currently co-hosts ITV’s breakfast television program along with Kate Garraway, Charlotte Hawkins, and Susanna Reid. The program broadcasts Monday to Friday from 6:00 am to 9:00 across Britain and Northern Ireland. Here they feature, a variety of politics, sports, entertainment, competitions, interviews, and news. Laura Tobin presents the weather Bulletin, Entertainment by Richard Arnold, and health by Dr. Hilary Jones.
Ben Shephard Salary
There is no doubt that he receives an admirable amount of income for his services at ITV as a presenter. Shephard’s average salary is $98,670 annually.
Ben Shephard’s Net Worth
Judging from his extravagant lifestyle, it is obvious to all that he has accumulated a decent amount of wealth over the years. Shephard’s average net worth is $12 million.
How Old Is Ben Shephard
He was born to his hardworking parents on December 11, 1974, in Epping, Essex, England. Therefore, Shephard is 47 years old.
Is Ben Shephard Married
Yes, he is a loving husband to his beautiful and loving wife Annie Perks and the two are proud to be sharing two handsome sons Sam and Jack Shephard.