Simon Mayo Bio | Wiki
Simon Mayo is an English journalist and author who is popularly known for his work with BBC Radio.
He has been part of the corporation for four decades that is from 1982 to 2022, during his time there Simon has worked across three stations Radio 1, Radio 2, and Radio 5. Due to his outstanding work, Simon was named “Radio Broadcaster of the Year” at the 34th annual Broadcasting Press Guild Awards in 2008.
As an author, he has published several best-selling books including Knife Edge (2020), Itch (2012), and Classic Confessions (1994) among others. Presently he hosts Simon Mayo Drivetime which airs on Greatest Hits Radio since March 2021.
Simon Mayo Age | Birthday
He was born on September 21, 1958, in London, England. Simon is 64 years old and celebrates his birthday on September 21.
Simon Mayo Height
He is a man of average stature. Simon stands at a height of 5 ft 8 in (approx. 1.72 m).
Simon Mayo Family
He was born and also raised in London, England under the care, love, and support of his hardworking parents Jill and Derek Mayo. Both his parents were high school teachers, unfortunately, his father passed away in 2001 at the age of 72 years. Simon holds British nationality by birth but belongs to the white ethnicity.
Simon Mayo Wife
He is currently in a happy marital relationship with his beautiful and caring wife Hilary Bird. Just like her husband Hilary worked in the journalism industry. Simon and his wife are proud to be sharing three adorable children two sons and a daughter.
Simon Mayo Wedding
The adorable couple has been living under the same roof since they tied the knot on October 11, 1986, at St Helen’s Church in Burton Joyce, Nottinghamshire. The adorable family of five happily resides in London.
Simon Mayo Education
Growing up, he attended St John’s Primary School in Croydon, Surrey for one term before transferring to the independent Solihull School and later to Worthing High School in West Sussex. Simon later decided to further his studies and therefore enrolled at the University of Warwick, where he graduated in 1981 and was awarded his degree in History and politics.
Simon Mayo BBC
During his time with BBC Radio, Simon has presented across three BBC stations for extended periods. His first time joining BBC, he worked for Radio 1 from 1986 to 2001 including a five-year stint on the Radio 1 Breakfast Show. He later joined Radio 5 Live where he hosted a daily afternoon program from 2001 to 2009.
Later from 2009 to 2022 Simon co-presented Kermode and Mayo’s Film Review on Fridays along with Mark Kermode. Lastly, he hosted Simon Mayo Drivetime on BBC Radio 2 from January 2010 to December 2018. Six months before the end of the show he co-presented alongside radio DJ and television presenter Jo Whiley.
Simon Mayo Greatest Hits Radio
Simon presently hosts his Monday to Friday drivetime radio show on Greatest Hits Radio titled “Simon Mayo Drive show”. The show made its debut on March 15, 2021, after returning the show, Simon resurrected several staples from his former BBC Radio 2 drivetime shows, including “All-Request Friday”, “Nigel’s Recipes” (Foodie Thursday), and “Confessions”, “Tuesday”. Additionally, he presents his Album Show on Sunday afternoons.
Simon Mayo’s Books
In addition to his career as a radio personality, Simon is an author and has published several best-selling books. These books include:
- The Movie Doctors (2015)
- Blame (2015)
- Mad Blood Stirring (2018)
- Itch (2012)
- Tick Tock (2022)
- Itch Rocks (2013)
- Classic Confections (1994)
Simon Mayo’s Net Worth
Judging from his lifestyle, it is quite obvious that he has garnered a desirable amount of wealth from his career as a radio presenter and author. Simon’s average net worth is $9 million.
How Old Is Simon Mayo
He was born to his hardworking parents on September 21, 1958, in London, England. Therefore, Simon is 64 years old.
Is Simon Mayo Married
Yes, Simon is a loving husband to his caring and supportive wife Hilary Bird who also worked in the journalism industry.