Holly Willoughby Biography
Holly Willoughby is a well-known British television presenter who co-hosted ITV’s “This Morning” with Phillip Schofield from 2009 until her departure in October 2023. She also presented “Dancing on Ice” intermittently since 2006. Known for her warm personality, Willoughby has ventured into fashion design, writing, and other media projects, contributing to her widespread popularity and influence.
Holly Willoughby Age
Willoughby is 43 years old as of 2024. She was born on February 10, 1981, in Brighton, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom.
Holly Willoughby Height
She is 1.7 meters tall.
Holly Willoughby Nationality
She is British.
Holly Willoughby Education
Willoughby received her education at the independent Burgess Hill Girls in the town of Burgess Hill in West Sussex, and The College of Richard Collyer in Horsham. After finishing her studies, she pursued a career in television presenting and has since become a well-known figure in the UK entertainment industry.
Holly Willoughby Parents
Holly’s parents are Brian Willoughby, a sales manager at a double-glazing company, and Linda Willoughby, a former air stewardess. She also has an older sister named Kelly Willoughby, who also works in the television industry. Kelly Willoughby is known for her work in the art department in the film industry, including projects like “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” and “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.”
Holly Willoughby Husband
Holly’s husband is Dan Baldwin, and he works as a television producer. He is the co-founder and the managing director of Hungry Bear Media and was a producer on Ministry of Mayhem, and later became the executive producer on Celebrity Juice. They first met through their work on a children’s TV show called “Ministry of Mayhem,” which was later renamed “Holly & Stephen’s Saturday Showdown” in 2004.
Dan Baldwin proposed to Holly in 2006 on the day they moved into their first London home together, and they got married the following year on August 4, 2007, when Holly was 26 years old. The couple tied the knot at St Michael’s Church and hosted their wedding reception at Amberley Castle, a 900-year-old castle on the South Downs in West Sussex. This place held special meaning to the couple, and they celebrated there for every special occasion.
They live in Barnes, London, and have two sons and a daughter together: Harry James Baldwin (born 2009), Belle Baldwin (born 2011), and Chester William Baldwin (born 2014).
Holly Willoughby Career
Willoughby has presented various television shows for ITV, including This Morning (2009–2023) and Dancing on Ice (2006–2011, 2018–present). She is also a brand ambassador for Marks & Spencer and Garnier.
From 2008 to 2020, Willoughby was a team captain on the ITV2 comedy panel show Celebrity Juice. Her other television work includes The Xtra Factor (2008–2009), Text Santa (2011–2013, 2015), The Voice UK (2012–2013), Surprise Surprise (2012–2015), Play to the Whistle (2015–2017), I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! (2018), Freeze the Fear with Wim Hof (2022), and The Games (2022).
Willoughby presented This Morning with Phillip Schofield in September 2009 until his departure in May 2023, replacing Fern Britton. She presented the programme from Monday to Thursday mornings until her departure in October 2023, amid reports of an alleged plot to abduct and murder her. Alongside This Morning, Willoughby and Schofield also presented Dancing on Ice.
Willoughby’s career didn’t start with This Morning, unbeknown to some, it dates back to when she was just 14.
The now 43-year-old was scouted at The Clothes Show Live Exhibition as a teen and quickly snapped up by Storm, the same modeling agency that employed Amanda Holden’s daughter Lexi and discovered Kate Moss. Promising young Willoughby became a cover girl for various teen magazines – and towards the end of the 1990s, the curvaceous beauty landed herself lingerie jobs with the likes of Pretty Polly.
During a lull in her career, she took on various menial jobs, including one as a receptionist, but got her big break on CBBC, presenting programming for kids. She also worked with CITV on shows such as Ministry of Mayhem in 2004, which was where she met producer Dan Baldwin – the man who would become her future husband.
Willoughby first joined Dancing on Ice in 2006, followed by This Morning in 2008. Fans were heartbroken when she abruptly announced she was leaving last year, following Phillip Schofield’s decision to quit. However, she has since made a triumphant return to Dancing on Ice, reuniting with former Ministry of Mayhem co-star Stephen Mulhern – and fans were thrilled, praising her sparkly wardrobe and even sparklier demeanor.
Holly Willoughby Salary
Willoughby’s salary details are typically not publicly disclosed in detail. As a prominent television presenter and personality, her earnings are likely reflective of her extensive experience and popularity in the industry, especially considering her roles on shows like “This Morning” and other television projects. Specific figures are generally not disclosed by broadcasters or individuals involved.
Holly Willoughby Net Worth
Willoughby’s net worth is estimated to be around £10 million (approximately $13 million). Her wealth primarily stems from her long-standing career as a television presenter and personality, alongside various endorsement deals and other business ventures.
