Jeremy Neil Kyle, born on July 7, 1965, in Reading, Berkshire, England, is a renowned English broadcaster and writer. He is best known for hosting The Jeremy Kyle Show on ITV from 2005 to 2019 and its American adaptation. Since 2022, he has been a presenter on TalkTV, hosting various programs.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Jeremy Neil Kyle |
| Date of Birth | July 7, 1965 |
| Place of Birth | Reading, Berkshire, England |
| Nationality | British |
| Partner | Vicky Burton (married since 2021) |
| Children | Six children |
| Occupations | Broadcaster, Writer, TV Host |
| Net Worth | Approximately $5.5million |
Early Life and Education
Jeremy Kyle was born in Reading, Berkshire, and is of Scottish descent. His father worked as an accountant and personal secretary to the Queen Mother for 40 years, while his mother was a bank clerk.
He attended Reading Blue Coat School in Sonning, Berkshire, before studying History and Sociology at the University of Surrey. His first job was at Marks & Spencer.
Career
Kyle began his professional journey as a life insurance salesman before transitioning into radio advertising sales. His broadcasting career took off in the mid-1990s with roles at Orchard FM, Leicester Sound, and Invicta FM. He later joined BRMB in Birmingham, where he hosted shows like Late & Live and Jezza’s Jukebox.
In 2005, Kyle launched The Jeremy Kyle Show on ITV, which became one of the network’s most popular but controversial daytime programs until its cancellation in 2019 following guest welfare concerns. He also hosted an American version of the show from 2011 to 2013.
Recently, Kyle has been a major presence on TalkTV. He joined TalkRadio in September 2021 as a Drive Time host and has since appeared on various TalkTV shows, including The Talk alongside Sharon Osbourne.
In 2023, he launched a new prime-time show on TalkTV, focusing on a review of the day’s news with viewer engagement. Additionally, he co-hosts Talk Today, a breakfast program with Nicola Thorp, aiming to find common ground between differing opinions.
Kyle has also deputized for Piers Morgan on Piers Morgan Uncensored during Morgan’s absence.
Personal Life
Jeremy Kyle has been married three times. His first marriage to Kirsty Rowley ended in divorce in 1990. He later married Carla Germaine in 2002; they divorced in 2016. In 2021, he married Vicky Burton, his children’s former nanny. Kyle has six children from his relationships.
Kyle has openly discussed his health struggles, including being diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2012 and battling anxiety following the cancellation of his ITV show.
Net Worth
Jeremy Kyle’s estimated net worth is approximately £5.5 million, reflecting his successful career in broadcasting and media.
