Quick Info
| Profession | Television Presenter, Journalist, Motivational Speaker, Athlete, Actor |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 19/07/1983 |
| Age | 43 years |
| Birthplace | Carlisle, Cumbria, England |
Latest News about Helen Skelton
13/09/2026
Helen Skelton was named among the celebrities taking part in the 2026 Great North Run. She said she was running for Breast Cancer Now and described the event as having a great atmosphere and welcoming crowds.
01/07/2026
Helen Skelton discussed the fallout from her split from ex-husband Richie Myler in a 2026 interview, saying the experience had been humiliating. The coverage also clarified that she was not in a romantic relationship despite public speculation.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Helen Elizabeth Skelton |
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| Notable For | Presenting Blue Peter, Countryfile, and Morning Live; Guinness World Record Holder; Extreme Sports |
| Age Context | 42 years (as of 2026) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Institution | Cumbria Institute of the Arts |
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| Degree | Journalism |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Rory Skelton |
| Children | Two sons |
Relationships & More
| Family Members | Parents (raised on dairy farm), Spouse, Children |
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Family
| Children | Two sons |
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Career
| Major Shows |
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| Records | Guinness World Record Holder (Kayaking the Amazon) |
| Other Roles | Extreme Sportswoman, Live Sports Presenter, Bestselling Author |
Favourites
| Actress Who Would Play Her | Kate Hudson |
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| Book Title | In My Stride |
Style Quotient
| Public Image | Motivational, Adventurous, Energetic |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/helenskelton/ | |
| https://x.com/HelenSkelton |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Raised on a dairy farm outside Carlisle | |
| 2. Kayaked the entire length of the Amazon River | |
| 3. Published a bestselling book titled 'In My Stride' | |
| 4. Former Blue Peter presenter and Countryfile reporter | |
| 5. Appeared on Strictly Come Dancing |