Bio/Wiki
Full Name | John Martin Stapleton |
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Known For | His work as a TV presenter and reporter on various TV channels. |
Physical Stats & More
Height | 180 cm |
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Eye Color | Lavender Gray |
Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
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College/University | St John's College of Further Education, Manchester |
Educational Qualification | A-level education |
Personal Life
Religion | Christianity |
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Relationships & More
Marital Status | Widower |
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Marriage Date | 1977 |
Family
Father | Frank Stapleton (deceased) (Government official) |
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Mother | June Stapleton (deceased) (Teacher) |
Spouse | Lynn Faulds Wood (deceased) (Teacher) |
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Career
Debut | John began his career in television as a reporter for the BBC show Nationwide in 1975. |
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Last TV | He last worked on the ITV Breakfast channel Daybreak in 2010. |
Awards | He received the Royal Television Society's News Presenter of the Year award in 2003. Throughout his career, he reported from various significant locations including the Middle East during conflicts. |
Social Media
https://x.com/JohnStapletonTV |
Some Lesser Known Facts
John Stapleton grew up in Oldham, Lancashire, UK, and was a prominent figure in factual broadcasting. | |
Despite not attending university, he began working as a reporter at the age of 17. | |
He worked for notable newspapers and transitioned to television, where he achieved significant acclaim. | |
He was a lifelong supporter of Manchester City Football Club and recalled attending games with his father. |