Quick Info
| Profession | Broadcaster Journalist Writer Media Personality |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 30/03/1965 |
| Age | 61 years |
| Birthplace | Guildford, Surrey, England |
Latest News about Piers Morgan
01/09/2025
Piers Morgan launched a weekly highlights show on Channel 5 in September 2025, featuring curated segments from his YouTube series Piers Morgan Uncensored. The move extended the programme's reach beyond YouTube and television streaming audiences after the end of its daily TalkTV run.
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Bio/Wiki
| Birth Name | Piers Stefan O'Meara |
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| Full Name | Piers Stefan Pughe-Morgan |
| Nickname | Pinocchio Piers |
| Known for | Being the editor of News of the World and Daily Mirror |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' 1" (183 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
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| College/University | Harlow College, Harlow, Essex, England |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in Journalism |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Vincent Eamonn O'Meara (deceased) |
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| Mother | Gabrielle Georgina Sybille (née Oliver) |
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Career
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| Career Overview | Piers Morgan began working in journalism in 1985, contributing to local newspapers before making a name for himself at The Sun. He became the youngest editor of the News of the World at 29 and later edited the Daily Mirror. Over the years, he has hosted high-profile shows including America's Got Talent, CNN's Piers Morgan Live, and Good Morning Britain, and he has remained a prominent media personality through print, television, and online platforms. | ||||
| Recent Developments | Hosted Piers Morgan Uncensored on TalkTV from 2022 to 2024, then moved the show to YouTube where it gained a large audience. Since September 2025, a weekly highlights show from YouTube episodes has aired on Channel 5. |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/piersmorgan/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/piersmorganuncensored/ | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/piersmorganuncensored |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Piers Morgan's family moved shortly after his birth. | |
| 2. His father passed away when he was eleven months old. | |
| 3. He adopted his stepfather’s surname after his mother's remarriage. | |
| 4. He began his career at the Surrey and South London Newspaper Group after finishing school. | |
| 5. Piers was invited by Kelvin MacKenzie to write for The Sun's Bizarre column, earning him the nickname 'Friend of the Stars.' | |
| 6. At 29, he became the youngest editor of a national newspaper in over 50 years. | |
| 7. He has appeared in various reality TV shows and hosted numerous programs throughout his career. | |
| 8. Morgan often shares his fitness routine on social media and enjoys smoking cigars. | |
| 9. He is known for his strong political opinions and has sparked significant controversy through his statements. | |
| 10. He won The Celebrity Apprentice in 2008. |