Biography

Katie Thistleton

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Katie Thistleton is an English television presenter, radio presenter, journalist, as well as author well-known for her work on the CBBC channel. Furthermore, Thistleton also presents a show on BBC Radio 1 alongside her co-presenter Cel Spellman.

Katie Is University Of Salford Graduate

Katie was born Katie Lorna Thistleton on 13 May 1989, in Manchester, the United Kingdom. She holds English nationality and belongs to the white ethnic background. Thistleton was born under the zodiac sign Taurus.

Regarding educational background, she was graduated with a degree in English and Creative Writing from the University of Salford. Katie later qualified as an NCTJ certified journalist.

Before that, she studied at New Associates, Manchester. In the past, for a few months, she has worked for the NHS Pennine Care Mental Health Trust.

Katie Appeared On Several CBBC Shows

In 2013, Thistleton worked behind the scenes for CBBC as a PA and Researcher. Later, she hosted the CBBC Book Club on the CBBC channel.

Katie Thistleton at the BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards at SSE Arena SOURCE: Zimbio

Katie has appeared on numerous CBBC shows such as All Over the Place, Blue Peter, The Dog Ate My Homework, and Jedward's Big Adventure.

Afterward, Katie announced that she would be dropping CBBC to starting a new project. Apart from children's television, Katie has also featured on Celebrity Eggheads, Celebrity Mastermind, and Children in Need.

Hosted BBC Radio 1's For Few Times

Katie hosted BBC Radio 1's, which is one of the BBC's two flagship radio stations, specializing in modern popular music in May 2017 along with Radha Modgil, who is a medical doctor and media personality. 

Later, she started working in the Life Hacks and The Official Chart: first Look on Radio 1 with Cel Spellman. Afterward, Thistleton ended her career on Radio BBC in December 2017.

Debuted Book Dear Katie: Real Problems

The former Radio host, Katie's published her debut book Dear Katie: Real Problem, Real Advice in February 2018. The book was published under the Orion Publishing Group, which is the United Kingdom-based book publisher. 

How Much Is Katie Thistleton's Net Worth?

Radio presenter, Katie's exact net worth is currently under review. However, some websites reported that her net worth is around $500 thousand as of November 2019. 

Thistleton's earned most of his fortune from being a successful television show host. Meanwhile, according to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, radio & television host earns a mean annum wage of $51, 630. So we can a s sume that Katie might also earn her salary in a similar range.

Moreover, the former Radio host has also published a book, Dear Katie: Real advice on real-life problems with expert tips which cost £7.99 in Amazon.

Who Is Her Partner?

Katie is not a married woman, as of November 2019. But, she is currently in a relationship with her long-time boyfriend, Alex Harris. 

Thistleton with her boyfriend, Alex SOURCE: Instagram

It is not revealed when and how the pair started dating but seems to be enjoying a healthy relationship. Thistleton often shares pictures with her boyfriend, Alex, in her Instagram account.