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A look inside the life of presenter Steve Jones

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A look inside the life of presenter Steve Jones
A look inside the life of presenter Steve Jones

STEVE Jones has been a familiar face on TV for over a decade.

Here we take a look inside the life and career of the Welsh presenter.

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Who is presenter Steve Jones?

Steve Jones, born March 16, 1977, is a television presenter from Tylorstown, Wales.

His media career first began when he was approached to do freelance modelling work.

Following his time as a model, Steve then went on to find success as a TV presenter.

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What TV shows has Steve Jones presented?

Steve became a regular feature on Channel 4's weekend entertainment programme T4 which aired between 1998 and 2012.

Among the many shows Steve has hosted are 101 Ways to Leave a Gameshow, the BAFTA coverage for E! Entertainment and Let's Dance for BBC One.

He also hosted the very first series of The X Factor USA.

Other titles include the BBC Three six-part series Hair, Waitrose Weekend Kitchen, E4’s live dating show Young, Free & Single LIVE and A Night with Beyoncé.

In 2016, the TV presenter became the host of Channel 4’s Formula 1 coverage, a successful role which he continues today. 

He has also hosted shows including Animal Rescue Live and Perfect House, Secret Location for Channel 4.

Aside from his success as a presenter, the Welsh star previously landed a small part in the teen film Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging, as well as appearing as himself in two episodes of the TV series Plus One.

When did Steve Jones join This Morning?

In August 2023, it was revealed that TV star Steve Jones has reportedly signed up to host This Morning following Phillip Schofield's exit.

ITV bosses were said to be "thrilled" that Steve said yes to the job and are hoping he'll eventually co-host with This Morning anchor Holly Willoughby.

A source told MailOnline: "The hope is that those watching at home will love Steve, he's a very experienced broadcaster but also very cheeky.

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"There is no permanent replacement for Phil, Holly will be presenting with Alison, Josie, Dermot and Craig, and now probably Steve."

The TV host will take on presenting duties alongside Josie Gibson in August 2023.

Is Steve Jones married and does he have children?

Steve is married to LA-born food photographer Phylicia Jackson.

In 2014, the pair wed in London after meeting in America.

At the time, Steve was working on The X Factor USA, while Phylicia was making money as a photographer.

The couple appear to keep their family life private, therefore it is not known if they have any children.

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