Ross King (presenter)

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For other persons of the same name, see Ross King.

Ross King is a British television presenter, actor and writer. He currently appears on GMTV as the show's Los Angeles correspondent, and also presents local programmes in Los Angeles. He also presents shows on Radio Clyde live from America. He is the voice of American Express UK.

Ross is a supporter of Rangers F.C.

[edit] Career

Born in Glasgow[1], real name Derek Ross, King made his first stage appearance at the age of 5. He went on to appear on radio aged 15 and made his television debut two years later.[2]. He was chosen to present Young Krypton, a youth version of The Krypton Factor, from over 3,600 applicants. He went on to present numerous other television shows, including The 8:15 from Manchester and Pebble Mill.

King moved to Los Angeles in 2004, winning a reality TV show that consisted of applicants competing to become a weather presenter.[3]

[edit] References

  1. ^ Ross King on the Internet Movie Database
  2. ^ Official Website
  3. ^ The Guardian: King of the rain academy, Friday December 3, 2004


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