Matt Johnson (TV presenter)
| Matt Johnson | |
|---|---|
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| Born |
18 November 1982 Caerphilly, Wales, United Kingdom |
| Occupation | Presenter |
| Notable credit(s) | This Morning (2010-13) |
| Family |
Pamela Undery (mother) Gary Johnson (father) |
Matt Johnson (born 18 November 1982) is a British television presenter and personality from Caerphilly, Wales, best known for presenting in the interactive 'Hub' on ITV's This Morning between 2010 and 2013 and for co-hosting Channel 5's OK! TV.[1]
Early life
Johnson was born in Caerphilly to Pamela (née Undery) and Gary Johnson.
Career
Television
Johnson joined the ITV Wales news programme Wales Tonight, as a reporter in January 2009 and also presented The Wales Show until December 2010.
In September 2010, Johnson joined the interactive Hub team on ITV's This Morning programme.[2] On 3 June and 28 October 2011, he guest co-presented the main This Morning show on ITV. Matt left This Morning in 2013 and presented his final show on 30 August.
From 14 February to 16 August 2011, Johnson was co-presenter of Channel 5's OK! TV.[3]
Johnson occasionally presents The National Lottery Draws on BBC One. He also presents Hwb on Welsh-language TV channel S4C.
Guest appearances
- Take Me Out: Celebrity Christmas Special (15 December 2012)[4] - Contestant
- Tipping Point: Lucky Stars (11 August 2013)[5] - Contestant
- The Chase: Celebrity Special (6 December 2014)[6] - Contestant
Johnson appeared in an episode of It'll Be Alright on the Night
Your Face Sounds Familiar
In 2013, Johnson was a contestant on the ITV programme Your Face Sounds Familiar, where he finished as one of the runner-ups to winner Natalie Anderson.
| Week | Portraying | Song | Judges' scores | Result | ||||
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| Julian Clary | Emma Bunton | Guest Judge | Bonus Points | Total | ||||
| 1 | Jon Bon Jovi | "Livin' on a Prayer" | 7 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 22 | Not in Top 3 |
| 2 | Taylor Swift | "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" | 7 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 24 | Not in Top 3 |
| 3 | Elvis Presley | "Heartbreak Hotel"/"Blue Suede Shoes"/"Hound Dog" | 8 | 9 | 8 | 0 | 25 | Runner-up |
| 4 | Freddie Mercury | "Don't Stop Me Now" | 10 | 10 | 10 | 5 | 35 | Winner |
| 5 | Rod Stewart | "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy" | 8 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 24 | Runner-up |
| 6 | Bruce Springsteen | "Born in the USA" | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Runner-up |
| Robbie Williams | "Let Me Entertain You" | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
Acting
In 2007, Johnson appeared on an episode of Gavin and Stacey playing 'Jose', Stacey's brother Jason's boyfriend.
Awards
In 2010, Johnson was voted Wales' Sexiest Man in a poll conducted by the Trinity Mirror Group.[7]
In 2013, Johnson was voted 'Most Entertaining Person' on Channel 5's Big Brother's Bit on the Side for the episode broadcast on September 12.
Personal life
Johnson has two siblings: a younger sister, Emily, and an older brother, Adam. He also has two nephews Luke and Eddie.
Charity
Johnson is a supporter of charity Mind.
References
- ↑ Wales' 50 sexiest men 2009 Wales Online, 14 November 2009
- ↑ Matt Johnson This Morning, ITV, 2 September 2010
- ↑ Denise Van Outen to host Channel 5's OK! TV guardian.co.uk, 3 February 2011
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- ↑ The Hot 50: Wales' sexiest men revealed Wales Online, 11 July 2010
External links
- Matt Johnson's blog ITV Wales
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