Lorraine Smith CBE is a very accomplished Scottish television presenter with an impressive CV, having presented a number of television programmes for ITV and STV.
Her talent and charm have graced hit shows such as Good Morning Britain, GMTV, This Morning, Dawn, The Sun Military Awards, STV Children’s Appeal and her eponymous show, Lorraine.
She is a beloved and respected entertainment figure known for her professionalism and charming personality.
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- Full name: Lorraine Smith Kelly OBE
- Stage name: Lorraine Kelly
- Date of Birth: November 30, 1959
- Age: 64
- Birthplace: Gorbals, Glasgow, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Scottish television presenter
- Height: 1.65 m
- Parents: Anne Kelly and John Kelly
- Siblings: Graham Kelly
- Spouse: Steve Smith
- Children: 1, Rosie Smith
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $6 million
Early life and education.
Lorraine Smith Kelly was born in Gorbals, Glasgow, England on November 30, 1959. She was raised by her parents, Anne Kelly and John Kelly, and has a sibling, Graham Kelly.
Kelly spent her childhood in Bridgetown and East Kilbride, where she attended Claremont High School. After graduating, she started as a trainee reporter at the East Kilbride News in 1982. She then worked as a researcher at BBC Scotland before becoming a reporter for TV-AM.
Profession
Lorraine Smith Kelly (born Lorraine Kelly) is an English television presenter who has worked in television for over forty years. She began her career as a reporter for the East Kilbride News and BBC Scotland before making her on-screen debut in 1984 as a Scotland reporter for TV-am.
Known for her lively personality and journalistic skills, Lorraine soon became the main presenter of TV-am show Good Morning Britain from 1988 to 1992. In 1993, she co-founded ITV’s breakfast show GMTV and became a well-liked and popular presenter.
Lorraine Smith-Kelly is an English television presenter known for her warm and cheerful on-screen personality. She has had a successful career in the entertainment industry, hosting various shows such as This Morning (2003–2005, 2016) and Dawn (2012–2014), and presenting events such as The Sun Military Awards (2016–present) and STV Children’s Appeal (2016–present).
In addition, she has been presenting the talk show Lorraine since 2010, which is still on air. Kelly has also hosted game shows, including Cash Machine (2019). Her talent has been recognized by awards such as the RTS Presenter Award (2006) and the Scottish BAFTA Award (2008). In 2012, she was awarded an OBE for services to charity and the armed forces.
Awards and nominations
Awards:
- TRIC Diamond Jubilee Award: Rookie of the Year
- RTS Award: Best Presenter
- BAFTA Scotland: A special award given for a career in television. This award is sometimes called the “People’s Choice Award”.
- Royal Television Society (RTS), Television and Radio Industry Club (TRIC) and Television Choice Awards: Outstanding Contribution to British Television
- Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE): for services to charity and the armed forces
- Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE): for services to broadcasting, journalism and philanthropy
- Honorary doctorates: awarded by the University of Dundee and Edinburgh Napier University
Other honors:
- Elected Vice-Chancellor of the University of Dundee
- Honorary Colonel of the Black Guards
- Army Cadet Corps (ACF) National Honorary Colonel
social media.
- Instagram: @lorrainekellysmith
- Facebook account: Lorraine Kelly
- Twitter account: @reallorraine
personal life
Lorraine Smith-Kelly is a devoted wife and mother. She married Steve Smith in 1992 and raised their daughter Rosie. They currently live in Dundee, Scotland.
In 2012, Lorraine was awarded an OBE for services to charity and the Armed Forces. Her selfless service has had a positive impact on the lives of so many people and her dedication is truly commendable.
Filmography
host a show:
- Good morning, Britain
- GMTV, including LK Today
- This morning
- dawn
- Sun Military Award
- STV Children’s Appeal
- Lorraine (her most famous show)
- Various specials and guest appearances
Other TV Works:
- Vice-Chancellor of the University of Dundee (off-screen role)
- Hosting awards ceremonies and events such as the Glenfiddich Spirit of Scotland Awards and STV Appeal for Stories
net worth
Lorraine Kelly rose to fame as a GMTV presenter and has since become a household name in the UK.
She has also appeared in various television shows and movies, showing her versatility as an actress. With her successful career in the entertainment industry, Kelly has amassed a net worth of $6 million.
