Andi Peters

English journalist and television presenter

Andi Peters - English journalist and television presenter
Born

July 29th, 1970
55 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1970, this English journalist gained recognition as a television presenter. Starting a career in children's television on the BBC, he became known for hosting various programs, including 'Going Live!' and 'The Saturday Show'. Later, he transitioned to presenting on ITV, where he hosted segments on shows like 'This Morning'. His work extended into producing, contributing to the overall media landscape in the UK. Additionally, he participated in reality television, featuring in 'Celebrity Big Brother'.

Hosted 'Going Live!' on BBC

Presented on ITV's 'This Morning'

Participated in 'Celebrity Big Brother'

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