Charlotte Hawkins is a prominent English television and radio presenter, journalist, and newsreader. She is currently affiliated with ITV and Classic FM, where she showcases her broadcasting expertise across a range of programs.
Charlotte Mary Hawkins was born on May 16, 1975, in Chichester, West Sussex, United Kingdom. Details regarding her early education and formal training in journalism, though not highlighted extensively, laid the foundation for a successful career in broadcasting.
Hawkins began gaining national recognition when she joined ITV’s regional news program Meridian Tonight in 2003, serving as a primary anchor. After three years, she transitioned to Sky News in 2006, where she became co-presenter of the morning show Sunrise alongside Eamonn Holmes.
During her time at Sky News, Hawkins also anchored her own daily news and interview segments, demonstrating her ability to handle live breaking news and in-depth discussions. She led coverage of major global and royal events, including live reporting from the London 2012 Olympics, the Diamond Jubilee celebrations, and the Royal Wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton.
In addition to her role in UK news broadcasting, Hawkins was involved in coverage of entertainment events for Sky News. She contributed to reports on the BAFTA Awards and presented live from the Oscars red carpet in Los Angeles, further showcasing her versatility across news and entertainment formats.
Hawkins has conducted interviews with a variety of global figures from different sectors, among them celebrities such as David Beckham, Oprah Winfrey, and Sir Paul McCartney. Her ability to navigate interviews with figures of such stature speaks to her professionalism and skill as a journalist.
Charlotte Hawkins made a brief appearance as a news presenter in the 2015 film Burnt (not Consumed), starring Bradley Cooper. She has also appeared on stage during music tours for groups like Diversity and The Wanted, offering media coverage rather than stage performances.
In addition to her television work, Hawkins is a longtime host of the annual cinema broadcasts of André Rieu concerts. These events, screened in theaters across Europe, bring classical music performances to wider audiences, and Hawkins regularly introduces and presents these screenings.
Currently, Charlotte Hawkins presents a weekend show on Classic FM, where she combines her love of classical music with journalistic insight. She is also a regular presenter on ITV’s morning lineup, including shows like Good Morning Britain.
| Birth Date: | 16 May, 1975 |
| Age: | 44 yrs |
| Occupations: | Journalist Television presenter News presenter |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Chichester |
| residence: | Surrey |
| Education: | University of Manchester |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | English television presenter and newsreader |
