Jeremy John Wade, born on March 23, 1956, in Suffolk, England, is a British television presenter, extreme angler, biologist, and author. He is best known for his work on wildlife documentaries that explore myths, legends, and real-life encounters with freshwater species across the world.
Wade spent his formative years in Suffolk before attending Dean Close School, an independent day and boarding school in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. He went on to study at the University of Bristol, where he earned a degree in zoology. Continuing his academic journey, Wade completed postgraduate studies at the University of Kent, where he received a postgraduate teaching certificate in biological sciences.
Armed with his teaching certification, Wade began his professional career as a biology teacher at a high school in the County of Kent, in southeast England.
Wade's passion for angling began during his time in East Anglia, where he came into contact with the River Stour, which stretches approximately 46 miles. This connection sparked a lifelong fascination with freshwater creatures. In 1982, he traveled to India to explore its mountainous rivers, marking the beginning of numerous international fishing expeditions, including trips to the Amazon Rainforest and the Congo Basin.
Wade made his television debut in 2007 with the Discovery Europe documentary series Jungle Hooks. However, he rose to international prominence in 2009 as the star of River Monsters, a documentary series co-produced by ITV Studios, Animal Planet, and Discovery Channel.
River Monsters featured Wade traveling to remote parts of the world to investigate myths and local stories related to aquatic creatures, and attempting to catch the often-elusive specimens responsible. Although the original run of the series concluded in 2017, reruns continue to air globally on channels such as Discovery, ITV, and Animal Planet. The show gained a loyal following for its mix of adventure, zoology, and cultural exploration.
One of the series' most memorable episodes aired during the second season, in which Wade successfully captured a massive Goliath Tigerfish while navigating the Congo River in Central Africa.
| Birth Date: | 23 Mar, 1956 |
| Age: | 64 yrs |
| Occupations: | Biologist Television presenter Writer Actor |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Suffolk |
| Education: | University of Bristol |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | British television presenter and author |
| Net Worth 2021: | 2 million |
