Natasha Kaplinsky

Natasha Kaplinsky OBE is one of the most recognisable and respected broadcasters, with more than two decades of experience as a lead news anchor for ITN, Channel 5, and Sky News.

Over the course of her career, Natasha has established herself as a trusted and authoritative presence across news, current affairs, and documentary television. Her presenting credits include a range of high-profile one-off documentaries, among them The People's Medal, On the Run, and Missing: Without a Trace. She is also widely recognised as the first-ever winner of Strictly Come Dancing, demonstrating a versatility and warmth that has endeared her to audiences across genres.

In 2015, Natasha undertook one of the most significant projects of her career, spending hundreds of hours interviewing more than 100 British Holocaust survivors, which led to her being awarded an OBE in 2017 for services to Holocaust commemoration.

Beyond broadcasting, Natasha holds a number of distinguished public roles. She was appointed President of the British Board of Film Classification in 2023 and serves as Chair of the Royal Ballet School. She is also a Global Ambassador for Save the Children and President of Barnardo's, reflecting her longstanding commitment to humanitarian and cultural causes.

Natasha’s intelligent, composed, and impeccably professional presence makes her a first-choice host for prestigious large-scale events. Drawing on decades of live national broadcasting experience, she brings gravitas, authority, and seamless control to every stage, confidently navigating high-profile contributors and complex subject matter with ease. Whether she’s anchoring a global leadership summit, moderating senior panel discussions, or hosting flagship awards ceremonies, her natural warmth and emotional intelligence allow her to connect effortlessly with audiences while maintaining pace, focus, and polish.

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