Simon Groom

Quick Facts

Full Name	Simon Groom
Occupation	Tv Show Host
Date Of Birth	Aug 12, 1950(1950-08-12)
Age	74
Country	United Kingdom
Birth City	England
Horoscope	Leo

Simon Groom Biography

Simon Groom is one of the most popular and richest TV Show Host who was born on August 12, 1950 in England, United Kingdom. British television host who was famous as host of the kids’ TV show Blue Peter from 1978-1986, and also produced documentaries such as Angels and Devils.

On Blue Peter, his co-presenter was On Blue Peter, his co-presenter was John Noakes..

Groom worked briefly as an English teacher before becoming a disc jockey and joining Blue Peter in 1978. Groom’s co-presenters on Blue Peter until leaving in 1986 were Lesley Judd, John Noakes, Christopher Wenner, Tina Heath, Peter Duncan, Sarah Greene, Janet Ellis and Michael Sundin.

Groom has also produced and presented documentaries for BBC Radio Four, including: George Oliver: A Man For All Seasons, the story of a Bedfordshire Gamekeeper; Peak Park Pressures – Britain’s first national park; and Ferry Across the Mekong: 2 thirty minute programmes (Sony nominated) in which he makes a return trip to Cambodia. In 1979, he was one of the earliest Western journalists to enter the country, following the end of Pol Pot’s regime.

He moved to the countryside along with Gilly, his partner. Gilly.

Simon Groom Net Worth

Simon Groom is one of the richest Tv Show Host from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Simon Groom 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was employed as an English instructor and disc jockey after he graduated at Birmingham University.

He is a renowned producer of documentaries like Angels & Devils and Bucking Mad for BBC.

Simon Groom (born 12 August 1950) is a British producer and director. He was a presenter of Blue Peter from 1978 to 1986.

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Who is Simon Groom Dating?

According to our records, Simon Groom married to Gilly Groom. As of December 1, 2023, Simon Groom’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Simon Ranked on the list of most popular TV Show Host. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. Simon Groom celebrates birthday on August 12 of every year.

Top Facts about Simon Groom

1. Simon Groom was born on 12 August 1950 in Chesterfield, Derbyshire.
2. He was educated at Herbert Strutt Grammar School in Belper, Derbyshire, followed by the University of Birmingham.
3. Groom was a presenter of Blue Peter from 1978 to 1986.
4. He released a cover version of Elvis Presley’s hit “Can’t Help Falling in Love” on his own record label in 1992.
5. Groom produced his first TV documentary, Angels & Devils, which received critical acclaim.
6. His other television documentaries include Bucking Mad and Full Circle: the Saving of Derby’s Roundhouse.
7. Groom has also produced and presented documentaries for BBC Radio Four.
8. His documentary The Flying Scotsman: A Rail Romance, was transmitted on BBC Two in March 2013.
9. Groom has worked as an ambassador for the city of Derby.
10. He was given an honorary degree by the University of Derby in 2010 in recognition of his contribution to broadcasting.

Where is Simon Groom now?

Simon lives in Matlock, Derbyshire and now heads his own television production company. He also presents Groom’s Gold – “two hours of great music and nostalgia to brighten your weekend” for BBC Radio Sheffield.

How old is Simon Groom?

71 years (August 12, 1950)

Who were the presenters of Blue Peter?

• Christopher Trace. 16 October 1958 – 24 July 1967. …
• Leila Williams. 16 October 1958 – 8 January 1962. …
• Anita West. 7 May 1962 – 3 September 1962. …
• Valerie Singleton. 3 September 1962 – 3 July 1972. …
• John Noakes. 30 December 1965- 26 June 1978. …
• Peter Purves. …
• Lesley Judd. …
• Simon Groom.

Who was sacked from Blue Peter?

The Blue Peter presenter, who was axed in 1998 following the exposure of his cocaine use, has created a documentary about ‘cancel culture’ Richard Bacon , who was sacked from Blue Peter in 1998 after being exposed for his use of cocaine, has created a Channel 4 documentary about “cancel culture”.

What is Lindsey Russell doing now?

Lindsey is now a regular reporter for both Morning Live and The One Show on BBC One and she hosts her own radio programme for Heart Radio, live on air from 01:00 through to 06:00 every Saturday and Sunday.