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Introduction
Jon Kay is an English television presenter, newsreader, and journalist. He is currently based in the West of England known for his work on BBC News.
Early life
| Name | Jon Kay |
| Net Worth | $5 million |
| Occupation | Television presenter, Newsreader, Journalist |
| Age | 53 years |
| Height | 1.83m |
Jonathan Francis Kay was born on November 8, 1969 (age 53 years) in Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom. He has three siblings Terri Kerr Kay, Scott Kay, and Heather Flury Kay. He attended Abbey Gate College, an independent school in Chester.
Kay studied at the University of Exeter in Devon from the age of 18. During his studies there, he “mucked around” in the studios of University Radio Exeter, which led to his decision to pursue a career in broadcast journalism. After graduating with a BA degree in Politics in 1992, he joined the BBC as a trainee local reporter.
Career
Jon Kay became a full-time reporter for BBC Radio Bristol after periods at BBC local radio stations, making an early documentary on the development of Bradley Stoke.
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Kay worked as a regional reporter for BBC Points West and then moved to the capital as a national news correspondent for BBC London News. He is currently a news correspondent for BBC News covering the South-West of the country, but he regularly covers stories in other parts of Britain and around the world.
In 2014, Kay reported from Portugal on the investigation into the disappearance of Madeleine McCann and from Cape Town on the trial of Shrien Dewani (later exonerated for his wife’s murder). He was BBC News at Six correspondent during the London Olympics in 2012 and an election correspondent during the 2015 general election campaign.
Jon Kay is also a regular presenter on BBC Breakfast. In July 2022, it was announced by the BBC that Kay will become the main presenter of BBC Breakfast from Monday to Wednesday.
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Wife
Jon Kay is currently married to Francesca Kasteliz, they had their wedding in 1998. He first met his wife who is a fellow BBC trainee during their secondment to the newsroom in BBC Bristol. The couple has three children. His wife Kasteliz having worked as a BBC presenting coach, now works as a freelance TV coach.
Jon Kay net worth
How much is Jon Kay worth? Jon Kay net worth is estimated at around $5 million. His main source of income is from his primary work as a journalist, newsreader and television presenter. Jon Kay’s salary per month and other career earnings are over $380,000 dollars annually.
His remarkable achievements have earned him some luxurious lifestyles and some fancy cars trips. He is one of the richest and most influential media personalities. Jon Kay stands at an appealing height of 1.83m and has a good body weight which suits his personality.