Date of Birth: April 27, 1969
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Biography
Tess Daly, born Helen Elizabeth Daly, is a British model and television presenter best known for co-presenting the BBC One dance show “Strictly Come Dancing” since 2004. Born in Stockport, Cheshire, Tess began her career as a model at the age of 18, traveling the world and gracing the covers of numerous fashion magazines. Her modeling career took her to cities like Tokyo, Paris, and Milan. Transitioning from modeling to television, Tess made a name for herself as a presenter. She hosted shows like “SMTV Live” and “Back to Reality” before landing her role on “Strictly Come Dancing.” Her charm, elegance, and professionalism have made her a household name in the UK. Tess is also an author, having published two novels: “The Camera Never Lies” and “It’s Up to You New York.” She is married to fellow television presenter Vernon Kay, and they have two daughters.
5 Interesting Facts about Tess Daly
1. Tess Daly’s real name is Helen Elizabeth Daly; she adopted the name “Tess” after being inspired by the character Tess of the d’Urbervilles.
2. Before becoming a television presenter, Tess worked as a model and appeared in music videos, including for Duran Duran and The Beloved.
3. Tess has been co-presenting “Strictly Come Dancing” since its second series in 2004, making her one of the longest-serving presenters on the show.
4. She has written two novels, “The Camera Never Lies” and “It’s Up to You New York,” both of which received positive reviews.
5. Tess Daly is an ambassador for several charities, including Great Ormond Street Hospital and Breast Cancer Care.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Tess Daly
1. “You can’t take life too seriously – nobody gets out alive anyway.”
2. “I believe in grabbing every opportunity that comes my way.”
3. “Family is the most important thing in the world to me.”
4. “I love the magic of live television – the unpredictability and excitement.”
5. “Confidence is not something you are born with; it’s something that you develop over time.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Tess Daly’s highest net worth is estimated to be around £4 million.
Children
Tess Daly and Vernon Kay have two daughters: Phoebe Elizabeth Kay, born in October 2004, and Amber Isabella Kay, born in May 2009.
Relevant Links
1. [Tess Daly on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0198338/
2. [Tess Daly’s Official Twitter](https://twitter.com/TessDaly
4. [Tess Daly’s Books on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/351405.Tess_Daly
