Former “Blue Peter” Presenter, Lead Presenter for Sky Sports & Sky Sports News Football Coverage, President of Blood Cancer UK & Bestselling Author of ‘Love, Interrupted’
Simon Thomas’s Biography:
Simon Thomas is a respected British television presenter, broadcaster and author known for his work across sport, entertainment and social advocacy. He is currently the presenter of Soccer Saturday on Sky Sports and has been a prominent figure in sports broadcasting for more than two decades. Over the course of his career, he has hosted Premier League and Football League coverage for Sky Sports and Sky Sports News, as well as working across major sporting events, including the Olympic Games. Alongside his broadcasting career, Simon is also a bestselling author and an influential voice raising awareness around grief, mental health and life after loss.
Simon began his television career in 1999 when he became a presenter of the BBC’s iconic children’s programme Blue Peter, replacing Richard Bacon. During his time on the show, he took part in numerous challenges, including climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, running the London Marathon and completing more than 40 solo skydives with the Royal Air Force. His work on the programme made him a household name, and he even had the honour of presenting Queen Elizabeth II with a gold Blue Peter badge before leaving the show in 2005.
Following his departure from Blue Peter, Simon moved into sports broadcasting, joining Sky Sports News as a presenter. He quickly established himself as a trusted sports broadcaster, covering football, cricket and major international sporting events. Over time, he became the lead presenter for Sky Sports’ Football League coverage and later hosted live Premier League broadcasts. He has also presented coverage of events such as the Ryder Cup and the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Beyond broadcasting, Simon has become an important advocate for open conversations about grief and mental health following the loss of his wife to leukaemia in 2017. He serves as President of Blood Cancer UK and has written bestselling books, including ‘Love, Interrupted: Navigating Grief One Day at a Time’ and ‘Love, Interrupted: Navigating Grief, Finding Hope’. Through his writing, speaking engagements and his Love Interrupted podcast, Simon continues to help others navigate loss, resilience and personal recovery.
Why Hire Simon Thomas?
Simon is hired as a speaker for his powerful and deeply personal story of resilience, leadership and recovery. Drawing on his experiences in broadcasting and his journey through grief after losing his wife to leukaemia, he delivers inspiring talks that resonate with audiences facing personal or professional challenges.
He has spoken openly about grief and sobriety for organisations including the Home Office, Linklaters and Aviva, helping audiences engage in meaningful conversations around mental health, resilience and personal recovery. Through honest storytelling and practical insight, Simon delivers impactful talks that encourage reflection, connection and positive change.
Simon Thomas’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Simon Thomas’s remarkable career:
- 2025 – Continued hosting Soccer Saturday for Sky Sports covering major Premier League and Football League matchdays.
- 2023 – Became the presenter of Soccer Saturday for Sky Sports leading the iconic football results programme.
- 2023 – Published the book Love Interrupted: Navigating Grief, Finding Hope continuing his writing on grief and recovery.
- 2020 – Served as Amazon Prime Video’s lead presenter for Premier League football coverage.
- 2019 – Published Love Interrupted: Navigating Grief One Day at a Time sharing his personal journey through grief.
- 2016 – Presented live Premier League football coverage for Sky Sports.
- 2012 – Presented the morning warm-up and post shows at the London Olympic Stadium during the London Olympic Games.
- 2010 – Became lead presenter of Football League coverage for Sky Sports.
- 2005 – Joined Sky Sports News as a sports presenter beginning his long career in sports broadcasting.
- 2002 – Presented BBC Proms in the Park.
- 1999 – Began his presenting career on the BBC children’s programme Blue Peter.
Videos
Simon Thomas’s Official Keynote Speaking Videos & Showreel:
Testimonials
“We invited Simon to join Nomad Foods’ first celebration of International Men’s Day on November 19th 2019 to support us in driving awareness of changing roles in the workplace, and the need to ensure an open and supportive culture around mental health. Simon spoke eloquently and engagingly for 45 minutes about his own experiences which transcend gender…around imposter syndrome, depression, grief and recovery. A highly emotive session which has had a real impact at both personal and business levels whether you are familiar with Simon’s career or not. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him as a speaker to any other businesses.” – Nomad Foods
“Our thanks to Simon for the incredibly inspirational talk that he gave at our staff conference last Friday. He made such an impact with our staff and they are still talking about it now” – Great Well Homes
“The event was fantastic, Simon was really engaging with lots to take away and I’ve received some really encouraging feedback.” – National Grid
“The session with Simon had a real impact on the business. Simon really connected with so many of our staff who are experiencing issues and a number came forward to seek help after the event. It had more of an impact than we ever thought that it could. Simon’s honesty and vulnerability were inspiring for our staff and we are very grateful for him sharing his story with us” – BHP
Speaking Topics
Simon Thomas’s Official Keynote Topics:
- Mental Health
- Grief
- Sobriety
- Leukaemia & Blood Cancer
How Much Does Simon Thomas Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Simon Thomas?
The cost of hiring Simon Thomas depends on factors such as event location, format, duration and travel requirements. For an accurate quote tailored to your event, contact a London Keynote Speakers Agency booking agent for expert guidance.