Cat Deeley

Renowned Actress, Singer, Model & TV Presenter Known For Fronting SMTB Live ‘Star In Their Eyes’ & ‘So You Think You Can Dance’

Cat Deeley’s Biography:

Cat Deeley is an award-winning British television presenter, broadcaster and actress best known for hosting SMTV Live, Stars in Their Eyes and the internationally successful, So You Think You Can Dance. Recognised for her warmth, humour and natural presenting ability, Cat has become one of the UK’s most successful television exports, building a major broadcasting career across both Britain and the United States. Through decades in entertainment television, live broadcasting and charity work, she has established herself as one of the industry’s most respected presenters.

Cat first entered the spotlight as a teenager after reaching the national finals of The Clothes Show competition, which launched her modelling career. After transitioning into television presenting, she became co-host of MTV’s Hitlist UK before achieving national fame on SMTV Live alongside Ant & Dec. Her hugely popular work on the programme earned her the 2001 BAFTA Children’s Award for Best Presenter and led to further high-profile hosting roles, including CD:UK and ITV’s Stars in Their Eyes.

In 2006, Cat moved to the United States to host So You Think You Can Dance, a role that transformed her into an internationally recognised television personality. Synonymous with the programme ever since, she received five Primetime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Programme between 2011 and 2015. Alongside entertainment presenting, Cat has also worked across radio, acting and factual television, including appearances on Deadbeat, guest hosting American television shows and presenting live specials and charity broadcasts.

Beyond broadcasting, Cat is widely respected for her charity work and advocacy. She became a UNICEF UK Ambassador in 2009 and has long supported children’s charities, including Great Ormond Street Hospital. In recent years, she returned to mainstream British television as co-presenter of ITV’s This Morning, further cementing her reputation as one of Britain’s most versatile and enduring broadcasters.

Why Hire Cat Deeley?

Cat is hired as a speaker, presenter and awards host for her exceptional experience across live television, entertainment and international broadcasting. Having fronted major television programmes in both the UK and the US, she brings warmth, professionalism and charisma to every event.

Winner of the 2001 BAFTA Children’s Award for Best Presenter and a five-time Primetime Emmy nominee for So You Think You Can Dance, Cat combines humour, storytelling and behind-the-scenes broadcasting insight in every appearance. Her talks cover media, confidence, communication, women in television and live presenting, making her an outstanding choice for conferences, awards ceremonies and corporate events.

Cat Deeley’s Career Highlights:

Below are some of Cat Deeley’s most notable career milestones:

  • 2025 – Became host of the revived American reality series The Joe Schmo Show.
  • 2024 – Became permanent co-presenter of ITV’s This Morning alongside Ben Shephard.
  • 2012 – Won the Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Reality Show Host for So You Think You Can Dance.
  • 2009 – Became a UNICEF UK Ambassador.
  • 2006 – Became presenter of So You Think You Can Dance in the United States.
  • 2005 – Finished her run as presenter of CD:UK after seven years hosting the music programme.
  • 2003 – Became presenter of ITV talent show Stars in Their Eyes.
  • 2001 – Won the BAFTA Children’s Award for Best Presenter for SMTV Live.
  • 1998 – Began co-hosting SMTV Live alongside Ant & Dec.
  • 1997 – Became co-presenter of MTV’s Hitlist UK.