Trisha Goddard

Host of ‘Trisha’ on ITV & Channel 5 & ‘The Trisha Goddard Show’ on NBC, Former News Anchor for ABC & Mental Health Campaigner

Trisha Goddard’s Biography:

Trisha Goddard is an acclaimed television presenter, broadcaster and mental health campaigner, celebrated for her pioneering media career and tireless advocacy work. Best known for hosting the hugely successful daytime talk shows ‘Trisha’ on ITV and Channel 5 and ‘The Trisha Goddard Show’ on NBC in the United States, Trisha has built a reputation for tackling sensitive topics with empathy, honesty and authority. As a speaker, she shares compelling insights on mental health, resilience, diversity, communication and the realities of working in the public eye, drawing on decades of experience across international broadcasting and public advocacy.

Trisha began her broadcasting career in Australia as a journalist and news anchor for ABC in Sydney, where she made history as the country’s first black female news broadcaster. She went on to co-host the children’s programme ‘Play School’ and current affairs show ‘The 7:30 Report’, quickly becoming one of Australia’s most recognisable television personalities. Expanding her career internationally, she later moved to the UK and launched the daytime talk show ‘Trisha’, which became a major success. Alongside television presenting, she founded her own production company, C’est La Vie Productions, and later worked in the United States as the conflict resolution expert for ‘Maury’. More recently, she hosted a show on TalkTV and fronted the latest series of ‘You Are What You Eat’ on Channel 5.

Beyond broadcasting, Trisha has become a respected voice in mental health awareness and anti-stigma campaigning. She served as an Australian Government Advisor on Mental Health for over a decade and chaired the Australian National Mental Health Anti-Stigma Campaign. She is also Patron of MIND Norwich and a member of the World Psychiatric Association Working Party on Mental Health Stigma. Her dedication to advocacy was recognised with the Royal College of Psychiatrists’ President’s Medal and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Power Of A Woman Awards.

Trisha has also enjoyed a varied media career beyond news and talk television, appearing on programmes including ‘Dancing on Ice’, ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’, ‘Piers Morgan’s Life Stories’ and ‘Celebrity Big Brother UK’. A talented writer, she has contributed to publications such as The Times, Sydney Morning Herald, Woman’s Weekly and EDP Magazine. She is also the co-author of ‘The Family Survival Guide’ and has published two autobiographies, further cementing her reputation as a relatable and influential public figure.

Why Hire Trisha Goddard?

Trisha is hired as a speaker for her exceptional ability to combine lived experience, media expertise and mental health advocacy into powerful, engaging presentations. With decades spent interviewing people from all walks of life, she delivers authentic insights into communication, conflict resolution and emotional resilience. Her experience advising governments and leading anti-stigma initiatives gives her unique authority on workplace wellbeing and inclusion. Audiences value her honesty, warmth and humour, while her extensive television career ensures she is a confident and captivating keynote speaker, panellist and event host for corporate, healthcare and leadership events.

Trisha Goddard’s Career Highlights:

Here are some of the key milestones that define Trisha Goddard’s remarkable career:

  • 2026 – Received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Power Of A Woman Awards for her groundbreaking work in television, production and advocacy.
  • 2025 – Participated in ‘Celebrity Big Brother UK’, introducing her to a new generation of television audiences.
  • 2022 – Joined TalkTV as the host of her own television programme discussing current affairs and popular culture.
  • 2012 – Hosted ‘The Trisha Goddard Show’ on NBC in the United States, expanding her international broadcasting profile.
  • 2011/2012 – Received the Royal College of Psychiatrists’ President’s Medal in recognition of her commitment to mental health advocacy.
  • 2010 – Worked as the conflict resolution expert for the American talk show ‘Maury’.
  • 1998 – Became an Australian Government Advisor on Mental Health, serving in the role for more than a decade.
  • 1998 – Began hosting the hit daytime talk show ‘Trisha’ on ITV, later moving the programme to Channel 5.
  • 1987 – Hosted the children’s series ‘Play School’ and current affairs programme ‘The 7:30 Report’ for ABC in Australia.
  • 1987 – Made history as Australia’s first black female news broadcaster while working as a journalist and anchor for ABC Sydney.