Charlene White is a pioneering journalist, author, and broadcaster. She began presenting ITV News in 2008 and, in 2014, became the first Black woman to present ITV News at Ten.
Charlene is on the presenting team of ITV's daytime show Loose Women. The show's first all-black panel special, which Charlene helmed, won a Royal Television Society award and was nominated for a BAFTA.
She co-hosted, alongside Sir Trevor McDonald, the notable documentary Has George Floyd Changed Britain? Exploring the impact George Floyd's death had on people living in the UK, she hosted her primetime ITV documentary, Empire's Child, looking at where her family sits in the British Empire.
Charlene took part in the twenty-second series of I'm A Celebrity . . . Get Me Out of Here! and has toured with Loose Women Live.
'IRL with Team Charlene' is an ITV series Charlene created herself, offering a mix of short films, animation and music dealing with racism in the UK and how it impacts the lives of young people. It won a Royal Television Society award for Best Children's Programme explaining racism and Black Lives Matter to children.
Charlene also uses her platform to mentor aspiring journalists and work alongside various organisations to achieve better representation of women and minorities in the industry.
As a writer, Charlene is a regular columnist for the iPaper and has written for the New York Post.
No Place Like Home is Charlene's critically acclaimed debut non-fiction book, published in September 2024. Alongside her personal story and understanding of home as a Jamaican Londoner, she interviews eight individuals who give their perspectives on home shaped by myriad events, from difficult family situations to desperate political upheaval and war.
Charlene is available for hosting & facilitating fireside chats and panels and can speak on a wide range of insightful topics.
To book Charlene White for your next event, contact the PepTalk team.
Want to book Charlene White for your next event?
Email charlene.white@getapeptalk.com, and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to Charlene White directly.
What topics does Charlene White specialise in?
Charlene White specialises in talking about journalism, broadcasting, diversity advocacy and more.
What is Charlene White's speaking style like?
Charlene delivers insightful and engaging presentations, blending her journalistic expertise with a passion for representation. Her dynamic style resonates with audiences, making complex topics accessible and relatable. __
Does Charlene White offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Charlene White offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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