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Speaker & Strictly Come Dancing host

Tess Daly

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Transform audience engagement with Tess Daly, speaker and media personality. Tess works with organisations to enhance communication skills, build personal branding, and navigate industry change, delivering insights from her two-decade career hosting Strictly Come Dancing and major BBC productions.

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Tess Daly

London, United Kingdom

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Hosted Strictly Come Dancing for over 20 years
Successful international model
Philanthropist and charity supporter

You know Tess Daly as the charismatic face of Strictly Come Dancing, a show she co-hosted for over 20 years, guiding millions of viewers through spectacular performances alongside Sir Bruce Forsyth and later, Claudia Winkleman. But her influence extends far beyond the dancefloor. Discovered at just 18, Tess built a global modelling career across Paris, New York, and Asia before stepping into television in the late 1990s. From The Big Breakfast to SMTV, she quickly became a familiar presence on British screens, later fronting The One Show, This Time Tomorrow, and Children in Need. Her warmth, professionalism, and ability to engage audiences have made her a household name. In business and leadership, Tess offers insights into resilience, reinvention, and the power of connection; key skills for thriving in fast-changing industries. Whether discussing staying relevant in a competitive field, building a personal brand, or handling high-pressure environments, she brings real-world experience and a relatable perspective. With her deep understanding of media, public engagement, and adaptability, Tess delivers actionable takeaways for teams looking to enhance their presence, communicate confidently, and embrace new opportunities. Book Tess Daly for your next event and give your audience an inspiring, insightful, and engaging experience.

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Book Tess Daly to inspire your team with her engaging storytelling, charisma, and insights from her diverse career. Her experience in television and philanthropy will motivate and energise your audience, fostering creativity and collaboration.

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Email tess.daly@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), 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. As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Tess Daly for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Tess Daly's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Tess Daly directly.

What is Tess Daly's speaking style like?

Tess delivers with warmth and professionalism, engaging audiences through relatable insights on resilience, reinvention, and connection. Her approachable style inspires confidence and adaptability in fast-changing business environments.

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