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Tess Daly

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, Speaker | TV Host, Model, Influencer
Tess Daly

Tess Daly

London, United Kingdom

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Tess Daly's biography

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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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How do I book Tess Daly for my next event?
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 Tess's 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.
What is Tess Daly's speaking style like?
Tess Daly draws on over two decades of live television hosting and a career spanning modelling, presenting, and philanthropy to frame talks around resilience, personal reinvention, and building a public-facing brand under pressure.
What topics does Tess Daly specialise in?
Tess Daly speaks on resilience, personal branding, communication, and adapting to high-pressure environments. She co-hosted Strictly Come Dancing for over 20 years, working alongside Sir Bruce Forsyth and later Claudia Winkleman.
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