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Trevor McDonald

Transform news coverage with Sir Trevor McDonald OBE, speaker and distinguished broadcast journalist. Trevor works with media organisations to deliver impactful storytelling and authoritative reporting, recognised globally for his groundbreaking interviews with world leaders and award-winning documentaries.

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Trevor McDonald

Trevor McDonald

London, United Kingdom

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£11k–25k

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Trevor McDonald's biography

At a glance

  • Renowned British newsreader and presenter
  • First black reporter at ITN
  • Conducted historic interviews with global figures like Nelson Mandela, Saddam Hussein
Sir Trevor McDonald OBE is a distinguished Trinidadian-British journalist and newsreader, celebrated for his impactful career in television news. Known primarily for presenting ITN’s News at Ten and Tonight with Trevor McDonald, he has also produced powerful documentaries on topics such as Death Row and notable UK crime cases. Born in Trinidad in 1939, Trevor began his media journey as a radio reporter before moving to London in the early 1960s. He joined the BBC Overseas Regional Service as a producer in 1969 and later moved to ITN in 1973, where he covered pivotal events including the Northern Ireland troubles and Britain’s negotiations to join the Common Market. Rising to prominence, he became ITN’s Diplomatic Correspondent and anchored Channel Four News, reporting from key global locations such as Egypt, Israel, and the Soviet Union. In 1992, Trevor became the solo anchor for News at Ten, where he delivered groundbreaking interviews with figures like Nelson Mandela, Saddam Hussein, and Bill Clinton. His work in journalism has garnered numerous awards, including the Richard Dimbleby Award and a BAFTA for his coverage of the 1985 Philippine elections. From 1999 to 2007, he hosted ITV’s Tonight, conducting in-depth interviews with world leaders like George W. Bush and Tony Blair. Trevor’s compelling documentary work includes Inside Death Row and Trevor McDonald’s Indian Train Adventure. Knighted in 1999, Trevor has also championed charitable causes, supporting organisations like the Prince’s Trust and promoting literacy and language education. His 2019 autobiography, An Improbable Life, offers a reflective look at his remarkable career. Trevor remains one of Britain’s most trusted voices in news, celebrated for his contributions to journalism and broadcasting.

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Why we recommend booking Sir Trevor

Book Sir Trevor McDonald for your event to inspire and engage your audience with his captivating storytelling and unparalleled insights. His rich experiences and unique perspective on pivotal historical moments will leave a lasting impact, making your event memorable and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the chance to hear from a true media legend.

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Testimonials

Sir Trevor McDonald is the loveliest man in the world everyone at the event just fell in love with him he is amazing and such a superb man. Inspiration for all. He spoke beautifully, was so kind and engaging with everyone and played a key role in helping make the event such a big success.

Lawrie Cornish

What an honour it was to host Sir Trevor; he was incredible, and I can't believe the number of people who turned up tonight.

Deborah

Sir Trevor was an excellent speaker, he has experienced so much and met so many people from his 30+ years as working as a journalist. He told some very funny stories about when he interviewed George Bush and also when he interviewed Sadam Hussein in Baghdad during the first Gulf War.

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Featured Projects

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What is Trevor McDonald's speaking style like?
Sir Trevor delivers with calm authority and clarity, engaging audiences through insightful storytelling and thoughtful analysis. His style is trusted, professional, and impactful, making complex topics accessible and compelling.
What topics does Trevor McDonald specialise in?
Trevor McDonald specialises in discussing journalism, television news, documentaries and more.
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