ALISON Hammond has become a household name even since her Big Brother stint.
She has gone on to carve out a career for herself and she is now one of the main presenters on This Morning.
Who is Alison Hammond?
Alison Hammond was born on February 5, 1975, in Birmingham to Jamaican parents.
She is best known for her bubbly personality, rising to fame with her charm and ease in front of the camera.
The future TV star started out working as a holiday rep and entertainer in Tunisia, and had previously been a child actress.
Alison is now best known for hosting This Morning on a Friday along with Dermot O’Leary.
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What is Alison’s net worth?
Alison won the hearts of the nation with her informal, down-to-earth interview style on This Morning, and bubbly personality, which has led to a huge range of TV offers and presenting opportunities.
She has made a significant amount from her appearances on numerous reality shows and This Morning as well as lending her face to brands such as Crown Bingo and DFS Furnishings.
As of 2023, the TV star is estimated to be worth anywhere in between £1 to £4million.
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Is Alison married?
Alison is not married, but was previously wed to cab driver Noureddine Boufaied.
The couple have one son, Aiden, together but got divorced in 2014.
She then got engaged to security guard Jamie Savage after meeting him online.
However, she announced their separation in 2017, saying: “We split up. It’s the worst news ever. I don’t think I want anyone else now.”
Alison was briefly involved with audio technician Ben Kusi, who she met on Celebs Go Dating in 2020.
In June 2022, Alison told This Morning viewers she had a “secret boyfriend” but didn’t reveal who he was.
However, she did reveal that they had been in a relationship for two years.
Then in February 2023, it was revealed that her mystery man is reportedly landscape gardener Ben Hawkins.
How did Alison become famous?
Alison rocketed into the public eye after appearing on the third series of Big Brother in 2002.
The show became a launchpad for her career as she began working as a presenter on This Morning the same year.
She’s famous for gushing over her celebrity interviewees.
When did she join This Morning?
Alison joined the ITV show This Morning in 2003.
She began as their showbiz reporter, interviewing numerous celebrities.
The roving entertainment reporter is best known for causing chaos with her bonkers ad-libbing and lack of rule playing.
Her celebrity interviews and show’s appearances have even gone viral with various pranks and hysterical moments.
In 2020 it was announced she would take over from Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford presenting the Friday morning slot with Dermot O’Leary.
What other shows has she been on?
Alison entered the I’m A Celebrity jungle in 2010, and became the fourth contestant to leave the show.
She also appeared on Strictly Come Dancing in 2014, and was partnered with Aljaz Skorjanec.
Not shy of performing, she has also taken to the stage for pantos including Snow White, Jack And The Beanstalk, Beauty And The Beast, and Aladdin.
Alison also took part in Sugar Free Farm, which saw seven celebs ditch the sweet stuff and take to the fields to farm their own healthy food – and the entire process reduced Alison to tears.
The TV star also made her Hollywood debut in 2018, in the animated film, Hotel Transylvania 3.
She has appeared on the reality show Celebs Go Dating as well as the celebrity edition of The Great British Bake Off in 2020.
In 2021, she starred as a judge on the BBC competition I Can See Your Voice, and was also a guest on Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway.
As the queen of reality TV, you may also have seen her on Celebrity Stars In Their Eyes, Celebrity Ready Steady Cook, Celebrity Coach Trip, and Celebrity MasterChef.
She was also the referee on The Time It Takes as well as panel show Celebrity Juice and Celebrity Haunted Hotel Live.
In October 2022, Alison took part in ITV’s DNA Journey, alongside her pal Kate Garraway.
In January 2023, it was revealed that Alison will present a new dance format show called Clear The Dancefloor, where amateur dancers compete against each other on BBC.
In 2023, she host live behind-the-scenes coverage of the Bafta Awards.
When does Alison Hammond start as the host of Great British Bake Off?
Alison has confirmed she will be the new co-host on The Great British Bake Off.
She is joining forces with comedian Noel Fielding in the next series of the Channel 4 show.
Alison is replacing Matt Lucas who said he was stepping down from the role in December due to it clashing with other projects.