Table of Biography
Jordan North is a British radio DJ and television presenter. Jordan North is widely recognized for hosting shows on BBC Radio 1. He is also the runner-up of the “twentieth series of I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!” in 2020.
Early Life
Jordan North opened his eyes to the world on the 14th of February 1990, in York, North Yorkshire, England. According to the astrological chart, he has a birth sign of Aquarius and is currently 33 years old as of 2024. He holds British nationality and belongs to Anglo-Saxon ethnicity. In addition, he practices Christianity religion.
He was raised in Burnley, Lancashire, and grew up in a military family, with his dad and brother both serving in the Armed Forces. His parents’ names are Graham North (father) and Wendy North (mother).
Additionally, his father served in the Queen’s Lancashire Regiment in the army. He has two brothers whose names are Ryan North and Brad North. His elder brother Ryan serves in 2 PARA.
Caption: Jordan North with his parents (Source: Yorkshire Live)
Jordan North – Education
Talking about his academic qualification, he studied at St. James’ Lanehead Primary School and was later transferred to Penwortham Priory Academy. Later, he enrolled at Preston’s College. He earned a Bachelor in Arts- Media Production from the University of Sunderland.
Professional Career
During his time at the university year, Jordan North used to work at Spark FM. Moreover, during his final year of university, he entered a Bauer Radio talent competition and won a Sunday show on The Hits Radio. He has also worked at Blackpool Pleasure Beach’s in-house radio station and community station Preston FM.
In addition, he worked as a researcher and producer at BBC Radio 5 Live after leaving Spark and graduating from university. He began presenting shows on Capital Manchester after recording a “pilot” show for Capital North East. He then spent 18 months working part-time at Rock FM before leaving the BBC in May 2014 to become the Lancashire station’s drive-time presenter.
Caption: Jordan North worked as BBC Radio 1 host (Source: The Mirror)
After appearing as a freelance cover presenter in several BBC Radio 1 shows since 2014, he was one of several new voices chosen to stand in for Matt Edmondson in September 2017, and he was announced as the new host of the station’s Greatest Hits show on Sunday mornings in early 2018.
In September 2020, he was announced as the new regular 11 am-1 pm weekend host on BBC Radio 1. He was also the main cover presenter for Scott Mills and Nick Grimshaw, occasionally known as Radio 1’s “supply teacher.”
Recent Career
Since March 2018, North has co-presented the comedy agony-aunt podcast Help I Sexted My Boss with friend and etiquette expert William Hanson. The show aims to offer advice to listeners who have encountered modern-day problems. The podcast is currently in its ninth series.
He appeared as a guest mentor on the children’s singing competition Got What It Takes? on February 5, 2020, during the program’s annual Radio 1 interview challenge. Moreover, he was announced as a contestant on the twentieth season of I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! in November 2020.
On December 4, 2020, he finished second, and Giovanna Fletcher was crowned Queen of the Castle. Meanwhile, he has co-hosted the BBC Radio 1 drivetime show with Vick Hope since September 6, 2021, succeeding Nick Grimshaw. Northco hosted the Christmas and New Year editions of Top of the Pops with Clara Amfo in 2021, replacing Fearne Cotton.
He appeared on Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway in February 2022, surprising someone who lives with a “Gift on the Shift” in which they won a “Takeaway Getaway” during the “Happiest Minute Of The Week” segment.
Net Worth 2024
North has earned a decent sum of money as a radio DJ and television presenter. As of 2023, his net worth is estimated at around $2 million-$3 million, and the highest-earning radio presenters of BBC Radio 1 are between £350,000 to $400,000 annually.
Relationship Status
Regarding his personal life, Jordan North is not in a relationship with anyone currently and is single. He has also not been seen dating anyone in the past. Furthermore, he has not disclosed any information about his girlfriend. He has not engaged in any activities that have harmed his name appearing in the headlines of any rumors or controversies in the media.
Body Measurement
Caption: Jordan North receiving Honorary Fellowship from the University of Sunderland (Source: Instagram)
North stands 5 feet 11 inches tall (1.83 m) and weighs around 80 kg (165 lbs). Moreover, he has a pair of brown eyes with dark brown hair color and his body measurement measures 38-30-14 inches.
Social Media
On his Instagram page ‘@jordannorth1’ there are over 780k followers. Likewise, there are over 180.7k followers on his Twitter page ‘@jordannorth1’ and over 12k followers on his Facebook.