Table of Biography
James Naughtie is a well-known British BBC radio and news broadcaster. James Naughtie was one of the main presenters of Radio 4’s “Today program.”
Early Life
James Naughtie was born on the 9th of August 1951, in Milltown of Rothiemay, Banffshire, Scotland. According to the astrological chart, he has a birth sign of Leo and he is currently 72 years old. He holds a British nationality and belongs to the White-British ethnicity. His full name is Alexander James Naughtie.
The names of his parents are Alexander Naughtie (father) and Isabella Naughtie (mother). Aside from this little is known regarding his parent’s profession and he has not shared anything regarding his sibling.
James Naughtie – Education
In terms of his academics, Naughtie attended Keith Grammar School, the University of Aberdeen, and then Syracuse University in New York.
Professional Career
James Naughtie started his journalism career in 1975 at the Aberdeen Press & Journal, moving to the London offices of The Scotsman in 1977. The following year, he joined the paper’s Westminster staff as Chief Political Correspondent. He joined The Washington Post’s national staff as the Laurence Stern fellow in 1981. Moreover, he joined The Guardian in 1984 and rose to the position of Chief Political Correspondent in 1985.
However, he moved to radio presenting in 1986, hosting The Week In Westminster before moving to The World At One in 1988. Moreover, He has hosted the televised Proms since 1992, and he has also hosted opera programs such as Radio 3’s Opera News. He also hosts Radio 4’s Book Club.
Caption: James Naughtie working as a radio host (Source: The Mirror)
However, he is best known as one of the main presenters of Radio 4’s Today program since 1994. As the main presenter of the Today program, he played a crucial role in shaping the content and direction of the program. This program is a flagship morning news and current affairs program in the United Kingdom known for its in-depth interviews, analysis of current events, and coverage of political and social issues.
Announced retirement
Naughtie’s background in political journalism and his interviewing skills made him a prominent figure in the world of British broadcasting. During his time as a Today program presenter, Naughtie conducted interviews with a wide range of prominent figures, including politicians, world leaders, authors, and experts.
His contributions to the program helped maintain its reputation for rigorous journalism and informed analysis. Meanwhile, he has a rotating team of presenters, and over the years, Naughtie worked alongside other notable broadcasters who shared hosting duties.
In July 2015, he announced on the BBC that he would retire from regular presenting duties on the program in early 2016 and would instead be its ‘Special Correspondent’ with responsibility for charting the course of the constitutional changes at the heart of the UK political debate’, as well as the BBC News Books Editor, contributing a book review to the Saturday morning editions of Today.
Apart from hosting and as a presenter, he has written three books, “Playing the Palace: A Westminster Collection,” “The Rivals: The Intimate Story of a Political Marriage,” and “The Accidental American: Tony Blair and the Presidency.”
Net Worth 2024
Through his radio and news presenter for the BBC, he has lived a comfortable and lavishing lifestyle at the moment. However, his exact net worth, income, and other assets are under review.
However, according to Wikipedia, he earned £150,000 – £199,999 as a BBC contributor in 2016-217. As well as his BBC earnings were around the £170,000 – £174,999 band in 2018-2019.
Awards
During his journalism career, he has been recognized with several awards and honors. He was named as a Journalist of the Year at the 1984 Scottish Press Awards. In 1991, he was named Sony Radio Awards Radio Personality of the Year, and in 2001, he received the Voice of the Listener & Viewer Award.
He is a member of the Marshall Aid Commemoration Commission and a member of the British-American Project’s advisory board in the United Kingdom, which exists to promote the British-American relationship.
Furthermore, he received an honorary doctorate from the University of Stirling in 2001 and was installed as its chancellor on October 9, 2008, succeeding Dame Diana Rigg when her ten-year term expired. In addition, he presided over the inaugural Hippocrates Prize for Poetry and Medicine in 2010. In March 2017, Naughtie was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh.
Relationship Status
Caption: James Naughtie with his family (Source: Shutterstock)
In terms of his personal life, James Naughtie married Eleanor Updale. His wife is an author of the Montmorency series of books and a former producer of The World at One. With the marriage, the couple has three kids and lives in London and Edinburgh. During his professional career, he has never been a part of controversy or scandal. Similarly, he has maintained a low profile and avoided such things that affect his career.
James Naughtie – Body Measurements
Caption: James Naughtie posing for a photo (Source: Daily Record)
Looking at his appearance, he has a pair of brown eyes with black hair color. However, the exact information related to his height, weight, and other body measurements is unknown.
Social Media
On his Twitter page ‘@naughtiej’ there are over 33.1k followers. Other than this, he is not present on Facebook and Instagram.