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How old is Jonathan Ross and what’s his net worth?

KNOWN for his interviews of some of the most famous celebrities, Jonathan Ross is a much-loved TV personality.

The presenter has been on our screens for over 35 years now, making him a household name.

 Ross has asked the questions of some of the biggest names in entertainment
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Ross has asked the questions of some of the biggest names in entertainment

How old is Jonathan Ross?

Jonathan Ross, OBE, was born November 17, 1960, and grew up in London.

He is a television and radio presenter, film critic, actor, producer and comedian.

The star is best known for presenting the BBC1 chat show Friday Night With Jonathan Ross during the 2000s and now hosts The Jonathan Ross show on ITV.

The host tried his hand at being a judge, appearing on the four-person panel on ITV's The Masked Singer, currently sharing the task with Davina McCall, Mo Gilligan and Rita Ora.

The show has become a huge hit with viewers, making it a Saturday evening regular.

He has a showbiz family, most of whom are well-known to us all:

  • TV presenter Paul Ross
  • Actor Miles Ross
  • TV producer Simon Ross
  • Music industry professional Adam Ross
  • Actress and radio presenter Martha Ross

He was launched into the spotlight when he hosted The Last Resort With Jonathan Ross in 1987.

What TV and radio shows is Jonathan Ross famous for?

As well as Friday Night With Jonathan Ross, the star has headed up a number of successful shows, including his current series, ITV's The Jonathan Ross Show and shows The Masked Singer and The Masked Dancer.

He took over from Barry Norman on the Film programme in 2000.

Jonathan has also featured on many quiz shows, including They Think It's All Over and Don't Ask Me, Ask Britain and the Big Fat Quiz of the Year.

He has appeared on Comic Relief, and hosted the British Comedy Awards.

Jonathan has been in a number of commercials which range from Kellogg's Rice Krispies to The Sun.

He has also had his own show on Radio 2.

Ross has had cameo appearances in Only Fools and Horses, Extras, French and Saunders, Meet the Richardsons and The KSI Show.

What is Jonathan Ross' net worth?

Jonathan Ross has amassed a fortune during his time in the spotlight.

He is estimated to be worth £28million.

The comedian has made his money through his TV and radio shows, as well as advertisement and appearances on various shows.

At one stage he was believed to the BBC's highest paid star after signing a three-year deal with the broadcaster, in the region of £16.9m.

This brought a lot of criticism his way from the general public and he decided to step down from the role after two years.

 

 

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