Wikipedia Bio / Profile Background
Introduction :
- Vicki Young is a British presenter, journalist and political correspondent who works for the BBC network in London.
- Classy and headstrong, Vicki has been an inspiration to many women with her passion for journalism and determination to promote journalistic integrity within the news industry.
- In October 2020, Vicki was announced as the BBC’s new Deputy Political Editor. With over 25 years at the BBC, Vicki began as a reporter at BBC Wales and later moved to Westminster. She became the BBC’s Chief Political Correspondent in 2015, covering key events like Brexit, the 2019 General Election, and the COVID pandemic.
Personal Life : Parents, Family and Education
- Vicki was born and raised in the United Kingdom.
- She graduated from Truro High School for Girls in 1988. During her senior year, she was the school’s Head Girl. She them attended Cambridge University where she prepared for a career in reporting and broadcasting.
- Little is known about her parents or childhood as she chooses to keep her personal life as private as possible.
- She is married to a reporter named Rae Stewart whom she met in Westminster. The couple tied the knot in Cornwall but could not immediately start a family due to his diagnosis of test*cular cancer. Rae eventually had surgery to remove the test*cle and they were able to start a family.
- Rae and Vicki currently live in London with their family.
Career, Job, Salary and Net Worth :
- Vicki’s career at BBC started when she joined their One O’clock News show as one of their political correspondents.
- She was also chosen to be a correspondent for the breakfast show, a position she held from 2008 to 2011.
- In 2014, she was promoted to the role of Chief Political Correspondent. She was given the position because Norman Smith was transitioning to become the station’s Assistant Political Editor. As Chief Political Correspondent, Vicki has covered important events that include the special coverage of general elections.
- During the same year that she was promoted, she also served as a fill-in reporter for the Daily Politics show. A year later, in 2015, she worked as a reporter, covering the UK General Election.
- Vicki continues to be the BBC’s Chief Political Correspondent and has since covered more than 4 General Elections. She also continues to do a bit of work as a reporter and is sometimes seen on the front desk as a fill-in newsreader.
- A few years back, she presented a short BBC documentary on the nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markel titled, Harry & Meghan: A Royal Engagement.
- Outside of TV, Vicki has also worked as a reporter for Radio 5 and Radio 4 Live. She is also frequently seen out and about doing her reporting work on location either outside the BBC studios or at political rallies.
Interesting Facts and Trivia :
- During a General Election report in Mevagissey, Cornwall, Vicki was “divebombed” by a seagull that was flying around the area. Although she was able to maintain her composure and continue reporting, she was left slightly shocked by the incident.
- She was invited by her former high school, Truro High, to give a motivational speech during their annual prize-giving day. Vicki used her moment as a platform to motivate young girls to accomplish their dreams and aspire to attain the impossible in their lives.
- In August 2019, Vicki had the chance to interview PM Boris Johnson in Biarritz, France, while the G7 summit was going on.
Body Figure / Physical Info
Vicki Young Measurements :
- Eye Colour : Blue
- Haircut / Hair Colour : Blonde
- How tall / Vicki Young Height : 5′6″
- Feet / Legs / Boots / Shoe Size : 8
- Pregnant? : Currently, she is not expecting a baby.
- Weight Loss : A few Google queries regarding this, but we couldn’t find anything conclusive on any of her social media.
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Happy Easter
I thought my wife would suit the blouse you were wearing on the Andrew Marr show this morning, would you tell me where I could buy one for her. I know this is somewhat intrusive, but I really think my wife would like a blouse like yours.
Hoping you will not be offended by my request. Thank you and keep safe!
Given she left high school in 1988 the Scottish report on her age 37, would appear more appropriate.
If she left school in 1988 at age 18 she is now 50
She lived on the corner of my road in Northfield, Birmingham, went to our local priMary school
Always good on the Andrew Marr show on Sunday and whenever delivering political news or other assessments. Very calm, measured, confident, and reassuring. No rushed or gibberish reporting or unwanted speculation. She seems very capable and in my view a much-underused asset of the BBC.
A polished performer, intelligent and prepares well, that is noticeable That is was the job demands and gets with Vicki Young
We have to leave as declared 3 years ago! No trying to back out now. Believe in ourselves as we did in the last war Winston stuck it out and so will Alexander Boris Johnson!!
could I ask, please (all you presenters) why, when you’re asking people on the street about BREXIT, you never seem to ask WHY! why do they think either leaving or remaining in the EU is a good thing to do – either for them
personally, or for the UK as a whole…
I’m 81 and I know exactly why I oppose leaving – exactly!
but then I’ve never been asked by anyone in the media!
best wishes, all of you