Wiki Biography / Profile Background
Introduction :
- Jamie Malcolm is a versatile and charismatic personality who has made a mark in various fields of media, entertainment, and ministry.
- Widely recognized as the ‘infomercial king’, Jamie has been a prominent figure on major television networks for the past two decades.
Personal Life, Parents and Family Details :
- Born in New Zealand in 1971, Jamie moved to Australia in 1992 to pursue his passion for performing arts.
- His mother was a devout Christian who taught him about the Bible and took him to church. His father was a businessman who owned a chain of supermarkets. Jamie has two older brothers and a younger sister.
- Despite facing the loss of his mother at the age of 10, who played a pivotal role in his faith, Jamie reconnected with his spirituality in his mid-twenties.
- Jamie met his wife, Selina, at a church in Sydney. They got married in 1996 and have three children. Selina is a makeup artist, mainly working with weddings and television productions. The family lives in Sydney.
Early Life and Education:
- Growing up in a middle-class family in New Zealand, Jamie attended a private school and was involved in drama, music, and sports.
- Jamie was a bright and outgoing student who loved to entertain people. He also felt a strong connection to God from a young age, but drifted away from church after his mum’s death.
- He studied at the University of Auckland, where he majored in marketing and communications. He also joined a theatre group and performed in various plays and musicals. He developed a passion for acting and decided to move to Australia to pursue his dream.
Career, Salary and Net worth :
- Jamie started his career as a theatre actor and singer in Australia. He appeared in several productions, such as Les Miserables, The Phantom of the Opera, and Jesus Christ Superstar. He also did some voice-over work and commercials.
- In 1998, he landed his first television job as an infomercial host for Global Shop Direct. He quickly became a popular and trusted face on Australian TV, selling various products and services. He also hosted other shows, such as The Great Outdoors, The Price is Right, and The Footy Show.
- In 2002, Jamie joined the Nine Network as a co-host of Mornings with Kerri-Anne, a daily talk show. He worked alongside Kerri-Anne Kennerley for eight years, interviewing celebrities, politicians, and experts on various topics. He also did live crosses, segments, and challenges on the show.
- In 2010, he left Mornings with Kerri-Anne and focused on his other projects
- In addition to his media career, Jamie has served as a preacher and speaker affiliated with C3 Church in Oxford Falls.
- He has also done corporate road shows for major brands like Epson, Adobe, and A C Nielson, as well as various endorsement campaigns.
- Jamie is an accomplished author, having penned two books titled “Your Time is Now: Dream Again. Live Again” and “One Thing That Changes Everything: How to Create the Life You Want By Changing Just One Thing”.
Interesting Facts, Height and Trivia :
- A generous and compassionate person, Jamie supports various charitable causes, such as World Vision, Compassion, and The Salvation Army.
- He has offered valuable insights into fostering positive workplace relationships, with three key principles – Be the most encouraging person, the most generous person with time, and the hardest worker who exceeds expectations.