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Kirsty Jackson Young (born 23 November 1968) is a Scottish television and radio presenter. From 2006 to 2018 she was the main presenter of BBC Radio 4's Desert Island Discs. She presented Crimewatch on BBC One from 2008 to 2015.
Nov 8, 2023 · The radio DJ, 54, quit the popular programme in 2019 after suffering from rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia. She said the pain made her feel like she was going mental and a loser, but it is now under control.
Broadcaster Kirsty Young has spoken about her "awful" experience of chronic pain, which led her to take a four-year break from presenting. Young stepped down as host of Desert Island Discs in...
Sep 20, 2022 · The BBC presenter closed the corporation's coverage of the Queen's funeral with a poignant speech, praising her 70 years of service and the nation's grief. She referenced the Queen's sketch with Paddington Bear and her famous words on devotion and gratitude.
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May 11, 2023 · Kirsty Young, the legendary broadcaster, will explore the life stories of some of the world’s most prominent figures in her new podcast. The podcast is part of a raft of new commissions for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds, including shows hosted by Helena Bonham-Carter, Mary Beard and Martha Kearney.
Jun 3, 2022 · The presenter, who stepped down from Desert Island Discs in 2018 due to Fibromyalgia, is hosting the Queen's Platinum Jubilee events on BBC One. Fans praise her 'stellar performance' and 'total class' on social media.
