| Gethin Jones Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 6 ft 1 in |
| Weight | 80 kg |
| Date of Birth | February 12, 1978 |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Gethin Jones is a Welsh TV presenter who is known for his work in Blue Peter (2005–2008), Remembrance Week (2010–Present), 71 Degrees North (2010), Daybreak (2011–2014), and Holding Out for a Hero (2011).
Born Name
Gethin Clifford Jones
Nick Name
Gethin
Sun Sign
Aquarius
Born Place
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Nationality
Education
Gethin completed his primary school at Ysgol Gynradd Coed-y-Gof and went on to complete his secondary education at Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Glantaf. He completed his A-Levels with a focus in Biology, Geography, and Economics.
From there, he went on to complete his undergraduate degree in Economics and Geography at Manchester Metropolitan University.
Occupation
Television Presenter
Family
- Father – Goronwy Jones (Headteacher of Baden Powell Primary School)
- Mother – Sylvia (née Groskop) (Violin Teacher)
- Siblings – Mererid (Older Sister)
Build
Slim
Height
6 ft 1 in or 185.5 cm
Weight
80 kg or 176.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Gethin has dated –
- Katherine Jenkins (2007-2011) – According to reports, Gethin met mezzo-soprano Katherine Jenkins after she sang “Time to Say Goodbye” with Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli on an episode of Strictly Come Dancing, broadcast on October 21, 2007. Later, they announced their engagement in February 2011 but on December 30, 2011, the couple stated that they were parting ways.
- Kelly Brook (2013) – Gethin briefly had a fling with actress Kelly Brook in November 2013.
- Amanda Byrams (2014) – Although the relationship has never been confirmed but Amanda and Gethin have been spotted together on more than one occasion. They were seen holding hands and sharing each other’s pictures on social media.
- Lucy Mecklenburgh (2014) – English actress Lucy Mecklenburgh and Gethin dated for a brief period in 2014.
Race / Ethnicity
White
Gethin has Polish-Jewish ancestry on his mother’s side.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
He sports a salt-and-pepper beard and brushed-up hairstyle.
Gethin Jones Facts
- While his mother wanted him to become a musician, Gethin instead enjoyed playing rugby union.
- At the age of 21, Jones was offered a chance to try for Sale RFC but was not good enough and dropped his idea of playing the sport professionally and moved back to Wales.
- Prior to starting his career as a television presenter, he worked as a bank clerk, a telephone hotline officer, and a research assistant.
- Jones is a grade 8 violinist and grade 6 pianist.
- He was voted Bachelor of the Year by the readers of Company magazine in 2003.
- Gethin was an active rugby union player while at Manchester Metropolitan University.
- He started his television career on the Welsh language channel S4C as a presenter of children’s programs such as Popty, Mas Draw, and the flagship children’s entertainment show Uned 5 (Unit 5, 2002–2005).
- Gethin is a fan of Everton FC and also takes an interest in football, tennis, and golf.
- On June 17, 2009, Gethin underwent a laser procedure to correct his short-sightedness.
Featured Image By Gethin Jones / Instagram
