After studying at Cambridge University, Clare started working for the BBC as a trainee back in 1994. Clare Balding and Alice Arnold celebrated their marriage by holding a "low-key" wedding reception at a branch of Wagamama. While at university she was President of the Cambridge Union Society in Easter 1992 and graduated in 1993 with a 2:1 honours degree.[7][8]. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Clare Balding, the television presenter, is to be made a CBE as part of the Queen's Birthday Honours list, The Telegraph understands. It was the same pony the Duke of York and the Earl of Wessex learnt to ride on. [34], She won an achievement award from the UK chapter of the Women in Film and Television in 2012 for her coverage of the Olympics and Paralympics. Meanwhile, Clare and her partner are among the stars joining the cast of Celebrity Gogglebox for the upcoming third series. The couple met in 1999 through their mutual employer, the BBC, which Clare obviously still works for today. Balding has reported from seven Olympic Games, for BBC Radio in Atlanta and for BBC Television in Sydney, Athens, Beijing, London, Rio de Janeiro and Tokyo. Luckily, I never really wanted the whole big wedding, with my father walking me down the aisle, and then, 'Oh God, what is he going to say?' . With Clare Balding, Andrew Balding, Ian Balding, Emily Wilding Davison. Clare Balding has confirmed she and Alice Arnold, . Clare, 50, has been a familiar face for many years fronting coverage of major sports events including six Olympic Games, Channel 4's Paralympics, Wimbledon and the . She serves as one of the presenters on BBC Sports Personality of the Year. The Tokyo Olympics has been an unusual one with no crowds - a first in the competition's long history - but we've had solid coverage from the likes of Alex Scott, Dan Walker and, of course, Clare Balding. Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Countdown: Clare Balding pays tribute to Emma Raducanu Clare Balding opened up about her relationship with her wife Alice Arnold, whom she married in 2015, nine years after they entered a civil partnership. "@alicearnold1 and I are broken-hearted but grateful to him for the joy he gave us, the places he took us and the friends he brought us. The first pony Clare ever rode as a small child was a Shetland called Valkyrie - a present from the Queen. Clare Balding's crowded hours. BBC presenter Clare Balding will be gracing our screens again with coverage of the Tokyo Olympic Games which have finally opened today despite ongoing the controversy over Covid. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. 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Clare and Alice met back in 1999 when both were at BBC and the women were friends before becoming romantically involved, Speaking on The Jonathan Ross Show about her wedding, Clare admitted it was a low-key affair: "We didn't have a big party at all actually. But Alice shot down any speculation by revealing that her wife was advised not to take her ring to Brazil. Clare Balding's Secrets of a Suffragette: Directed by Harvey Lilley. She was born into a sporting family - her maternal grandmother Priscilla was a racehorse owner and trainer who worked alongside her husband Peter Hastings and effectively took . She was then a BBC Radio 4 continuity announcer and newsreader. Colin Murray and his composer wife Carly Paradis went on a make-or-break holiday weeks before ending their 11-year marriage. Clair has Sandy's best interests. Clare Balding has close family links to horse racing: her father, Ian Balding, trained Mill Reef, 1971 . The OBE-awarded broadcaster also worked on Good Morning Sunday, which airs on BBC Radio 2. Clare sparked concern on Twitter after she was spotted without her wedding ring while presenting coverage from the Rio de Janiero Olympics in Brazil in 2016. Browse 1,423 clare balding stock photos and images available, or start a new search to explore more stock photos and images. Her uncle Toby Balding trained winners in the Grand National, Cheltenham Gold Cup and Champion Hurdle. Clare is active on social media such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts. Clare Balding house: The Olympics presenter lives in a chic home in Chiswick, London with her partner Alice Arnold and their pets. 02 Mar 2023. Back in 2009, the presenter revealed she first noticed a lump on her throat while watching herself on TV. with a big wedding in a church. Clare Balding causes hysterics after asking Olympic swimmer about his 'third leg'. Balding has presented coverage of Crufts for the BBC from 2004 2009 and for Channel 4 since 2013. I think it's great.". [25] Since 2015, she has fronted Today at Wimbledon for the BBC. SunLife's new Cost of Dying report has revealed this year's most unique funeral requests, which include the deceased asking to be dressed as Santa, ice cream vans at . Alice Arnold may refer to. programme first broadcast in July 2017. "I mucked my curtsey up," she added. The latter win led to a very emotional post-race interview with her brother. She continued to The Sunday Post: "But Im really happy to go and spend time with them. The much-loved TV presenter, 50, is married to fellow broadcaster and journalist Alice . When will Tom Daley next compete and how many Olympic medals does he have? There she worked on 5 Live, Radio 1, Radio 2 and Radio 4. Clare Balding isn't the only celebrity in her family - as many listeners will recognise her wife's voice. Who is Clare Balding's wife? "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. She has a hazel blue eye color with blonde hair color. Wedding Website. RIP Archie 2005-2020.". [58] Plus she is Vice-Patron for Injured Jockeys Fund[59] and Helen Rollason Cancer Charity. Clare is a sports broadcaster, journalist and author and the face of the BBC's Olympic coverage, as well as Crufts. And we play golf together. 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Clare Balding and Alice Arnold celebrated their marriage by holding a "low-key" wedding reception at a branch of Wagamama. Clare presented the coverage for the Rio Olympics - where she worried fans after appearing without her wedding ring. The broadcaster caused a stir when she presented for the BBC at the last Olympic Games, The 12 - our free newsletter with all the news you need. Clare Victoria Balding CBE (born 29 January 1971) is an English broadcaster, journalist and author.She currently presents for BBC Sport, Channel 4 and BT Sport and formerly presented the religious programme Good Morning Sunday on BBC Radio 2.Balding was appointed as the 30th president of the Rugby Football League, serving a two-year term until December 2022. Alice Arnold and Clare Balding attend the Comic Relief special screening of "Bros" at The Ham Yard Hotel on October 20, 2022 in London, England. Alice was a newsreader and continuity announcer on BBC Radio 4 for more than 20 year years. Though Clare and Alice do not have any kids, Clare is a successful children's author and "enjoys spending time with them through her work." There was a bitof confusion when Clare was spotted without her wedding ringwhile presenting the Rio de Janeiro Olympics in Brazil, but all of those panicked Twitter messages were soon cleared up. In the year 1993, Clare finished her graduate degree and turned into a learner with BBC National Radio in 1994. ", In the same interview with Jonathan, Clare spoke about same-sex marriage: "It's about equality. Balding formalised her relationship with Alice Arnold, then a BBC Radio 4 continuity announcer and newsreader, in September 2006 by entering into a civil partnership. 1971. Broadcaster. Clare was 18 months old. Clare's other noteworthy sport presenting roles include reporting from six Olympic Games, Channel 4 Racing, Wimbledon, the Boat Race, the Grand National and BBC Sports Personality of the Year. Clare married fellow broadcaster and journalist Alice Arnold in 2015. She stated that during her tenure she wanted to see the women's game become a professional sport.[61]. ", When asked if they would host a big bash at a later date, Clare added: "I'm quite keen on the whole idea of a party obviously, I don't know the etiquette though, are you allowed to ask for presents again? While at the University, Clare was the leader of the Union Society in Easter 1992. The future seems bright for Alex and with her experienced counterpart Clare Balding paving the way for women in sport, there's never been a better time for women to get involved at all levels of the game. Express. Clare explained that she often visits schools and speaks to children as she addressed motherhood. Joseph Christoffel Hoagland (18891967), 22. 50 Copy quote. Only Connect - Season 0 Episode 19. Is all ok?". Her ethnicity is English. Clare, who came out as a lesbian in 2003 has previously revealed she hid her sexuality for almost 10 years because she was worried she may be 'discriminated against' and it would potentially damage her career. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. In June 1995, she made her debut as a television presenter, introducing highlights of Royal Ascot. Clare Balding at the FA Women's Super League match in March (John Walton/PA) Stay ahead of the trend in fashion and beyond with our free weekly Lifestyle Edit newsletter We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Clare married fellow broadcaster and journalist Alice Arnold in 2015. "I've been wheezing slightly but other than that I feel fine. She is also patron to a number of other charities including Riding for the Disabled, British Paralympic Association, Diversity Role Models,[56] The Mintridge Foundation[57] and the Jane Tomlinson Appeal. The Tokyo Olympics has been an unusual one with no crowds - a first in the competition's long history - but we've had solid coverage from the likes of Alex Scott, Dan Walker and, of course, Clare Balding. The list revealed the stark gender pay gap at the BBC, with the best-paid man, Chris Evans, on four times more than the top woman, Claudia Winkleman. Balding was a lead presenter on Channel 4's Paralympics TV coverage. Trained actress Alice, 58, was a newsreader and continuity announcer on BBC Radio 4 for more than 20 years before stepping down in December 2012. The 51-year-old is . Clare began her career in media with the BBC as a trainee journalist in 1994. Clare Balding currently presents for BBC Sport, Channel 4 and BT Sport. She later made her television debut in June 1995 - when she introduced highlights of Royal Ascot. In 2006, Clare and Alice entered into a civil partnership together but in 2015 when gay marriage was legalised, the couple had an official wedding ceremony. In 2018 Clare hosted live coverage of the Royal Wedding on BBC One and fronted the BBC's European Championships. been a presenter on BBC's Countryfile and reported from major Royal events including Trooping the Colour and the Royal Wedding . During their spare time, Clare and Alice are keen amateur golfers and have played around the world. Although, she was revealed for six Olympic Games, for BBC Radio in Atlanta, and for BBC Television in Sydney, Athens, Beijing, London, and Rio de Janeiro. The following year she began presenting live, and in December 1997 she became the BBC's lead horse racing presenter after the retirement of Julian Wilson, and has fronted coverage of the Grand National, infamously humiliating Liam Treadwell, Grand National winner 2009. I talked absolute gibberish, absolute gibberish - I was just hopeless. 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After fronting the BBC coverage of the sport for several years, Balding was appointed as the 30th President of the Rugby Football League in July 2020 succeeding former footballer Tony Adams. Clare, 50, has been a familiar face for many years fronting coverage of major sports events including six Olympic Games, Channel 4's Paralympics, Wimbledon and the Sports Personality Of The Year Awards. There she worked on 5 Live, Radio 1, Radio 2 and Radio 4. Clare Balding gets Channel 4 Racing's new era off . With Clare Balding fronting the show again, dogs and their owners are lining up to claim their rosettes - here's all you need to know about the schedule . "Nobody came apart from us. She was the face of the BBC's rugby league coverage, having presented Grandstand from a Rugby League Challenge Cup semi-final, and having been so impressed by the vibrancy and physical challenge of the sport she asked to cover further rugby league events. Clare Victoria Balding OBE (born 29 January 1971) is a broadcaster, journalist and author. [19] In August 2012 it was reported that Balding would be presenting Channel 4's racing coverage, while still retaining an option to work for the BBC on non-racing programmes such as rugby league.[20]. Clare and Alice had a civil partnership ceremony in 2006, but vowed to return and get married again when gay marriage became legal in the United Kingdom. Clare Balding opened up about her relationship with her wife Alice Arnold, whom she married in 2015, nine years after they entered a civil partnership. Cold Cases, Missing and Unsolved Crimes. Showing Editorial results for clare balding. We miss him so much. Clare Balding married her lesbian partner Alice Arnold in 2015. Alice Arnold Crawford (1850-1874), American poet. [3], Clare Balding was privately educated at the independent Downe House School in Berkshire, where she was head girl[4] and a contemporary of comedian Miranda Hart (Hart and Balding are in fact tenth-cousins, sharing a nine-times-great-grandfather in Sir William Leveson-Gower, 4th Baronet). Available as Framed Prints, Photos, Wall Art and Photo Gifts #MediaStorehouse The BBC broadcaster recently addressed if the couple had plans to expand their family. From 1988 until 1993, she was a leading amateur flat jockey and even won an award for her memoir covering her time growing up in a racing yard. Dismissing any speculation, she replied to one tweet: "Was advised not to take it with her..dont worry..its safely with me", To clear up any further confusion, she added: "Im amazed how many have noticed @clarebalding is not wearing her wedding ring..dont worry..its safely at home with me.., When a fan was outraged at the thought of it being unsafe in Rio de Janeiro, the ex Radio 4 newsreader replied: Im sure it would be fine..but wise not to wear irreplaceable jewellery. After 14 years together, Clare Balding and her partner Alice Arnold have tied the knot. Her second book Walking Home distributed in September 2014. [41] In April 2015, she and Arnold married in a private ceremony. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes.
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