TOP 10 - BROADCASTER, JOURNALISTS OR HOSTS 2024
Alex Scott
Alex Scott MBE is an English sports presenter, pundit, and former professional footballer. Having captained Arsenal and earned over 100 caps for England, Alex has become one of the most recognised figures in sports broadcasting. She has shattered barriers as the first woman to commentate on men’s international and club matches for both the BBC and Sky. In a male-dominated industry, Scott has not only proven her expertise but also used her platform to speak out against racial discrimination, refusing to let it hinder her success.
Alison Hammond
Alison Hammond is a beloved British television personality and actress, widely recognised as one of the UK’s most popular TV presenters. Best known for her role on ITV’s This Morning, Alison also co-hosts The Great British Bake Off and The Great Stand Up to Cancer Bake Off on Channel 4. Her dynamic presence earned her a nomination for ‘Entertainment Performance’ at the 2024 RTS Programme Awards.
Asad Ahmad
Asad Ahmad embarked on his media career with the BBC’s News Trainee Scheme in 1996, later serving as a Political Reporter and TV Presenter at BBC Birmingham. Today, he is a prominent British journalist and news presenter, leading the BBC London television news. In addition to his journalistic achievements, Ahmad serves as an ambassador for both the Prince of Wales’s Mosaic charity and the British Asian Trust.
Charlene White
Charlene White is a British television broadcaster, journalist, and presenter. In her recent TV documentary Empire’s Child Charlene explored what it means to be Black and British by delving into her Jamaican heritage and its ties to the British Empire. In 2024, she announced the release of her upcoming book, No Place Like Home, set for September 2024.
Edward Enninful OBE
Edward Enninful OBE is a Ghanaian-born British editor and stylist who made history as the editor-in-chief of British Vogue and later as the European editorial director of Condé Nast. From 2017 to 2023, he led British Vogue, becoming the first man and the first Black person to ever hold this prestigious position.
Maya Jama
Maya Jama is a British television presenter and radio DJ who, in 2023, became the first non-white host of ITV’s Love Island. Despite her demanding career, the 29-year-old is deeply committed to causes close to her heart. She passionately advocates for youth and works tirelessly to raise awareness about mental health issues.
Nadia Ali
Nadia Ali is an English television and radio presenter of Bangladeshi heritage, renowned for hosting her own Sunday evening show, The Nadia Ali Show, on BBC Asian Network. This Ramadan, Ali embraced a new personal milestone by choosing to wear a hijab, marking a significant moment in her journey and on the network.
Zeze Millz
Zeze Millz is a prominent British television personality. She first gained recognition as a hard-hitting interviewer and podcaster, making a name for herself with her bold and insightful interviews. Zeze catapulted to mainstream fame with her appearance on Celebrity Big Brother in 2024. On her show, she has interviewed some of the most prolific and influential artists in the Black British music industry, solidifying her place as a key voice in the cultural landscape.