What is Chris Tarrants net worth? The Sun
THERE are few who would not recognise iconic broadcaster Chris Tarrant, with his face and voice appearing in countless projects.
We take you through the life and career of the former Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? host - plus find out how much he is really worth.
Who is Chris Tarrant and how old is he now?
Chris Tarrant is a 73-year-old broadcaster from Reading, Berkshire.
He studied English at the University of Birmingham up until 1967 before working as a school teacher and a researcher for the Central Office of Information.
Later, Chris joined ATV as a newsreader on ATV Today which kickstarted his broadcasting career.
Since then he has presented countless programmes on TV and radio, and received an OBE for his impressive accomplishments.
What is Chris Tarrant's net worth?
Well it is fair to say that old Tarrant is worth a bob or two.
He has amassed a fortune of around £20 million from his long career as a broadcaster.
Chris would have boosted his bank balance by hosting Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?, but he also used to front the Capital Radio Breakfast Show.
What was Chris Tarrant's role in Tiswas?
Chris shot to fame on kids show Tiswas.
He was a co-host alongside Lenny Henry, Bob Carolgees and of course Spit the dog.
The show broadcast every Saturday morning from 1974 to 1981.
How long did Chris Tarrant host Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?
Chris was the host from the day the show kicked off in 1998.
He left in 2013 and when the show returned for a reboot in 2018, Jeremy Clarkson took over.
Chris said in a statement at the time: “It’s been a huge part of my life for fifteen years and I’ve loved every minute of it, but it is time for me to move on from Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?.
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Is Chris Tarrant married and does he have children?
Chris isn't currently married but he is in a relationship with Jane Bird.
He has four children and has been married twice.
First to Shelia Tarrant from 1971 to 1982.
Then to Ingrid Dupre-Walsh from 1991 to 2007,
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