Lisa Snowdon: Model, Presenter, and Wellness Advocate
London, 16 January 2026 – Lisa Snowdon, born on 23 January 1972 in Welwyn Garden City, is an English television and radio presenter, fashion model, and author known for her versatile career spanning modelling, broadcasting, and advocacy for women’s health.
Early Life and Modelling Career
Snowdon grew up in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, to parents Nigel, an insurance salesman, and Lydia, a hairdresser. She attended the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts, where she trained alongside Naomi Campbell. At age 19, while dancing at a rave in London’s MFI club, she was spotted by a Premier Model Management agent and signed up. She became one of Britain’s top fashion models, gracing covers of Vogue, Marie Claire, and Elle, and serving as the face for brands like Gucci, Dove, Mercedes-Benz, and Kellogg’s Special K. Her modelling led to appearances in magazines such as Maxim, Arena, Loaded, and GQ, and she featured in FHM’s 100 Sexiest Women list ten times between 1996 and 2007.
Television and Radio Career
Snowdon transitioned to presenting in 2003 on BBC3’s Fightbox, followed by MTV UK’s MTV Select. From 2006 to 2009, she hosted Britain’s Next Top Model on Living TV, later replaced by Elle Macpherson. She co-presented Through the Keyhole with Sir David Frost in 2007 and Weekend Kitchen with Waitrose on Channel 4 in 2014. In 2016, she guest-presented five episodes of Lorraine on ITV. Snowdon co-hosted Capital Breakfast on Capital London from 2008 to 2015, earning the nickname ‘Eggy’ from colleague Dave Berry. She won Celebrity MasterChef in 2022 and appeared as a contestant on I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! in 2016, finishing second last. She also starred in Channel 4’s short film Man’s Best Friend and had a cameo in Plus One.
Strictly Come Dancing and Other Achievements
In 2008, Snowdon participated in the sixth series of Strictly Come Dancing with partner Brendan Cole, finishing third. She also appeared in the 2015 Christmas special. Her other TV credits include Celebrity Apprentice for Sport Relief in 2008 and Loose Women as a guest panellist in 2009. Snowdon launched her makeover series Your Style in His Hands on TLC in 2013, which aired internationally.
Key Facts
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Birth Date and Place | 23 January 1972, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire |
| Modelling Highlights | Covers for Vogue, Elle, Marie Claire; Face of Gucci, Dove, Triumph |
| TV/Radio Roles | Host of Britain’s Next Top Model; Co-host Capital Breakfast; Winner Celebrity MasterChef 2022 |
| Strictly Come Dancing | Series 6 (2008): 3rd place with Brendan Cole |
| Book | Just Getting Started: Lessons in Life, Love and Menopause (2023) |
Charitable Work and Advocacy
Snowdon became an ambassador for Breast Cancer Care in 2005 and The Meningitis Trust in 2010 after contracting viral meningitis. She advocates for women’s health, particularly menopause, through her Instagram series ‘Midweek Menopause Madness’ and podcast Get Lifted with Lisa Snowdon. She supports charities like Capital FM’s Help a Capital Child.
Personal Life
Snowdon dated Dave Loeffler from E.Y.C. for three years. She has been engaged to George Smart since 2017 and splits her time between North London and Essex. She enjoys gardening, cooking, and relaxation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lisa Snowdon best known for?
Lisa Snowdon is best known for her modelling career, hosting Britain’s Next Top Model, and her advocacy for menopause awareness.
Did Lisa Snowdon win Strictly Come Dancing?
No, she finished third in the sixth series in 2008 with partner Brendan Cole.
What book did Lisa Snowdon write?
She wrote Just Getting Started: Lessons in Life, Love and Menopause, published in May 2023.