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Nick Owen
NameNick Owen
OccupationTelevision presenter
NationalityBritish

Nick Owen is a British television presenter, best known for his work on BBC and ITV. He has had a long and distinguished career, presenting various programs, including Midlands Today and Central News. Owen's career has been marked by his versatility and ability to work with different networks, such as Sky Sports and Channel 4. He has also worked alongside notable presenters, including Sue Lawley and Trevor McDonald.

● Early Life and Education

Nick Owen was born in Sutton Coldfield, near Birmingham, and grew up in the West Midlands. He attended King Edward VI Aston School and later studied at University of Leeds, where he graduated with a degree in English Literature. During his time at university, Owen was involved in the Leeds University Union and developed an interest in journalism, inspired by notable journalists such as John Pilger and Nicholas Tomalin. He also drew inspiration from BBC Radio 4 and The Times.

● Career

Owen's career in television began at ATV, where he worked as a reporter and presenter, covering local news and events, including the Birmingham pub bombings and the Handsworth riots. He later moved to Central Independent Television, where he presented Central News and worked alongside Lorraine Kelly and Eamonn Holmes. Owen's experience in local news led to opportunities in national news, including working with ITN and Channel 4 News. He has also covered major events, such as the FA Cup and the Wimbledon Championships, for BBC Sport and Sky Sports News.

● Television Presenting

As a television presenter, Owen has worked on a wide range of programs, including The Big Match and Sports Saturday. He has also presented BBC Breakfast and GMTV, working alongside Fiona Phillips and John Stapleton. Owen's experience in sports presenting has led to opportunities to work with notable sports personalities, including David Beckham and Sir Alex Ferguson. He has also covered major sporting events, such as the Olympic Games and the Commonwealth Games, for BBC One and ITV4.

● Personal Life

In his personal life, Owen is married to Carole Hinds, and they have two children together. He is a supporter of Aston Villa F.C. and has been involved in various charity work, including supporting Birmingham Children's Hospital and The Prince's Trust. Owen has also been involved in local community projects, such as the Birmingham Civic Society and the West Midlands Police Authority. He has also worked with notable charities, including Oxfam and Save the Children.

● Awards and Recognition

Throughout his career, Owen has received several awards and nominations for his work, including a Royal Television Society award for his presentation of Midlands Today. He has also been recognized for his contribution to local news and his work with charities, including a British Empire Medal for his services to broadcasting and charity. Owen has also been awarded an honorary degree from University of Birmingham and has been named as one of the most influential people in the West Midlands by The Birmingham Post. He has also been recognized by The Guardian and The Daily Telegraph for his contributions to television and charity work. Category:British television presenters

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