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Who is Trisha Goddard?
Patricia Gloria Goddard, a British television presenter, was born on December 23, 1957. Goddard began her professional journey in Australia by hosting Play School (1987-1998) on ABC TV and presenting the current affairs program ‘The 7:30 Report’ (1988-1990). The American talk show Maury employed her as an expert in conflict resolution in 2010. Goddard started presenting on talkRADIO in 2021 and later joined its television counterpart TalkTV when it began the following year. In 2022, she was featured in a relaunched series of the diet show You Are What You Eat on Channel 5.
The 12th series of Dancing on Ice saw Goddard compete in 2020. As a housemate, she competed on the twenty-fourth season of Celebrity Big Brother in 2025. Goddard has been diagnosed with breast cancer twice, in 2008 and 2023 respectively, and is the patron of several charities.
| Real Name/Full Name | Patricia Gloria Goddard |
| Date Of Birth | 23 December 1957 |
| Age | 67 years old |
| Birthplace | London, United Kingdom. |
| Nationality | British. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Zodiac sign | Virgo |
| Father Name | Not Known |
| Mother Name | Mary Agnes Fortune. |
| Hair Color | Light Brown |
| Eye Color | Balck |
| Height | 5 feet 6 inch |
| Weight | 50 kg |
| Marital Status | Divorce |
| Spouse | Peter Gianfrancesco (M: 1998 to Div: 2017), Mark Greive (M: 1993 to Div: 1996). |
| Children | Madison Greive, and Billie Greive |
| Siblings | Juliette Goddard, and Linda Goddard. |
| Profession | British TV Show Host. |
| Net worth | $10 Million. |
Early Life
On December 23, 1957, Patricia Gloria Goddard was born in Hackney, London. She belongs to Agnes Fortune, an auxiliary nurse from Dominica, and a father who is not known to her. There are two siblings in her family, Juliette Goddard and Linda Goddard.
Goddard’s early education was anchored in London, where she attended local schools before finally securing a spot at the University of East London, where she majored in Psychology. Her television career would be enriched by her academic background and thoughtful and empathetic approach. Trisha’s desire to communicate with people led her to pursue a career in broadcasting, even though she had originally planned to be a clinical psychologist.
Personal Life
There are four marriages and three divorces in Goddard’s history. In 1985, she met Robert Nestdale, an Australian politician and former director of Unicef Australia, while working as a flight attendant. Nestdale’s marriage was short-lived: Nestdale was suspected of being gay and died from AIDS in 1989.
Mark Grieve, a television producer, was Mark Grieve’s second husband and they got married in 1993. After having two children together, they separated in 1996.
Peter Gianfrancesco, her third husband, was involved in the field of mental health services. Goddard’s children took their stepfather’s surname as their surname when they married in 1998. In 2017, the couple ended their relationship.
Career
The BBC provided Trisha Goddard with her first experience as a presenter in the early 1980s. Her initial focus was on presenting children’s programming, but she gradually transitioned to talk shows where her exceptional personality and ability to connect with others took center stage. Goddard’s greatest accomplishment in 1998 was the launch of her self-titled talk show, ‘Trisha’. Her candid approach to addressing sensitive issues like family problems, relationships, and emotional well-being led to the show’s immediate success.
Besides her work on ‘Trisha’, Goddard has made appearances in numerous other television programs, such as ‘The Trisha Goddard Show’ in the United States. The National Television Award for Best Daytime TV Personality recognized her contributions to television. Other talk shows, including ‘Loose Women’ and ‘The Wright Stuff,’ also featured her in guest appearances.
Her accomplishments extend beyond the realm of television. ‘Trisha: A Life of My Own’, a bestselling autobiography written by Trisha in the late 2000s, covered her personal struggles and triumphs. Through the book, readers received an insight into her career and the difficulties she faced as a woman in the public eye. She became a prominent voice in British media after becoming a radio host for a variety of programs that discussed mental health and social issues.
Trisha Goddard has remained relevant through numerous ventures despite her original talk show ending in 2010. Goddard has maintained a low-profile in recent years but continues to make occasional appearances in the media. In documentaries and special television segments, she has addressed issues like mental health and women’s rights. An American version of her eponymous chat show was announced by Trisha in 2012 to be launched on NBC, the US broadcaster. It is unfortunate that the program was cancelled again in 2014, after only two seasons.
A new television segment about mental health awareness featured Goddard in 2024, which helped highlight the challenges individuals face when navigating personal struggles. She has been able to remain an influential figure within the media landscape due to her continued advocacy.
Net Worth
Trisha Goddard has an estimated net worth of around $10 million. She has made money from her talk shows, book sales, television appearances, and radio programs throughout her career. With a preference for luxury and quality, her lifestyle reflects her successful career. She is known for her philanthropic nature, frequently contributing to various causes, such as women’s health and education.
