Alex Brooker Biography
Alex Brooker is an English journalist, TV presenter, and comedian who was born and brought up in Croydon, South London. Currently, he works at Press Association in the United Kingdom, as a sports journalist and TV presenter for The Last Leg on Channel 4. Previously, before joining Channel 4, Brooker worked as a junior sports writer at Liverpool Echo.
Brooker gained huge fame after he successfully auditioned for Channel 4’s hunt for new disabled talent for 2012 Paralympics. Additionally, he began presenting The Superhumans Show for Channel 4 daytime in 2016. Brooker signed with Leeds Rhinos’ Foundation PDRL (Physical Disability Rugby League) team in Feb 2018.
10 Quick Facts About Alex Brooker
- Name: Alex Brooker
- Age: To Be Updated
- Birthday: To Be Updated
- Zodiac Sign: To Be Updated
- Height: Around 5 feet 6 inches
- Nationality: English
- Occupation: Journalist and comedian
- Marital Status: Married
- Salary: Between £31,292 and £34,507
- Net worth: Between $1 million and $5 million
Alex Brooker Age and Birthday
Alex was born on May 15, 1984, in Croydon, Greater London, England. He celebrates his birthday on May 15 yearly. Brooker will be 37 years of age on May 15, 2021.
Alex Brooker Height and Weight
Alex is a man of average stature, he also appears to be quite tall in stature in his photos. He stands at a height of 5’11” (approx. 1.8 meters). However, details about Brooker’s weight is currently unavailable.
Alex Brooker Education
Alex attended the Norton Knatchbull School located in Ashford, Kent. Immediately after completing high school, Brooker joined Liverpool John Moores University where he studied and graduated with a Bachelors’s degree in Journalism in 2006.
Alex Brooker Family and Parents
Alex was born to both parents, however, details about his father Gordon Brooker and his mother is Elaine Brooker are not available currently. Furthermore, we are not sure if he has any siblings or he was the only child. Nevertheless, as soon as we have additional information about his family, brother, and sister we shall update this part immediately.
Alex Brooker Wife and Children
Alex married Carol Lindsey Brooker in a blissful wedding ceremony held in Nov 2014. Brooker’s wife works as an accountant. However, details about the couple’s wedding are not available, nevertheless, they are blessed with two children, a son, and daughter. The family resides in London.
The couple met through their family members and later became close friends.
Alex Brooker Scandal
Brooker reportedly had an affair with a 36-year old female in 2019. Nevertheless, Alex was able to earn his wife’s forgiveness and are currently still together enjoying their marriage.
Alex Brooker Net worth
Alex has not revealed his exact net worth. He is a simple person and never likes to attract public attention by publicly displaying his wealth. However, his net worth is still under review, as soon as we have the properties under his properties and liabilities we shall update his exact net worth immediately.
Alex Brooker Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Alex.
Alex Brooker Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Alexander James Brooker
- Popular As: Alex Brooker
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Journalist, TV presenter, Comedian
- Nationality: English
- Race / Ethnicity: White
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Alex Brooker Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 36 years (2020)
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus
- Date of Birth: May 15, 1984
- Place of Birth: Ashford, England
- Birthday: May 15
Alex Brooker Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: **** or Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: 5’11” (1.8 m)
- Weight: Not Known
- Eye Color: Not Available
- Hair Color: Brown
- Shoe Size: Not Available
Alex Brooker Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Gordon Brooker
- Mother: Elaine Brooker
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife/Spouse: Married to Carol Lindsey Brooker
- Dating / Boyfriend: Not Applicable
- Children: Sons (one) Daughter(one)
Alex Brooker Net worth and Salary
- Net Worth: Under Review
- Salary: £31,292 and £34,507
- Source of Income: Journalism
Alex Brooker Career and Last Leg
As soon as Alex graduated from the University of Liverpool John Moores, he began working as a sports reporter on Liverpool Echo. He currently works as a television presenter for the Press Association.
However, Brooker gained massive recognition after he enrolled in Channel 4’s Half a Million Quid Talent Search in 2012. Half a Million Quid Talent Search helped find disabled talent for coverage of the 2012 Summer Paralympic Games and beyond.
Alex started serving as a trackside reporter of the 2011 BT Paralympic World Cup for Channel 4. Furthermore, he interviewed prominent people such as Boris Johnson and David Cameron during the 2012 Summer Paralympics opening ceremony. Additionally, he co-hosted The Last Leg and The Last Leg of the Year alongside Adam Hills.
Alex has worked as the co-host of The Last Leg on Channel 4 since 25 Jan 2013. Moreover, Hugo Rifkind commended Brooker for his interview with Nick Clegg in Feb 2015. Hugo Rifkind described Brooker’s interview as the ideal way to communicate with a politician normally.
Additionally, Brooker hosted a documentary titled Alex Brooker: My Perfect Body on Channel 4 on 1 Aug 2013. The one-off documentary was used to create awareness about body image. Alex also co-presented the reality show The Jump alongside Davina McCall in Jan and Feb 2014. Additionally, Alex has also presented The Superhumans Show on Channel 4 in 2016.
Alex Brooker Hands and Other Stories
Brooker is originally from Croydon. Alex was born with hand and arm deformities and a twisted right leg which had to be amputated when he was a baby. He now wears a prosthetic leg. He is a pundit football supporter of Arsenal F.C., regularly appearing on ‘Footballistically Arsenal’ podcast
Alex Brooker Charity
In May 2014, Brooker fronted a campaign called “End The Awkward” by disability charity Scope, which used comedy to shine a light on the awkwardness that many people feel about disability. Brooker appeared in three advertisements guiding viewers through awkward situations that they may encounter with a disabled person.
In Sep 2012, Brooker won The Million Pound Drop Live with Josh Widdicombe playing for Echoes Foundation, Scope Joseph’s Goal.
Alex Brooker Filmography
- Half a Million Quid Talent Search (2012)
- The Last Leg (2012—)
- Alex Brooker: My Perfect Body (2013)
- The Jump (2014)
- The Superhumans Show (2016)
- The NHS: A People’s History (2018)
- Very British Problems(2018)
- The Million Pound Drop Live (September 2012)
- Alan Carr’s Grand National Specstacular (19 March 2013)
- Sunday Brunch (28 July 2013)
- Celebrity Fifteen to One (20 September 2013, 13 June 2014)
- 8 Out of 10 Cats (18 October 2013, 8 November 2013, 14 April 2014, 4 November 2014, 27 June 2017, 15 April 2019)
- Never Mind the Buzzcocks (18 November 2013, 14 October 2014)
- Fake Reaction (23 January 2014)
- Virtually Famous (4 August 2014)
- Celebrity Juice (11 September 2014)
- The Chase: Celebrity Special (20 September 2014)
- Celebrity Squares (15 October 2014)
- The Apprentice: You’re Fired! (5 November 2014)
- Britain’s Got More Talent (28 May 2015)
- 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (28 August 2015)
- Celebrity Benchmark (23 October 2015)
- All Star Mr & Mrs (25 November 2015)
- Would I Lie to You? (13 January 2016)
- Sunday Brunch (6 March 2016)
- Duck Quacks Don’t Echo
- Very British Problems (2015–2016)
- John Bishop: In Conversation With… (2016)
FAQs About Alex Brooker
Who is Alex Brooker?
Alex is an accomplished famous journalist, TV presenter, and comedian who gained vast recognition after he successfully auditioned for Channel 4’s hunt for new disabled talent for 2012 Paralympics. Brooker currently works as a TV presenter for The Last Leg on Channel 4 and sports journalist at Press Association.
How old is Alex Brooker?
Brooker is an English national born on 15 May 1984, in Ashford.
How tall is Alex Brooker?
Alex stands at a height of 1.8m.
Is Alex Brooker married?
Yes, he married accountant Carol Lindsey Brooker in a blissful wedding in Nov 2014. The couple resides in London together with their son and daughter.
How much is Alex Brooker worth?
Alex has not yet revealed his exact net worth. Nevertheless, we shall update this section as soon as we get and verify information about the wealth and properties under his name.
How much does Alex Brooker make?
Per our average wage estimates for a journalist in the United States, Alex receives an annual salary ranging between £31,292 and £34,507 that translates to an hourly average wage of between £15.04 and £16.59.
Where does Alex Brooker live?
He is a resident of London, England. Furthermore, as soon as we have his exact location of residence we shall upload pictures of his house immediately.
Is A Brooker dead or alive?
Alex is alive and in good health.
Where is A Brooker Now?
Brooker is pursuing his career in journalism. He hosts the show Last Leg on Channel 4.
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