Gareth Cliff (radio personality) Bio, Wiki, Age, Height, Parents, Wife, Children, Salary

Who is Gareth Cliff? Gareth Cliff Biography and Wiki

Gareth Cliff (born Gareth Rhydal Cliff) is a well-known South African radio and TV personality. He started his professional radio career at 702 and later became the host of the breakfast show on 5FM. During his career at 5FM, his show included a feature called The Hollywood Report with Jen Su. 

In January 2016 he won a court case to be reinstated as a judge on the TV music competition show Idols South Africa on M-Net after being suspended for publishing an allegedly racist remark on Twitter.

Gareth Cliff Age and Birthday: How Old is Gareth Cliff?

Gareth was born on August 26, 1977, in Pretoria, South Africa. He is currently at the age of 43 years as of 2020, and he always celebrates his birthday on August 26, every year.

Gareth Cliff Height and Weight

Gareth stands at an average height and moderate weight. He appears to be quite tall in stature in his photos, relative to his surroundings, which are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.

Gareth Cliff Educational

Gareth attended adds worth Primary School in Hilton and Sutherland High School in Pretoria. He proceeded to the University of Pretoria, where he initially studied law but switched to International Politics and History, two things he is most passionate about. He began his radio work while in the campus which led him into commercial radio, television and now his own  business at CliffCentral.com

Gareth Cliff Parents, Family and Siblings

Cliff was born to parents Rory Cliff (father) and Monica Cliff (mother). He also has a sister Sandra and a brother by the name Robert Cliff. Gareth Cliff is also the grandson of Rev William Kidwell Cliff a founder of the Pietermaritzburg Cathedral.

He has also plotted out his family history as far back as one of the first Kings of Finland in the year 160 AD, the descendant of one of the illegitimate children of King Charles 11 as well as 5x great-grandson of Lord Charles Somerset.

Gareth Cliff Wife, Is Gareth Cliff Married?

At the moment Cliff has not shared any news of him getting married or engaged to any fiancee, he has also not revealed of being in a love affair relationship or dating status with his fans who are so eager to know Gareth Cliff wife/girlfriend. Gareth sometime back said in an interview that, “I am married to my work.”So, settling down with a family might not be on the cards anytime soon for one of South Africa’s most eligible bachelors.

Moreover, during an interview with channel 24, he revealed that he had been single for two years.“I’m really happy. There have been some in and out interest  brief infatuations but I’m not settling down any time soon.”Gareth has been very outspoken about not having a desire to have kids but he revealed that he wasn’t totally opposed to kids.

“I reserve the right to change my mind. I have a nephew who I love. I could adopt, yes. But right now I don’t want the responsibility. Children are expensive and as a parent, you have to put everything else second. Before that, I’d want to get my business up and running, sort out the stuff about me in my head, and do all the crazy stuff you want to do.”

Gareth Cliff Nicole Fox

Gareth was previously in a romantic relationship with Nicole Fox. The two were in a relationship for two years but unfortunately, the relationship did not end up in marriage as most people had anticipated. A heartbroken cliff stated in an interview “Nicole and I were together for two fantastic years, and I cried like a little puppy when we broke up. We were both building our careers and our personal needs were encroaching.”

Gareth Cliff Children

As of 2020, there isn’t any documented report about Gareth having any kids. He seems to be concentrating more on his career rather than starting a family. However, we are keeping tabs and will update you once this information is available.

Gareth Cliff Net Worth and Salary

Gareth’s Net Worth is estimated to be between $1 Million – $5 Million. He has been in the media industry for quite some time. He has no doubt amassed a huge fortune with the bulk of his wealth coming from his professional radio career. Despite his obvious riches, Gareth prefers to lead a modest lifestyle. His salary is still undisclosed but will be updated once it is available.

Gareth Cliff Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Gareth Cliff.

Gareth Cliff Bio and Wiki

• Full Names: Gareth Rhydal Cliff
• Popular As: Gareth Cliff
• Gender: Male
• Occupation / Profession: radio personality
• Nationality: South African
• Race / Ethnicity: African
• Religion: Not Known
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Gareth Cliff Birthday

• Age / How Old?: 43 years (2020)
• Zodiac Sign: Virgo
• Date of Birth: August 26, 1977
• Place of Birth: Pretoria, South Africa
• Birthday: August 26

Gareth Cliff Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: Not Available
• Height / How Tall?: Not Known
• Weight: Not Known
• Eye Color: Blue
• Hair Color: Blonde

Gareth Cliff Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Rory Cliff
• Mother: Monica Cliff
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Sandra and Robert Cliff
• Marital Status: Single
• Wife/Spouse: Not Available
• Dating / Girlfriend: Single

Gareth Cliff Networth and Salary

• Net Worth: $1 Million – $5 Million (Approx)
• Salary: Under Review
• Source of Income: radio personality

Gareth Cliff House and Cars

• Place of living: To be Updated
• Cars: Car Brand to be Updated

Gareth Cliff Central

In 2014, he launched CliffCentral.com, an online content hub that specializes in podcasting and online radio. The content is uncensored and free from the regulations of the Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa (BCCSA). His former 5FM breakfast team, Leigh-Ann Mol, Damon Kalvari and Mabale Moloi joined him in the new venture, and initially featured as part of his team on The Gareth Cliff Show.

During one of the more outrageous stunts on CliffCentral, a show called SexTalk featured an orgasm live on air, on 31 July 2017 on National Orgasm Day. On 24 July 2019, Gareth Cliff hosted a panel of well-known South African broadcast personalities featuring DJ Fresh, DJ Sbu, Robert Marawa, Tbo Touch, and Trevor Gumbi on Pure Conversations.

Blind History – a podcast series produced by CliffCentral and hosted by Gareth Cliff and Anthony Mederer – was nominated for a New York Festivals Radio Award in 2019 for Best Education podcast.

Gareth Cliff Idols

Gareth Cliff joined Idols in 2003 during the second season as a judge. He held the position until January 2016 when he was fired. In January 2016 he was fired from Idols after a comment he made in response to Penny Sparrow’s racist comments over the new year.

Cliff received death threats and people threatened to boycott him and Idols which prompted him to apologize on 5th January saying.“I’ve been an insensitive asshole many times. This whole saga with the idiotic comments of Penny Sparrow has upset me, but I must acknowledge the pain and anger of so many on Twitter who thought I would in any way condone the things she said.

In early January, M-Net fired Cliff from his job as Idols judge after he spoke out in defense of freedom of speech following the reaction to former estate agent Penny Sparrow’s racist remarks in which she referred to black people as “monkeys.”

Later that month, High Court Judge Caroline Nicholls ordered that M-Net reinstate Cliff as Idols judge and pay the cost of his court application. Cliff continued in his post for most of 2016 and on 14 November he handed in his resignation.

Gareth Cliff and Lawyer

Back in 2016 cliff sued Mnet for R25 million for defamation of character and seeking to be reinstated as a judge on the talent show. He was represented by one of the best lawyers in the country Dali Mpofu.

Gareth Cliff Radio

In the same year that Cliff took up a position at M-Net as an Idols judge, he joined SABC’s radio station 5FM and embarked on a journey that was marked by much controversy. A year into his career as a talk show host with 5FM, Cliff was suspended for 2 days by the SABC after a complaint was laid with the Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa (BCCSA).

The complainant argued that he had contravened a code of protecting religious freedom with regard to an interview he’d conducted with ‘Jesus’ on his show.

Gareth Cliff Show

Gareth was given his own show on M-Net, The Gareth Cliff Show, which premiered September 2009, but the show only lasted 13 episodes and was not renewed for a second season. Cliff was both loved and loathed for his weekday breakfast radio talk show, which lasted just over 10 years.

He and his entire team left in 2014 by his own accord, stating, “After two suspensions and several close-shaves, dozens of BCCSA complaints and almost as many management changes at the SABC, it’s time to get unhinged.”He then created his own live streaming website and started his own internet radio show called Cliff Central.

Comedy Central later contracted him, to film the radio show and broadcast the in-studio live sessions on television in a show also called The Gareth Cliff Show the same name as his previous M-Net attempt. Comedy Central canned the show a month and a half after it was launched, reportedly due to insufficient viewership.

Gareth Cliff Mara Louw

The media personality admitted in his autobiography that he ‘spiked’ former Idols Judge and colleague Mara Louw’s drink with vodka in 2010, prior to an incident where she was slurring, swearing, and appeared confused on air.

At the time Louw was on heavy pain medication which prohibits alcohol. The incident cost Louw her job and reportedly her reputation as well.

Gareth Cliff Julianne Moore

Julianne made news in 2004 at the Oscars when she kissed the presenter on the lips and leaving without saying a word when questioned about this Gareth said “This hot woman turned her head, looked me up and down and asked where I was from. ‘South Africa,’ I said matter-of-factly. She leaned in and kissed me, full on the lips;

Before the kiss was even over I felt like someone had set my balls on fire. It was Julianne Moore. She said nothing more, got up and walked away before I could even figure out what had happened.”

Gareth Cliff Hates Paper Straws

The demand for paper straws is increasing, but radio and television personality Gareth Cliff is having none of it. The straws were introduced worldwide to aid in eliminating single-use plastics that end up in the ocean, killing marine animals.

Environmental movements have recommended a ban on plastic straws and most food outlets have started using alternative products. However, Gareth took to Instagram to say paper straws “ruined” his smoothie at the gym, adding, “paper straws be damned”.

In his rant, he said they sucked and that he didn’t care how many “environmental zealots” told him otherwise.“Not every drink should turn into paper soup within seconds,” he said. His comments didn’t sit well with many, but Gareth wasn’t bothered, telling his followers to unfollow him.

“It’s a … smoothie. I drink it with a straw. Plastic was invented for these kinds of things. Unfollow me pls (sic).”After being criticized by one follower, he said: “I know what’s going on, you think you are making a difference. Keep it up,” he said. “I just want non-bullshit straws. You came into my timeline and ventured a big brave opinion and now you are calling me touchy. Do I know you? Do I care about you? Do I care for your opinion? I’ll give you a guess … ”

Frequently Asked Questions About Gareth Cliff

Who is Gareth Cliff?

Gareth Cliff is a well-known South African radio and TV personality. He started his professional radio career at 702 and later became the host of the breakfast show on 5FM. During his career at 5FM, his show included a feature called The Hollywood Report with Jen Su.

How old is Gareth Cliff?

Gareth was born on August 26, 1977, in Pretoria, South Africa. He is currently at the age of 43 years as of 2020, and he always celebrates his birthday on August 26, every year.

How tall is Gareth Cliff?

Gareth stands at an average height, he has not shared his height with the public. His height will be listed once we have it from a credible source.

Is Gareth Cliff married?

Details about his love life are still under review. We will let you know when he gets in a relationship or when we discover helpful information about his love life.

How much is Gareth Cliff worth?

Gareth has an approximate net worth of $1 Million – $5 Million. This amount has been accrued from his leading roles in the entertainment industry.

Where does Gareth Cliff live?

Because of security reasons, Gareth has not shared his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of his house.

Is Gareth Cliff dead or alive?

Gareth is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Gareth Cliff Social Media Contacts

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