Sue Barker is a British journalist best known for playing Host in A Question of Sport.
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Best Known For:The television show A Question of Sport
Breakthrough:Successful professional tennis career before broadcasting transition
10 Quick Facts About Sue Barker
- Full Name: Sue Barker
- Nationality: British
- Profession: Host and sportscaster
- Known For: The television show A Question of Sport
- Current Role: Broadcaster
- Current Employer: BBC
- Date of Birth: April 19, 1956
- Age: 70 years old
- Place of Birth: Paignton
- Marital Status: Married
Sue Barker Age
Sue Barker is about 70 years old as of 2026. Sue Barker was born in 1956.
Sue Barker Height
Sue Barker stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches. This is approximately 170 cm.
Career & Work
Sue Barker's career includes journalism and broadcasting roles with BBC.
Organization: BBC
Role: Presenter
Period: 1993–2022
Details: United Kingdom
Rise to Fame
Sue Barker rose to prominence for her role on the television show A Question of Sport.
Notable Works
- TV Show: A Question of Sport (Host, 1997-2020) — Long-running sports quiz show
Notable Coverage
- Wimbledon Tennis Championships - BBC - Long-term presenter and anchor for Wimbledon coverage
Sue Barker Family & Relationships
Sue Barker is married to Lance Tankard.
Lesser Known Facts
- Before her broadcasting career, she was a professional tennis player who won the 1976 French Open.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Sue Barker
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Host and sportscaster
- Nationality: British
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: April 19, 1956
- Age: 70
- Birthday: April 19
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Place of Birth: Paignton
Measurements
- Height: 5 ft 7 in
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Lance Tankard
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Lance Tankard (Spouse • Husband)
