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Daily Record
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Cat Deeley shares real name on This Morning as she reunites with school teacher
This Morning host Cat Deeley was left stunned when her former primary school teacher appeared via video link and referred to her by her real name Cat Deeley left her fans utterly astonished after revealing her actual name live on air. The 48-year-old This Morning presenter shed light on her unexpected alias during an endearing segment with her former teacher as part of Thank a Teacher Day celebrations. Amid interviews with children discussing their school in Surrey, Cat was caught off guard by a surprise video call from Mrs Cotterill, her primary school mentor, who addressed the television personality by her birth name, stating: "Her name is Katie." Ben Shepherd clarified to viewers: "Because you, of course, know her as Katie." Taking the opportunity to elaborate on her name history, Cat, who received high praise from Mrs Cotterill, disclosed that while her official name is Catherine, she was affectionately referred to as Katie in her youth, reports the Mirror. Explaining the personal significance, she mentioned: "Well my real name is Catherine, but my grandad always used to call me Katie and my mum and dad and stuff," and humorously noted, "Unless I was in trouble, then I was sometimes Catherine!" Mrs Cotterill offered kind words about Cat, expressing delight at seeing her past pupil: "She was very enthusiastic, a very kind child. Always wanting to help, always wanting to be involved, just actually, an all round super person." Raised in Birmingham, Cat attended Grove Vale Junior School and moved on to Dartmouth High School. At the age of 14, her flair for fashion propelled her to the national finals of a modelling competition hosted by BBC's The Clothes Show. She was later scouted by a modelling agency, and it was at this juncture that her name was changed to Cat. Last year, Cat and Ben were unveiled as the fresh faces of the renowned ITV morning programme, stepping into the shoes of long-standing presenters Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield. At the time, an insider lavished compliments on Cat while speaking to the Mirror, remarking on her "very recognisable face, thanks to her long stint of working on kids' TV". Further commendations came in from them: "Back in the 90s and early 2000s, when she worked with Ant and Dec on SMTV Live, she was very warm and funny so it's hoped they can recreate some of that magic together." Following her tenure presenting a myriad of shows, including So You Think You Can Dance? across the pond, Cat became settled in family life, marrying Irish comedian Patrick Kielty and having two sons, James and Milo. Initially basing their family life in Los Angeles, they were driven to reconsider their location following a harrowing incident at a mall shooting which involved Patrick and Milo. Prompted by this distressing event, during which Patrick received an active shooter alert from the FBI while shopping, in 2020, Cat and Patrick relocated back to England, opting for North London as their new abode.
Daily Mail
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
This Morning's Cat Deeley leaves fans open-mouthed as she reveals her REAL name live on air
Cat Deeley left fans open-mouthed as she revealed her real name on This Morning on Wednesday. The 48-year-old presenter made the surprise confession during a heartwarming segment celebrating Thank A Teacher Day, where she was reunited with her former primary school teacher. Cat and co-host Ben Shephard had been listening to children share stories about their favourite teachers at a school in Surrey when the emotional surprise unfolded. Mrs Cotterill, Cat's own teacher from her school days, appeared via video link - and casually referred to her by her real name, catching viewers off guard. Addressing the star, she said: 'Her name is Katie.' Ben said to Mrs Cotterill: 'Because you of course know her as Katie.' Cat, who received a glowing report from Mrs Cotterill, revealed that her real name is Catherine. She went on to share that she was known as Katie during her childhood - a far cry from the name fans have come to know her by over the years. 'Well my real name is Catherine, but my grandad always used to call me Katie and my mum and dad and stuff,' she said, adding: 'Unless I was in trouble, then I was sometimes Catherine!' Giving her feedback on Cat, who was delighted to see the familiar face, Mrs Cotterill said: 'She was very enthusiastic, a very kind child. Always wanting to help, always wanting to be involved, just actually, an all round super person.' Cat grew up in Birmingham, attending Grove Vale Junior School before moving on to Dartmouth High School. At just 14, she made it to the national finals of a modelling competition run by the BBC show Her success led to a modelling contract - and it was during this time that her name was shortened to Cat, marking the start of her career in the spotlight. Cat and Ben were unveiled as the new faces of This Morning last year, stepping in to replace long-time presenters Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield. Ben said at the time: 'This really feels like a very special moment for Cat and I to be part of the next chapter of This Morning. It's an honour to be trusted with the reigns, join Alison and Dermot and all the team that work on and off screen and do such a great job. 'For the last ten years I've been waking up with our ITV daytime audience on GMB and I now look forward to spending time with Cat... 'Welcoming the viewers home after the school run or from their early morning routines, with a cup of tea and a mix of everything that makes This Morning so loved.' Cat added: 'This Morning is a national institution. Whenever it's on, it's like having your friends over - funny, smart, silly, heartfelt, informative and joyful - like all the greatest friendships!... 'This Morning is and always will be the viewer's show. 'Ben and I both know how much people love it, and with the help of an amazing team of people, we're going to do our best to take care of it.' Cat previously fronted a whole host of shows, including So You Think You Can Dance? in the states. During this time she settled down with Irish comedian Patrick Kielty, and the couple share two sons, James and Milo. The family used to live in Los Angeles for 14 years, but decided to make the UK their home after a terrifying mall shooting a few years ago. Given the commonality of shooting incidents within the school system, it prompted Cat and Patrick to think twice. 'Fear was part of this,' Cat told the Daily Mail's You magazine about leaving the US.
Daily Mirror
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Cat Deeley leaves This Morning fans gobsmacked as they find out her real name
Cat Deeley reunites with teacher live on air Cat Deeley's fans were left gobsmacked today when they found out her real name live on air. The This Morning host, 48, lifted the lid on her surprising alias when she reunited with her teacher on the show in celebration of Thank a Teacher Day. After the mum-of-two and co-host Ben Shepherd interviewed children, who were talking about their school in Surrey, Cat's former teacher popped up via video link much to Cat's surprise. Mrs Cotterill, the presenter's primary school teacher, referred to the kids TV star by her real name as she said: "Her name is Katie." Explaining the moniker for viewers at home, Ben said to Mrs Cotterill: "Because you, of course, know her as Katie." READ MORE: This Morning viewers hit back at claim surprising thing is psychologically damaging kids Cat Deeley's fans were left gobsmacked today when they found out her real name (Image: ITV) Cat, who was given a glowing report by Mrs Cotterill, revealed that her real name is Catherine, but that she was called Katie when she was growing up. "Well my real name is Catherine, but my grandad always used to call me Katie and my mum and dad and stuff," she said, adding: "Unless I was in trouble, then I was sometimes Catherine!" Giving her feedback on Cat, who was delighted to see the familiar face, Mrs Cotterill said: "She was very enthusiastic, a very kind child. Always wanting to help, always wanting to be involved, just actually, an all round super person." Cat grew up in Birmingham and attended Grove Vale Junior School, followed by Dartmouth High School. When she was 14, she reached the national finals of a modelling competition with BBC programme The Clothes Show. She was later signed by a model agency and it was then that her name was changed to Cat. Cat and Ben were announced as the new faces of the popular ITV show last year to replace long-term hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield. A source at the time heaped praise on Cat and told the Mirror she is a "very recognisable face, thanks to her long stint of working on kids' TV". They added: "Back in the 90s and early 2000s, when she worked with Ant and Dec on SMTV Live, she was very warm and funny so it's hoped they can recreate some of that magic together." After hosting a whole host of shows, including So You Think You Can Dance? in the states, Cat settled down with Irish comedian Patrick Kielty, with whom she shares sons, James and Milo. The family used to live in Los Angeles, but have now decided to make the UK their home after Patrick and Milo were caught up in a terrifying mall shooting a few years ago. In 2020, Cat and Patrick decided to move back to England after the traumatic experience - in which her husband was told by the FBI that there was an active shooter in the shopping mall - and now live in North London. Follow Mirror Celebs on TikTok , Snapchat , Instagram , Twitter , Facebook , YouTube and Threads . READ MORE: 'Brilliant' air cooling fan that keeps homes cool during the heatwave slashed from £150 to £40
Scottish Sun
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
This Morning's Cat Deeley reveals her REAL name as she's reunited with her old teacher live on air
THIS Morning's Cat Deeley has stunned fans by revealing her real name live on air. Cat, 48, made the confession as she was reunited with her old teacher in celebration of Thank A Teacher Day. Advertisement 6 Cat Deeley's real name has been revealed Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 6 It came as she reunited with her former teacher Credit: ITV 6 Cat was delighted to see Mrs Cotterill Credit: ITV Cat and her co-star Ben Shephard had been hearing children talk about their teachers at a primary school in Surrey when she was given the surprise. Mrs Cotterill, Cat's own primary school teacher, suddenly appeared via video link - and she referred to Cat by her real name. Addressing the star, she said: "Her name is Katie." Ben said to Mrs Cotterill: "Because you of course know her as Katie." Advertisement Cat went on to explain that her real name is Catherine, but that she was called Katie when she was growing up. "Well my real name is Catherine but my grandad always used to call me Katie and my mum and dad and stuff," she said. "Unless I was in trouble, then I was sometimes Catherine!" Cat was delighted to see her former teacher and she was given a glowing report by Mrs Cotterill. Advertisement The teacher, who is from Birmingham, said of Cat at school: "She was very enthusiastic, a very kind child. Always wanting to help, always wanting to be involved, just actually, an all round super person." Cat grew up in Birmingham and attended Grove Vale Junior School, followed by Dartmouth High School. Watch the moment Cat Deeley leaves Hollywood superstar Ben Stiller stunned live on This Morning When she was 14, she reached the national finals of a modelling competition with BBC programme The Clothes Show. She was signed by a model agency and it was then that her name was changed to 'Cat'. Advertisement Bosses at the model agency decided it would be easier to give her a nickname when it came to clients rebooking her. Cat later moved into television, landing a spot on popular kids' show SMTV: Live alongside Ant and Dec. She went on to become one of a few UK stars to crack America after bagging the job of host on So You Think You Can Dance?. In 2023, Cat was brought in as a guest presenter on This Morning following the departure of Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield. Advertisement Cat - who has two children with her Irish TV star husband Patrick Kielty - was later made the ITV show's permanent host alongside Ben. 6 Cat's first major TV role came alongside Ant and Dec on SM:TV Credit: PA:Press Association 6 Cat met King Charles in 2002 Credit: Times Newspapers Ltd 6 Cat later hosted So You Think You Can Dance? in the US Credit: TOM GRISCOM
