🏔️❄️ Clare Balding, the legendary TV presenter, is back and at the helm for the BBC’s Winter Olympics coverage in Milano Cortina 2026! Joining fellow presenters Hazel Irvine and Jeanette Kwakye, Clare’s sure to bring her signature warmth and wit to the games.
But there’s more to Clare than just sports presenting! The talented broadcaster has been open about her life with wife, Alice Arnold. Their love story began at the BBC in 1999, blossoming into romance in 2002. The pair tied the knot in 2015, and Alice jokingly laid down an ultimatum about Clare’s possible appearance on Strictly Come Dancing, saying “You can say yes, but I won’t be here when you come back!” 😂
On a more heart-warming note, they’re on the lookout for a new furry friend to join them once their house renovation wraps up. Clare envisions daily strolls with a future poodle in the gardens at Chiswick House. 🐶
Clare isn’t just making headlines in her professional and personal life. She’s transformed her health by embracing a fit lifestyle, shedding 1.4 stone through walking, golf, and a low-carb diet. She openly shares how this journey has revitalised her life.
However, not all of Clare’s career has been smooth sailing. Back in 2009, her comment to jockey Liam Treadwell about his teeth stirred up controversy. Despite the initial backlash, Clare has since expressed deep regret for the incident, calling it a “big lesson” during her battle with thyroid cancer.
From broadcasting greats to personal triumphs, Clare Balding continues to inspire, proving she’s a powerhouse on and off the screen. 🌟