Kelly Cates has long been a familiar face in football broadcasting, now cementing her place as the host of Match of the Day. With a career spanning numerous top-tier TV and radio gigs, Kelly’s got an impressive estimated net worth of around £7.9 million! And let’s not forget, her dad is none other than Liverpool legend, Kenny Dalglish. Kelly’s shared some interesting anecdotes about growing up in a football world, where her dad kept her at arm’s length from players.
Off-camera, Kelly faced a major life shift after her 14-year marriage to Tom Cates ended in 2021. Together they have two daughters, and Kelly has candidly shared the challenges of balancing her career with family life. As for dating again, she’s admitted to feeling a bit jittery. On Gabby Logan’s podcast, Kelly opened up about her dating dilemmas, admitting she’s unsure why a “middle-aged, slightly overweight mother of two” would be seen as attractive. It’s not about low self-esteem, she insists, but rather grappling with the intricacies of dating later in life.
But what’s clear is her time is precious, and she’s wary of spending it on dates that don’t lead anywhere fulfilling. Kelly’s refreshingly honest, admitting she’ll feel resentful if she ends up wasting time on a date that fizzles out. It’s eye-opening to see someone with such a busy, public life grappling with the dating scene like so many do.
Here’s wishing Kelly all the best as she navigates this new chapter, both on and off the screen! 📺💼❤️