Katy Hill, the former Blue Peter presenter who became a household name in the 1990s and early 2000s, has forged a completely new career as a life coach. The 55-year-old now runs her own coaching business, branding herself as an 'Internationally Certified Success and Confidence Coach'.
From Children's TV to Life Coaching
Hill rose to fame as a presenter on the beloved children's programme CBBC Blue Peter from 1995 to 2000. During her five-year tenure, she undertook extraordinary stunts, including flying with the RAF's Red Arrows squadron—an accomplishment no civilian had managed before. After leaving Blue Peter, she moved to BBC One's Live and Kicking until 2001, then fronted Top of the Pops, Football Fever, BBC's Holiday, and her own weekend programme on Capital FM. She also contributed to magazines such as Cosmopolitan Hair and Beauty, Hello!, and Closer.
Transition Away from Television
In 2004, Hill secured second place on Channel 4's The Games. As her career evolved, she presented shows for Heart Radio, authored regular blogs, and served as a substitute host on ITV's Daybreak. During a slot on Good Morning Britain last year, she revealed her enduring passion for presenting: 'I wanted to present that show since I was five. It was because this was the '70s, right? There had been no girl power. That was the place I saw girls jumping out of planes, flying fast jets and fast cars. Generally, it's pretty cool. I was like: "That's the job for me!"'
However, Hill is now considerably less prominent on television, having moved into life coaching. She frequently posts motivational content on social media and runs a newsletter called The Limitless List, which provides inspirational quotes and positive messages. Her Instagram bio states: 'The shy kid who refused to play small and spent 30 years on TV! Now empowering women like YOU to UNLOCK your CONFIDENCE and CLAIM the SUCCESS you deserve!'
Personal Life and Marriage
Hill is happily married to Trey Farley, her former co-host on Live and Kicking. The couple have been married for over two decades and have two children: daughter Kaya and son Akira. In July 2023, they celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary, with Hill posting a heartfelt tribute on social media: '20 Years of US! 20 Years of Mr and Mrs Farley! What a ride we're on @rocaflix ... nobody else I'd rather be doing LIFE with! Happy 20 babe! Let's make more amazing memories! X'
Before marrying Farley, Hill was previously married to her childhood sweetheart, Andrew Frampton. They wed in 1999 but separated in 2001.
