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Who is Jo Whiley and is she married?

JO Whiley is a well-known voice on British radio and face on British television, thanks to her long career in broadcasting.

Here's everything you need to know about the DJ and presenter...

 Jo Whiley is a veteran radio broadcaster
Jo Whiley is a veteran radio broadcasterCredit: Rex Features

Who is Jo Whiley?

Johanne Whiley was born July 4, 1965, in Northampton, and is a radio DJ and television presenter.

She studied applied languages at Brighton Polytechnic before leaving for a one-year radio journalism course at City University London.

The star has been a radio host since 1993 and presented her own show on BBC Radio 1 from 2001-2009.

In addition to her radio work, Jo is also an accomplished TV presenter and has covered major music festivals, including Glastonbury.

 Jo is a DJ for Radio 2
Jo is a DJ for Radio 2Credit: Getty - Contributor

What is Jo Whiley known for?

Jo is best known for working in radio and TV.

She's worked for BBC Radio for decades, working on Radio 1 from 1993 until March 2011 and has been a regular on Radio 2 since 2009.

She joined the Simon Mayo drive-time show in May 2018.

However, on October 22, 2018, the beeb announced Simon was leaving and that Jo would resume her evening slot on her own.

 Jo with her husband Steve Morton
Jo with her husband Steve MortonCredit: Getty Images - Getty

Is Jo Whiley married?

Jo married music executive Steve Morton in July 1991, a year after they first started dating.

Steve is the founder of Union Artists, which in addition to representing Jo, also showcase The Shires, the first ever UK Country act to chart in the Top 10.

Does Jo Whiley have children?

They have four children together. Their eldest daughter India was born the year they were married before an eight-year gap for the birth of son Jude.

The couple also share son Cassius and daughter Coco Lux and they currently live in Northamptonshire.

Does Jo Whiley have tinnitus?

Jo has tinnitus which is a condition caused by damage to the cochlear hair cells in the inner ear which causes sufferers to hear a ringing, whistling or buzzing noise.

The star has said that years of going to gigs and listening to loud music brought on the condition.

She has revealed that she hears a whistling sound in her ears due to the loud concerts.

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