Anne Diamond
Renowned health campaigner and dieting expert, author and journalist
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About Anne Diamond
Throughout her broadcasting career, Anne has interviewed world leaders, politicians and celebrities across the globe — from Sydney Harbour to the Brandenburg Gate, from No.10 Downing Street to war-torn Bosnia. She went on to front Good Morning with Anne and Nick on BBC1 and remains a familiar and much-loved voice on BBC Radio Berkshire.
Beyond broadcasting, Anne is widely admired for her life-changing health advocacy. Following the tragic loss of her son Sebastian to cot death, she led the landmark 1991 ‘Back to Sleep’ campaign, which helped reduce SIDS rates in the UK by 80%. For this pioneering work, she became the first non-medic to receive the Gold Medal of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health.
Anne has since campaigned passionately on issues including autism, cervical cancer, dyslexia, vaccinations and obesity, and serves as Patron of the National Obesity Forum. Her own journey with weight loss and bariatric surgery inspired her bestselling book Winning the Fat War and the acclaimed documentary Anne Diamond’s War on Fat. She also founded Buddy Power, a free online weight-loss support community supporting thousands of people nationwide.
An accomplished event host, speaker and panellist, Anne brings decades of experience, warmth and authority to every stage she steps onto. Whether sharing her journey through journalism, grief, health recovery or motherhood, she connects with audiences through compassion, humour and authenticity, leaving a lasting and meaningful impact.
With her rare blend of media expertise, personal insight and unwavering commitment to improving lives, Anne Diamond is an outstanding choice for conferences, corporate events, awards ceremonies and panel discussions.
rough journalism, grief, health recovery, or motherhood, she connects with audiences through compassion, humour and an unwavering commitment to making lives better.
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Breakfast TV – how it nearly failed:
Being a breakfast TV pioneer. From reading out bingo numbers to hobnobbing with Hollywood, witnessing the fall of the Berlin Wall and exchanging fashion tips with Margaret Thatcher!
Gutsy Women:
The gutsy women who’ve fought to change our world. Women who’ve turned themselves from “ordinary” into absolutely extraordinary, and to whom we all owe a profound debt.
Never turn town an Adventure – From TV-am to GB News: A Life in Broadcasting:
Go behind the scenes of Anne’s extraordinary career—from the early mornings of TV-am’s Good Morning Britain to the buzz of live TV today. Hear the surprising, funny, and touching moments that shaped her life in front of the camera—and meet the unforgettable characters she’s worked with along the way.
The Cot Death Campaign: Turning Grief into Action:
Anne shares the moving story of how personal heartbreak became a national life-saving mission. Her campaign to reduce cot death rates led to one of the most successful public health campaigns in UK history. A powerful talk on courage, loss, and how one voice can make a difference.
Living Well, Ageing Boldly:
In this inspiring and uplifting talk, Anne offers her take on embracing later life with joy, purpose, and self-acceptance. With candid stories and practical advice, she challenges the myths around ageing and celebrates the freedom, strength, and confidence that come with experience.
Extraordinary Lives: Lessons from People Who Inspire:
Over her career, Anne has interviewed thousands of people—from A-list celebrities to unsung heroes. She shares some of the most memorable stories, and what they’ve taught her about resilience, kindness, and what really matters in life.
Women in the Media: My Story, Then and Now:
Anne reflects on her career as a woman in a fast-paced, male-dominated media world. From sexism and stereotypes to finding her voice and helping others find theirs, this is an honest, empowering talk about how far we’ve come—and how far there is to go.
Love, Loss, and Carrying On:
Anne opens up about navigating the toughest moments of her life—grief, illness, and personal change—and how she found hope and healing along the way. A gentle, deeply human talk about surviving the storm and coming out stronger.
The Power of Stories: Why Yours Matters Too:
We all have a story to tell. Anne explores how storytelling helps us understand ourselves and each other—and why it’s never too late to share yours. With warmth and wit, she encourages everyone to embrace their own voice.
A Diamond’s View: Understanding Today’s World:
Drawing on her journalism roots and current role on GB News Weekends, Anne shares thoughtful perspectives on the big issues of the day—politics, health, and social change—with clarity, fairness, and a deep sense of humanity.
