Nick Knowles

Acting

Nick Knowles

Born September 21, 1962 · Southall, Middlesex, England, UK (age 63)

Nick was born in London and raised in Southall by his parents Pat and Eddie. He has one brother, John, and three sisters; Angela, Sheila and Karen. Nick credits his large, loving family for their unconditional support whilst he made up his mind which career to pursue. He briefly pursued careers in rugby, music and acting before discovering his passion for writing, directing and presenting TV. Ni…

Known For

Golden YearsGolden Years · 2016
Golden Years
6.32016
MovieCrimeComedy
Fate, the pensions crisis and a steadfast refusal to accept the injustice of old age have contrived to force law abiding, retired couple, Arthur and Martha Goode into a life of crime.
DIY SOSDIY SOS · 1999
DIY SOS
10.01999
SeriesDocumentary
DIY SOS is a British DIY television series made for the BBC, presented by Nick Knowles. The first episode was broadcast on 7 October 1999 and the show is still airing today. As well as being a DIY programme it also features comic relief from the cast.
The F WordThe F Word · 2005
The F Word
6.22005
SeriesDocumentaryReality
The F Word is a British food magazine and cookery programme featuring chef Gordon Ramsay. The programme covers a wide range of topics, from recipes to food preparation and celebrity food fads. The programme is made by Optomen Television and aired weekly on Channel 4. The theme tune for the series is "The F-Word" from the Babybird album Bugged.
Comic Relief Does Fame AcademyComic Relief Does Fame Academy · 2003
Comic Relief Does Fame Academy
8.02003
Series
Comic Relief Does Fame Academy is a spin-off of the original Fame Academy show where celebrities sing as students of the Academy. The programme was launched in 2003 to help raise money for the charities supported by Comic Relief, with the final of the show occurring on Red Nose Day. Coverage of the show was widely shown on BBC One, BBC Three, BBC Prime and the CBBC Channel. Many consider the celebrity version of the show to be far more successful than its predecessor. The Comic Relief series returned in 2005 and again in March 2007. It was announced by the BBC that Cat Deeley would not return because she was hosting So You Think You Can Dance. However, Patrick Kielty returned with co-host and host of the former spin-off show Claudia Winkleman.
Who Dares WinsWho Dares Wins · 2007
Who Dares Wins
2007
SeriesReality
Nick Knowles hosts the quiz where two teams of complete strangers compete by completing a series of lists. The team who name more correct answers on a list get the chance to play for £50,000.
Wildest DreamsWildest Dreams · 2009
Wildest Dreams
2.02009
Series
Nine wildlife enthusiasts compete for the ultimate prize: a job at the BBC's prestigious Natural History Unit.
Home Is Where the Art IsHome Is Where the Art Is · 2019
Home Is Where the Art Is
2019
SeriesReality
Nick Knowles challenges three talented artists to create beautiful artwork for people they've never met. Our arty trio must try to work out the buyer’s style and taste by snooping around their home, but when the two sides finally do meet, who will win the coveted commission?
Animal SOSAnimal SOS · 2014
Animal SOS
2014
SeriesDocumentary
Documentary series following the work of the RSPCA, filming as calls come in to the national control centre and following inspectors on the ground as they deal with everything from injured wildlife to neglected pets.

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Comic Relief Does Fame AcademyComic Relief Does Fame Academy · 2003
Comic Relief Does Fame Academy
8.02003
Series
Comic Relief Does Fame Academy is a spin-off of the original Fame Academy show where celebrities sing as students of the Academy. The programme was launched in 2003 to help raise money for the charities supported by Comic Relief, with the final of the show occurring on Red Nose Day. Coverage of the show was widely shown on BBC One, BBC Three, BBC Prime and the CBBC Channel. Many consider the celebrity version of the show to be far more successful than its predecessor. The Comic Relief series returned in 2005 and again in March 2007. It was announced by the BBC that Cat Deeley would not return because she was hosting So You Think You Can Dance. However, Patrick Kielty returned with co-host and host of the former spin-off show Claudia Winkleman.