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Best of Brakfast Episode 174 Yana Bolder
From Saturday night TV to today’s spotlight
If you grew up in the 80s and 90s, these were the faces you saw everywhere. From music and TV to sport and film, they helped define an era. So where are they now?
Ant and Dec
From teenage pop duo PJ & Duncan to two of the biggest names in British TV. They’re still front and centre on shows like Saturday night entertainment and reality TV, and remain one of the most trusted duos on screen.
Davina McCall
Once the face of Big Brother, she’s now all about health, fitness and wellbeing. She’s become a strong voice around menopause awareness and regularly fronts documentaries and lifestyle programmes.
Gary Lineker
From England striker to the long-time host of Match of the Day. Still one of the most recognisable and respected figures in UK sport broadcasting.
Zoe Ball
A key voice of the 90s TV and radio scene, she now fronts a weekend afternoon show on BBC Radio 2.
Robbie Williams
From Take That to global solo superstar. He still performs, releases music, and recently reintroduced himself to a new generation through documentaries and live shows.
Kate Winslet
From her breakout in the 90s to an award-winning acting career, she’s continued to take on major film and TV roles, earning critical acclaim along the way.
Noel Gallagher
Former Oasis songwriter turned solo artist with Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds. Still touring, still outspoken, and still making music that connects with long-time fans.
Melanie C
Sporty Spice herself. She’s continued with a successful solo career, reunited with the Spice Girls for tours, and remains active in music and media. She is about to release a new album.
Jonathan Ross
A huge name in 90s and 00s TV, now continuing with chat shows, film criticism, and appearances across various networks and platforms.
Claudia Winkleman
From early TV appearances to becoming one of the UK’s most loved presenters. Fronting major shows and known for her unique style and humour.
Why it still matters
These are the people who were part of everyday life growing up. The shows you watched, the music you listened to, the voices you heard on the radio.
They’ve evolved, just like the audience has. But there’s something reassuring about seeing familiar faces still doing what they do best.
Who did you grow up watching or listening to that you still follow today?
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