History of Amanda Holden in Timeline
"Amanda Louise Holden is a multifaceted English entertainer known for her work in television, radio, and music. Her most recognized role is as a judge on the popular talent show 'Britain's Got Talent,' which she has been a part of since 2007. She is also a prominent radio personality, co-hosting the 'Heart Breakfast' show alongside Jamie Theakston. Her career showcases her versatility across various entertainment mediums."
June 1940: Grandfather's Experience on RMS Lancastria
In June 1940, Amanda Holden's grandfather, Frank Holden, was aboard the RMS Lancastria when it was bombed by the Wehrmacht outside the port of Saint-Nazaire.
February 1971: Amanda Louise Holden is born
Amanda Louise Holden was born in February 1971.
1991: Blind Date Appearance
Amanda Holden's first television appearance was in 1991, as a contestant on the game show "Blind Date".
1992: Dating George Asprey
In 1992, Amanda Holden dated George Asprey while they were both appearing in "The Sound of Music".
June 1995: Marriage to Les Dennis
Amanda Holden married comedian Les Dennis in June 1995.
1996: Intimate Relations
Amanda Holden played Pamela in "Intimate Relations" in 1996.
1997: "We Know Where You Live" Debut
In 1997, Amanda Holden appeared as a cast member on the Channel 5 sketch show "We Know Where You Live".
1998: The Grimleys
From 1998 to 2001, Amanda Holden appeared in the television show "The Grimleys".
1999: Virtual Sexuality
Amanda Holden appeared in the film "Virtual Sexuality" in 1999.
2000: Temporary Separation from Les Dennis
Amanda Holden and Les Dennis temporarily separated in 2000 following Holden's affair with actor Neil Morrissey.
2001: The Grimleys Ends
In 2001, "The Grimleys" ended its run, but Amanda Holden continued to appear in other shows like "Kiss Me Kate".
December 2002: Separation from Les Dennis
Amanda Holden and Les Dennis separated permanently in December 2002.
2002: Cutting It
From 2002 to 2004, Amanda Holden appeared in the television show "Cutting It".
2003: Divorce from Les Dennis and Allegation of Sexual Assault
Amanda Holden and Les Dennis divorced in 2003. Around this time, Holden alleged that she was sexually assaulted by an unnamed famous comedian at a public event.
June 2004: Thoroughly Modern Millie Closes
The West End production of "Thoroughly Modern Millie", in which Amanda Holden starred, closed earlier than expected in June 2004.
2004: Nominated for Laurence Olivier Award
In 2004, Amanda Holden was nominated for a Laurence Olivier Award for her role in the musical stage show "Thoroughly Modern Millie".
2006: Wild at Heart
From 2006 to 2008, Amanda Holden appeared in the television show "Wild at Heart".
2006: Birth of First Child
In 2006, Amanda Holden gave birth to her first child with her then-fiancé, Chris Hughes.
2007: Amanda Holden Joins Britain's Got Talent
In 2007, Amanda Holden became a judge on the popular television talent competition show, Britain's Got Talent, alongside Simon Cowell.
April 2008: London Marathon for Born Free Foundation
In April 2008, Amanda Holden ran the London Marathon in support of the Born Free Foundation, completing the race in four hours and thirteen minutes.
December 2008: Marriage to Chris Hughes
On December 10, 2008, Amanda Holden married record producer Chris Hughes at Babington House in Somerset. Former Formula One racing driver David Coulthard served as the best man.
2008: Wild at Heart Ends
In 2008, Amanda Holden's run on the television show "Wild at Heart" ended.
April 2009: CBS Offer
In April 2009, Amanda Holden was offered a job as a one-time guest presenter on the US network CBS's "The Early Show".
June 2009: The Early Show Debut
On June 1, 2009, Amanda Holden appeared on "The Early Show" with Harry Smith and Maggie Rodriguez.
July 2009: News of the World Columnist
In July 2009, Amanda Holden took on a new role as a gossip columnist for the News of the World.
2009: Big Top
In 2009, Amanda Holden appeared in the television show "Big Top".
January 2010: Amanda Holden's Fantasy Lives
In January 2010, Amanda Holden presented her own three-part series, "Amanda Holden's Fantasy Lives", in which she explored three of her dream jobs.
November 2010: Tesco Advertisement Deal and Accusations of Double Standard
In November 2010, Amanda Holden faced accusations of a double standard when she signed a deal to appear in advertisements for Tesco, a UK supermarket chain. This followed her campaigning in 2010 to prevent a Sainsbury's supermarket from opening in her hometown of Bishop's Waltham.
May 2011: Shrek The Musical Begins
Amanda Holden began playing the role of Princess Fiona in the original West End production of "Shrek The Musical", which began on May 6, 2011.
June 2011: Shrek The Musical Premiere
On June 14, 2011, "Shrek The Musical", starring Amanda Holden, premiered at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane.
September 2011: Charity Work for Everton F.C. and Great Ormond Street Hospital
In September 2011, Amanda Holden fronted a breast cancer awareness campaign for Everton F.C., a football club for which she is a patron. She also participated in a sponsored event where she baked a cake for every child at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
October 2011: Shrek Departure
On October 3, 2011, Amanda Holden departed from "Shrek The Musical" earlier than planned.
2011: The Nation's Favourite Bee Gees Song
Amanda Holden narrated the documentary "The Nation's Favourite Bee Gees Song" in 2011.
2011: Stillbirth of Son
In 2011, Amanda Holden tragically suffered the stillbirth of her son at seven months.
July 2012: Lorraine Guest Appearance
In July 2012, Amanda Holden guest presented an episode of the show "Lorraine".
2012: Danone Oykos Commercials
Amanda Holden began appearing in television commercials for Danone Oykos low-fat yoghurt in 2012.
2012: Birth of Third Child
Amanda Holden gave birth to her third child in 2012, overcoming medical complications.
2012: Superstar
In 2012, Amanda Holden hosted the television show "Superstar".
October 2013: No Holding Back Release
Amanda Holden's autobiography, "No Holding Back", hit shelves in October 2013 and went on to become a Sunday Times bestseller.
2013: Presenter for RSPCA Animal Hero Awards
Amanda Holden began presenting the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) Animal Hero Awards in 2013.
2013: One Chance
Amanda Holden had an uncredited role in the 2013 film "One Chance".
2013: Celebrity Ambassador for Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
In 2013, Amanda Holden became a celebrity ambassador for Battersea Dogs & Cats Home following her involvement in the Pedigree Petfoods campaign, which she supported alongside fellow ambassador Paul O'Grady.
March 2014: Dispatches Appearance
On March 24, 2014, Amanda Holden hosted an episode of the show "Dispatches" about the treatment for stillbirths and miscarriages.
December 2014: This Morning Co-Host
Amanda Holden began co-hosting "This Morning" in September 2014 and continued until December 2014.
2014: The Sun Military Awards End
In 2014, Amanda Holden stopped co-hosting The Sun Military Awards.
February 2015: Britain's Got Talent Auditions
Amanda Holden took a break from co-hosting "This Morning" in February 2015 to record the "Britain's Got Talent" auditions.
May 2015: Give a Pet a Home
From April to May 2015, Amanda Holden presented "Give a Pet a Home", a series that worked alongside the RSPCA finding homes for animals.
July 2015: This Morning Return
Amanda Holden returned to "This Morning" on March 2, 2015 and continued until July 17, 2015.
December 2015: Text Santa
On December 18, 2015, Amanda Holden was part of the presenting team for ITV's Christmas telethon "Text Santa".
2015: This Morning, Text Santa, and Give a Pet a Home
In 2015, Amanda Holden appeared on the television shows "This Morning", "Text Santa", and "Give a Pet a Home".
2015: Face of Alpen Brighter Morning Challenge
In 2015, Amanda Holden became the new face of the Alpen Brighter Morning Challenge.
July 2016: Lorraine Return
Amanda Holden returned to guest present "Lorraine" in July 2016.
December 2016: Appearance on "Who Do You Think You Are?"
In December 2016, Amanda Holden's ancestry was explored on the BBC programme "Who Do You Think You Are?".
2016: I've Got Something To Tell You
Amanda Holden presented a factual series called "I've Got Something to Tell You" in 2016.
2016: Stepping Out
Amanda Holden starred in a West End revival of "Stepping Out" in 2016.
March 2017: Stepping Out at the Vaudeville Theatre
In March 2017, Amanda Holden starred in a West End revival of "Stepping Out" at the Vaudeville Theatre.
2017: The Worst Witch
In 2017, Amanda Holden appeared as Miss Pentangle in CBBC's "The Worst Witch".
2017: Renovation of Cottage in Chipping Norton
Since 2017, Amanda Holden has been renovating a cottage she owns in Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire.
June 2018: PETA Campaign for Orca Treatment
In June 2018, Amanda Holden participated in an awareness campaign for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) by posing as a mermaid in an underwater photoshoot by Zena Holloway. The campaign aimed to highlight the "disgusting treatment" of orca whales at SeaWorld.
April 2019: Heart Breakfast Announcement
In April 2019, it was announced that Amanda Holden would replace Emma Bunton as co-host of "Heart Breakfast" with Jamie Theakston.
2019: Virgin EMI Records Contract
Amanda Holden signed a recording contract with Virgin EMI Records in 2019.
2020: Songs from My Heart
In 2020, Amanda Holden released her debut studio album, "Songs from My Heart", which reached the top 5 on the UK Albums Chart.
2020: Fundraising for the NHS
In 2020, Amanda Holden was involved in fundraising efforts for the National Health Service (NHS) during the COVID-19 pandemic.
October 2021: Neighbours Filming
Amanda Holden began filming for the Australian soap opera "Neighbours" in October 2021, appearing as Harriet Wallace.
2021: Eurovision Song Contest Spokesperson
Amanda Holden was the British spokesperson for the Eurovision Song Contest in 2021, where she awarded the UK's 12 jury points to France.
2021: The Holden Girls: Mandy & Myrtle
In 2021, Amanda Holden appeared in "The Holden Girls: Mandy & Myrtle", a comedy mockumentary series.
2022: Neighbours Debut
Amanda Holden made her debut as Harriet Wallace in the Australian soap opera "Neighbours" in 2022.
