Tim Willcox

Chief presenter for BBC News

TV Presenter / Broadcaster

One of the most recognisable and trusted faces in UK and international news, after many years as a BBC Anchor – Also, a Moderator, Event MC, Keynote Speaker

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What Tim Willcox's clients say

Here is some of the feedback from audiences and clients who have worked with Tim.

"Thanks very much indeed for a super show last evening, great reviews. You are a top pro and a joy to work with…"

Trevor Pereira,

MD,

Flagship Events, Dubai

"Outstanding"

Donald Payen,

CEO,

Air Mauritius

"It was wonderful to have you here as one of the key ingredients of the Literary Festival. The moderator’s role is crucial to the enjoyment of both the authors and the audiences…everyone had the most marvellous time."

Isobel Abulhoul,

CEO,

Emirates Literature Foundation

"A great conference and your presentation and global perspective was so well received. We loved your segment as a key note speaker"

Greg Habeeb,

President,

World Hotels North America

"I want to thank you personally for joining us in Buenos Aires and in particular, for your participation on the main stage at the 18th WTTC Global Summit. Your willingness to share your time and expertise was critical to the overall success of the event."

Gloria Guevara,

President CEO,

World Travel and Tourism Council

"Praise is often not shared as frequently as it should be. Initial feedback has been excellent, your panel was a great exchange between the best minds on the topic and you facilitated a great discussion. Your experience and understanding was of paramount importance."

Laurie Myers,

International Partnerships,

Jacobs Media Group

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Tim Willcox's 2024 biography

Meet Tim Willcox

Tim Willcox is best known as a professional TV presenter – versatile and relaxed in even the most challenging and sensitive situations. As a BBC News Anchor for more than 20 years, Tim brought clarity to international audiences during some of the biggest breaking stories in recent history. Now as an independent journalist and broadcaster, his ability to encapsulate and explain the essence of complicated and fast moving events is as relevant as ever.

Tim frequently chairs, moderates and is a keynote speaker at major corporate conferences and festivals in the UK and around the world. He is adept at handling key interviews and panel discussions, and brings organisational skill, fluency, personality and energy to his role.

Beginning his career on London’s Fleet Street in the 1980s, Tim has written for leading UK papers including the Times, Telegraph, Mirror Group, FT and Spectator. Tim’s TV career started at ITN as a correspondent and presenter, followed by the BBC where he anchored BBC flagship news programmes from London and around the world. Working in the field and the studio he has covered some of the most tumultuous events in modern history.

A born storyteller and communicator, Tim has brought sensitivity and global attention to people’s darkest and also happiest moments. He is equally at home interviewing leaders from the business, cultural, military and political communities.

Tim has produced and presented several highly acclaimed documentaries on a wide range of subjects.

As a practising trumpeter, a published author and Spanish speaker, the fields of music and literature are of particular interest.