Glenda Gilson facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Glenda Gilson
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Gilson at ADIFF 2016
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| Born | 3 March 1981 |
| Nationality | Irish |
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| Height | 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) |
| Hair colour | Brown |
| Eye colour | Green |
Glenda Gilson (born 3 March 1981) is a well-known Irish television presenter and former model. She became famous for her work on TV shows like Xposé and Ireland's Got Mór Talent.
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Glenda Gilson: TV Star and Model
Starting as a Model
Glenda Gilson began her career in modeling. In 2002, she represented Ireland in the Miss Hawaiian Tropic competition. This event took place in Oahu. She went on to win the title for Europe.
Her success as a model helped her become known internationally. She appeared in popular magazines such as Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, and Company. She was also featured in Ireland's own VIP magazine.
Becoming a TV Presenter
In 2006, Glenda Gilson started a new career in television presenting. She became the face of the Irish music channel Bubble Hits. On this channel, she hosted a news and entertainment show called Glenda's Showbiz Gossip.
From 2008, she presented the popular show Xposé. She continued to host Xposé until it finished in 2019.
Fun TV Shows
Glenda Gilson also appeared on several reality television shows. In March 2008, she was a contestant on the RTÉ reality show, Celebrity Bainisteoir.
In 2012, she took part in the TV3 reality show, Celebrity Salon.
In December 2017, Glenda was announced as the host of Ireland's Got Mór Talent. This was a companion show for Ireland's Got Talent. She hosted it alongside social media star, James Kavanagh. They returned for a second series in 2019.
In 2020, Glenda Gilson participated in the fourth season of Dancing with the Stars in Ireland. She danced with her professional partner, Robert Rowiński. They were eliminated from the competition on 26 January 2020.
Personal Life
Glenda Gilson is the niece of former Fianna Fáil politician Liam Lawlor.
In August 2014, Glenda married Dublin businessman Rob MacNaughton. Their wedding took place at St Senan's Church in Kilrush, County Clare. Glenda and Rob have two sons together.
