Richard Bacon

Richard Paul Bacon is an English television and radio presenter. He was a host of the children's show Blue Peter—his first high-profile media role—until he was fired in 1998 after 18 months for admitting to taking cocaine. He has since worked as a reporter or presenter on numerous television shows, including The Big Breakfast, and on radio stations including Capital FM, Xfm London and BBC Radio Five Live. In 2016 Bacon became the presenter of The National Geographic Channel's reboot of its documentary/panel discussion TV series, Explorer.

Richard Bacon is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 26 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Brit Cops (2008), The Big Breakfast (1992), Top of the Pops (1964), Have I Got News for You (1990), Newsnight (1980), Celebrity Juice (2008), Have I Got a Bit More News for You, 8 Out of 10 Cats (2005). The recorded credits span 1958 to 2026, including 0 movies and 26 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.