If you like nature shows, you’ve probably seen Jeremy Wade dive deep into the ocean to research marine life and catch undersea monsters.
The host of Secrets of the Deep has spent more than a decade trying to solve the mysteries of the deep. But, in doing so, Jeremy Wade maintains a part of his life, primarily personal, hidden from view. Here’s what you should be aware of.
Wade didn’t have it easy when it came to success
Wade, who was born on March 23, 1956, in Ipswich, England, has faced several challenges throughout his career. He had been undecided about his profession decision for the better part of his life.
From a young age, the TV host had a penchant for catching fish. His parents, notably his workaholic minister father, encouraged his pastime and allowed him to walk along the Stour River in Suffolk.
Wade studied Zoology at Bristol University and is fascinated with nature. Following his graduation, he pursued his passion of becoming a teacher. However, the job did not provide him with the joy he had hoped for, nor did it provide him with financial assistance.
As a result, he quit teaching and began looking for a new job. For a small period of time, he even worked for an advertising agency.
Finally, he combined his childhood interest for marine life with his studies and began reporting on marine life, going to numerous locations, and gaining recognition. However, he had lost both of his parents by the time his career became stable.
How He Became a Part of the Television Industry
Wade began his career as a reporter covering aquatic wildlife. To fund his travels, he worked as a newspaper reporter and at construction sites, farms, and cafes.
When he visited India in 1982, his career underwent a 180-degree reversal. He managed to stay in the country for roughly three months on a budget of around $250, fishing in the vast Ganges river.
When he returned to England, he wrote writings about his experiences fishing in India. The documents, which were seen by millions of people, led to him receiving grants from various funding bodies, allowing him to continue his angling adventures in newer, more exotic areas.
He worked on a TV show in 2002, but then went through a rut. In 2008, he returned to India to continue his research. That same year, he created a single-episode program for Animal Planet’s River Monsters. However, as soon as the show premiered, it became a hit, propelling Wade to celebrity.
Wade’s show, River Monsters, became a fan favorite. It’s fair to say that the program helped him boost his bottom line significantly. He’s been busy hosting television shows including Expedition Unknown, Jeremy Wade’s Mighty Rivers, and Jeremy Wade’s Dark Waters since the show aired. He presented Mysteries of the Deep in 2020.
According to Celebrity Net Worth, his compensation from ongoing projects has increased his net worth to $2 million.
Is Jeremy Wade married or unmarried?
Wade may or may not be single. That’s because the 65-year-old has never mentioned having a wife or partner during his decade-long career. Wade, a self-described introvert, doesn’t post anything about his love life on social media. To top it all, Wade has admitted to living alone in his home in the United Kingdom’s south.
He revealed his personal life in a May 2021 interview with Kara Mayer Robinson, revealing that he lived alone in his house. Wade also revealed that when he was bored, he went to his brother’s house to see his family.
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