Five things you didn’t know about Kate Thornton, the host of afternoons on Greatest Hits Radio
Get to know Kate even more!
Last updated 18th Feb 2025
Kate Thornton would like to invite you to lunch! In her brand-new show, Kate will keep you company every weekday from 1pm, just after Ken. She’s long been part of the Greatest Hits Radio family, but we thought we’d take the opportunity to get a little personal and bring you five things you might not know about Kate!
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Kate Thornton named the Spice Girls
Kate was the youngest ever editor of pop Bible, Smash Hits, and actually gave the Spice Girls their iconic names - Sporty, Scary, Baby, Posh and Ginger – as part of one of their first Smash Hits interviews.
Kate and Jenny Powell are best friends
Kate's BFF is our very own Jenny Powell and each summer they take their kids on holiday together.
Kate Thornton was the first The X Factor host
She has the X-Factor! Kate hosted the show and crowned winners including Leona Lewis and Shayne Ward.
Kate is also a film star...
You can spot Kate hosting the red carpet in the enchanted kingdom of Far Far Away in Shrek 2.
Kate’s got royal connections
Kate recently interviewed HRH Princess Eugenie for her podcast White Wine Question Time and hosts ITV's Royal Beat, bringing you all the latest Royal family news.
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