Everything you need to know about KISS presenter Tyler West
He's moving to KISS Breakfast!
Last updated 26th Jan 2026
Since joining the KISS family in 2019, Tyler West has brought nothing but good vibes and big laughs to the airwaves. When he’s not on the radio, Ty’s been popping up on huge TV shows and repping KISS at some of the UK’s biggest festivals.
Tyler, who starred in the 2022 series of Strictly Come Dancing (where he met his now fiancée Molly Rainford), will be the face of the new KISS Breakfast show very soon, so here's everything you need to know about Tyler and his show.
When is Tyler on KISS?
For the last seven years, Tyler was on KISS every weekday between 4pm-7pm, but his final show was on Friday 23rd January 2026.
In the coming weeks, Tyler is going to join Chloe Burrows to host a new KISS Breakfast show, as Jordan and Perrie depart.
Speaking about the upcoming new show, Tyler said: "KISS FAM! The mornings are gonna be unreal! Taking over from my boys Jordan and Perri is huge... but trust me I’m ready to bring it! It’s time for big laughs and bigger tunes. KISS is where home is - this is your new breakfast show where the door is always open. It’s gonna be carnage!"
Ahead of the new show, Ty joined us for a chat where he answered some all-important questions...
What is your favourite thing about presenting?
“My favourite thing about presenting is probably how no day is ever the same and I get to chat to so many different people.”
What is your favourite thing about KISS Breakfast?
“Every single day you wake up and you know it’s going to be absolute carnage, but it’s also the energy you need to get through your day. And Chloe is a big part of that energy, she’s the reason why I’m going to laugh and cry every morning."
What is the one track that never gets old no matter how many times you hear it?
'Temperature' by Sean Paul.
What vibes you bringing?
“Endless. It’s almost like if you were to invite me to your wedding, I am the last person that will have to be kicked out of your venue. I don’t have an off switch. The vibes are endless and they are so varied. It’s like an all-inclusive buffet."
What single moment stands out for you at KISS?
“Landing the KISS Breakfast show. Seven years ago, I’d never ever done radio in my life, and now I’m doing the KISS Breakfast show, that’s like a dream come true in radio world.”
What track gets you going on a morning?
'Energy' by Tinie Tempah and Alex Mills.
You can find out more about the new KISS Breakfast show right here.
How long has Tyler been on KISS?
Tyler has been with the KISS family since 2019.
On Thursday 8th January 2026, Tyler celebrated his seven-year anniversary at KISS. Sharing snaps on social media, he wrote: 'Today is 7 years since I started at @playkissuk 🤯 Such a big part of my life I’m lucky enough to call home. It’s been a journey! I’m forever grateful for the people along the way & anyone that’s ever supported! 🙌🏽'. (sic)
Who is Tyler West?
Tyler is a radio host, TV presenter and DJ who got his start presenting children's TV. He has since presented a number of shows including Celebrity Ex On The Beach, Blue Peter, Flat Out Fabulous and the 2020 EE BAFTA Film Awards Red Carpet Live Show.
In recent years, Tyler has been a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing and Celebrity Race Across The World, as well as having regular appearances on Daytime show Lorraine.
How old is he?
Tyler was born on 1st April 1996, meaning he is currently 29-years-old.
Where is he from?
He was born in Sutton in South London.
How did he get into radio?
After having his very own podcast called The Every Day Hustle' Tyler demo'd for KISS and the rest is history!
Explaining how he got here, Tyler said: "KISS called me up to try out radio and I was BUZZING. I've always been a DJ but never hosted a radio show so it was dream come true."
Is Tyler West on social media?
Follow him on Instagram here.
Follow him on TikTok here.
Who is Tyler West dating?
Tyler is engaged to former EastEnders actress Molly Rainford! The pair met during the 2022 series of Strictly and have since gone on to be inseparable! After moving in together, Ty popped the question to Mol during a romantic trip to Mykonos in 2025.
The couple then gave off complete relationship goals when they appeared on the 2025 series of Celebrity Race Across The World.
You can read all about Tyler and Molly's relationship right here.
What TV shows has Tyler West been on?
Tyler has appeared on a number of popular TV shows over the years. Whether he's been a presenter, a guest, or a contestant, we love seeing him grace our TV screens.
Celebrity Race Across The World: Contestant on the 2025 series
Strictly Come Dancing: Contestant on the 2022 series
Lorraine: Entertainment reporter
Big Brother: Late & Live: Guest
Flat Out Fabulous: Host
The MTV Movie Show: Host
Bridge of Lies: Celebrity Specials: Guest
MTV News: Host
Tyler West on Celebrity Race Across The World
Tyler took part in the third series of Celebrity Race Across The World in 2025, alongside his fiancée Molly Rainford.
Up against Anita Rani and her dad Balvinder, Roman Kemp and his sister Harley Moon, and Dylan Llewelyn and his mum Jackie, the pair travelled from Isla Mujeres in the Caribbean to the remote and breath-taking Península de La Guajira in Colombia – the gateway to South America.
After six incredible weeks, Ty and Molly were pipped to victory (thanks to a broken speedboat) by Roman and Harley Moon.
You can read all about Tyler's Celebrity Race Across The World journey right here.
Tyler West on Strictly Come Dancing
Tyler signed up for the 2022 series of BBC entertainment show Strictly Come Dancing, and his moves were insane!
Paired with Australian pro dancer Dianne Buswell, the pair wowed with some INCREDIBLE routines. Sadly, Tyler's journey came to an end in Week Nine when he and Dianne ended up in the dance off against Molly Rainford and Carlos Gu, who the judges chose to save.
Despite scoring an impressive 35/40 in his final performance, Tyler was the eighth celeb to be eliminated from the series. After the show, he posted an emotional message on Instagram reflecting on his Strictly journey.
Read all about Tyler on Strictly Come Dancing right here.
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Here to start your day with HUGE tunes, laughs and vibes are best mates Jordan and Perri. Explaining what listeners can expect from their show, the boys told us: "Vibes and energy in the morning is our moto: the biggest celeb guests, the latest tunes and just two best mates joking around every weekday when you wake up!"
Find out more about Jordan, Perri and their Breakfast show here.
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Tyler
Tyler is on KISS every Monday to Friday from 4pm- 7pm.
Keep your afternoon moving with Tyler on KISS. He's got the BIGGEST tunes around PLUS the latest showbiz news. When you tune into Tyler you can expect: "Energy. I'm your friend that you always invite to the motive. It's the home straight BABY, the final leg of your day and I've got gotchuuuuu."
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Henrie
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Elz
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