Jeremy Wade
- Born:
- 23 March 1956, Woodbridge, Suffolk, England
- Nationality:
- British
- Profession(s):
- Biologist, TV presenter, Writer, Angler
Early Life and Education
- Wade developed an interest in fishing at a young age, beginning at age 7 on the River Stour in East Anglia.
- Educated at Gresham's School, Holt, Norfolk.
- Graduated with a degree in Zoology from the University of Bristol.
- Postgraduate studies in zoology.
Career and Major Achievements
- Early career involved working as a translator and in various other jobs to fund fishing expeditions.
- Achieved international recognition as the host of the television series River Monsters (2009-2017).
- River Monsters focused on investigating reports of giant freshwater fish potentially dangerous to humans.
- Authored books and articles on angling and freshwater fish.
- Hosted other television series, including Mighty Rivers (2019) and Dark Waters (2020).
- His work contributed significantly to public awareness of freshwater ecosystems and conservation.
Notable Works
Television Series
Title | Years | Notes |
---|---|---|
River Monsters | 2009-2017 | Host and investigator |
Mighty Rivers | 2019 | Host and investigator |
Dark Waters | 2020 | Host and investigator |
Jeremy Wade's How to Boil an Egg | 2023 | Host |
Books
- River Monsters: True Stories of the Ones That Did Get Away (2011)
- Somewhere Down the Crazy River (1992)
Legacy and Impact
Jeremy Wade gained significant recognition through "jeremy wade river monsters biography," leading to broader awareness of freshwater ecology and conservation efforts and popularizing angling.