Sports Broadcaster, First Woman To Present Live Football in Asia, Author of ‘Why It’s Ok to Talk About Trauma’ & Won the JustGiving Celebrity Fundraiser of the Year

Charlie Webster is a broadcaster, host, and one of the most recognisable figures in sport. She made history as the first woman to present live football in Asia and later became the first female to host a heavyweight world title fight. Alongside her broadcasting career with ITV, Sky, and the BBC, Charlie is a dedicated advocate for survivors of abuse and mental health awareness. Through extreme endurance challenges, including Ironman races, 16 marathons, and a 3,000-mile cycle to Rio, she has raised vital funds and inspired audiences worldwide with her powerful story of resilience.

Credentials and Impact

Charlie began her broadcasting career covering football in Asia between 2006 and 2008, becoming the first woman to anchor live matches. She went on to present at three FIFA World Cups, Wimbledon, the Olympics, Formula 1, America’s Cup, and numerous European and world title boxing fights, including making history in 2015 as the first female to host a heavyweight world title fight. Her work across ITV, Sky Sports, BBC, ESPN, and international networks established her as one of sport’s most versatile and trusted presenters.

Alongside her career, Charlie has been open about surviving sexual abuse, an experience that shaped her dedication to advocacy for other victims. She has become a prominent campaigner for Women’s Aid, spoken at the US Senate and United Nations on safeguarding, and advised the Ministry of Justice on the Secretary of State’s Victims Panel.

In 2016, after surviving a near-fatal case of malaria, Charlie became an ambassador for Malaria No More and fronted global campaigns alongside David Beckham, later addressing the United Nations on the issue. She has been honoured with the JustGiving Celebrity Fundraiser of the Year and the Fundraising Hero Award by the British Parliament, reflecting her impact as both a broadcaster and campaigner for systemic change.

Publications and Media

Charlie is the author of ‘Why It’s Ok to Talk About Trauma’, recognised for its powerful insights on recovery and resilience. She has developed and presented acclaimed documentaries, including  ‘Nowhere to Run’ and ‘Ian Wright: Home Truths’ (BBC One), ‘Malaria Must Die’, and ‘Scamanda’ (ABC/Hulu). Her award-winning podcasts with Lionsgate include ‘Surviving El Chapo’, ‘Died and Survived’, ‘Undiscussable’, and ‘My Sporting Mind’, alongside regular appearances on BBC, ITV, Sky, and global media.

Why Hire Charlie Webster?

Charlie Webster is a speaker who combines credibility, lived experience, and a gift for connection. Her 2019 TEDx talk with the NHS, ‘Why Rethinking PTSD Can Change Everything’, showcased her ability to inspire audiences through personal truth and powerful storytelling. She has since spoken at the UN, US Senate, UK Parliament, and global conferences, engaging leaders on safeguarding, resilience, and mental health.

Charlie’s style blends professionalism with authenticity. As an event host, she has chaired congresses and interviewed global icons including Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone, while her broadcasting background ensures she brings polish and impact to every stage. Audiences respond to her openness about surviving abuse and trauma, and to her determination to turn pain into progress. Whether as a keynote speaker, panellist, or host, Charlie leaves listeners not only inspired but empowered to take action in their own lives and communities.

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