Former children's TV star Kirsten O'Brien won the Celebrity Mastermind competition, showcasing her knowledge and wit. She chose author Daphne du Maurier as her specialist subject and bested a lineup of notable personalities. O'Brien donated her appearance fee to charity.
Former children's television presenter Kirsten O'Brien made a triumphant return to the small screen, taking on the challenging Celebrity Mastermind quiz show . Known for her decade-long stint on the CBBC art program SMart and its spin-off SMarteenies, O'Brien showcased her sharp wit and knowledge during the program. O'Brien, who is 53, has had a diverse career spanning various television genres.
From competing in the BBC lumberjack competition Bring It On to participating in nature shows like Springwatch Trackers, she has proven her versatility. She even contemplated posing for a lads' magazine to shed her children's TV image in a BBC documentary titled Kirsten's Topless Ambition but ultimately decided against it. Her television experience also includes on-the-ground reporting for GMTV, interviewing soap stars for EastEnders: The Aftermath, and tackling demanding car-based challenges for The World's Toughest Driving Tests alongside friend Will Mellor. More recently, she has specialized in radio, becoming a newsreader for Andrew Peach's Breakfast Show on BBC Radio Berkshire before taking on the role of main presenter last year. In the Celebrity Mastermind episode, O'Brien impressed viewers by choosing the life of author Daphne du Maurier as her specialist subject. She faced stiff competition from football commentator Guy Mowbray, actor Tyger Drew-Honey, and former politician Justine Greening. In the end, O'Brien emerged victorious, donating her appearance fee to Babies in Buscot Support & Teesside Hospice. After the episode aired, O'Brien shared her joy and revealed that she had been keeping her trophy hidden since filming in September. She expressed gratitude for the support she received from fans, including comedian Sarah McMillan, author Daisy Buchanan, and All Things Quiz
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