Sophy Ridge: From Sunday Politics to Breakfast Television – A New Chapter in British Broadcasting
A Rising Star in Political Journalism
Sophy Ridge, an accomplished English broadcast journalist, has been a prominent figure at Sky News since 2011, where she serves as the lead politics presenter and hosts the Politics Hub with Sophy Ridge at 7 pm.
Recent Achievements and Recognition
In a significant career development, Sky News has announced Ridge as their new breakfast show presenter alongside Wilfred Frost. This announcement follows her successful tenure as host of the Politics Hub and her recognition as RTS Presenter of the Year at the RTS Television Journalism Awards 2025.
Her presenting style has earned particular praise from industry professionals, with judges noting her ‘disarming toughness with huge likeability’, while Sky executives commend her ability to bring warmth and passion to political coverage, engaging audiences with her authenticity.
Professional Background and Expertise
Ridge has made her mark in political journalism by breaking significant stories, including being the first journalist to uncover Jeremy Corbyn’s Labour leadership victory. Beyond broadcasting, she is also an author, having published ‘The Women Who Shaped Politics’ in 2017, exploring the history of women in Westminster.
Looking Ahead
As Sky News continues to strengthen its position in broadcast journalism, having achieved record viewership in 2025, Ridge’s role becomes increasingly significant in covering major events, from international conflicts to seismic elections in the UK and US. Her transition to breakfast television marks a new chapter in British broadcasting, promising to bring her distinctive approach to morning news coverage.
