What is Cat Deeley’s net worth? Her fortune after SYTYCD and joining This Morning

What is Cat Deeley’s net worth? Her fortune after SYTYCD and joining This Morning

Cat Deeley’s net worth in 2025 is estimated to be between $7 million and $18 million. Her fortune is a result of a long and successful career in television, particularly from her time on So You Think You Can Dance (SYTYCD) in the U.S. and her recent role as a main presenter on This Morning in the UK.

Cat Deeley in London, England.
Cat Deeley at The O2 Arena in London, England (L). Cat Deeley at the Guildhall in London (R). Photo: Tristan Fewings, Ben Whitley (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • As of 2025, Cat Deeley’s net worth ranges between $7 million and $18 million.
  • Her income reflects her long career in television and entertainment.
  • Deeley’s breakthrough in the US came in 2006 when she hosted the hit reality show, So You Think You Can Dance, for Fox.

Profile summary

Full name

Catherine Elizabeth Deeley

Date of birth

23 October 1976

Age

49 years old (as of 2025)

Place of birth

West Bromwich, West Midlands, England

Current residence

London, United Kingdom

Nationality

British

Father

Howard Deeley

Mother

Janet Deeley

Siblings

One brother (Max Deeley)

Relationship status

Separated

Husband

Patrick Kielty

Children

Milo, James

Education

Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School

Profession

Television presenter, actress, model

Social media

Instagram

Facebook

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Cat Deeley’s net worth in 2025

According to Celebrity Net Worth, The Sun and The Richest, Cat Deeley’s net worth in 2025 is reportedly between $7 million and $18 million. She has amassed this wealth through her long and successful career as a television presenter, working on popular shows in both the UK and the United States, as well as through brand endorsements and media appearances.

Five fast facts about Cat Deeley.
Five fast facts about Cat Deeley. Photo: Ben Whitley/ Getty Images (modified by author)
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How much does Cat Deeley get paid?

Cat Deeley’s salary in 2025 is primarily driven by her major ITV contract and her long-standing role on US television. In late 2024, as documented by The Sun, Deeley reportedly signed a new deal worth approximately £600,000 ($800,000) per year to continue her role on This Morning until the spring of 2026.

For her role in So You Think You Can Dance (US), Cat earned $60,000 per episode. She hosted the show from 2005 to 2020.

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A look at Cat Deeley’s television career

After a modelling career with the Storm agency, she transitioned to television in 1997, co-hosting Hitlist UK on MTV with Edith Bowman. She shot to fame co-hosting the children’s show SMTV Live (1998–2002) alongside Ant & Dec, winning a Children’s BAFTA in 2001. During this time, she also hosted the music chart spin-off CD: UK.

Cat Deeley in London, England.
Cat Deeley at Raffles London at The OWO on 13 February 2025 in London, England. Photo: John Phillips
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Cat further established herself by hosting high-profile UK programs, including Fame Academy (2002–2003), Stars in Their Eyes (2003–2006), and the 2004 Brit Awards. In 2006, she moved to the US to host So You Think You Can Dance (SYTYCD) on Fox. Her work on the show earned her five Primetime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Reality Host.

Reflecting her career move to the US in 2006, he told AllBright in 2021:

It’s so difficult to know when a project is right for you. It was hard moving to LA, not necessarily because of work; it was all the other things – finding somewhere to live, driving on the other side of the road. It meant I didn’t have time to overthink work and worry too much about being ‘a success’.

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The television presenter became a regular presence on US television, serving as an entertainment correspondent for The Tonight Show and Good Morning America. She also pursued acting, notably starring in the Hulu series Deadbeat (2014–2015).

After returning to the UK, Deeley was confirmed as a permanent co-presenter for ITV’s This Morning in February 2024, hosting alongside Ben Shephard. In 2025, she took on a new hosting role for the revival of The Joe Schmo Show.

Cat Deeley in Los Angeles, California.
Cat Deeley at the 2023 FOX Winter Junket at Fox Studio Lot on 13 December 2023 in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Leon Bennett
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Cat Deeley’s house and real estate investments

Cat purchased a contemporary ridge-top home in Beverly Hills for $2.7 million in 2006 and listed it for just under $5 million in August 2020. During her 14-year tenure at the property, she and her husband, Patrick Kielty, performed extensive renovations, adding high-end amenities such as a gym, spa, and pool.

Frequently asked questions

How much is Cat Deeley's ex-husband worth?

Cat Deeley’s ex-husband, the Irish comedian and television presenter Patrick Kielty, has an estimated net worth of $7 million, largely derived from his television and radio career and his business ventures.

Cat Deeley in London, England.
Cat Deeley at The Pride of Britain Awards 2024 at The Grosvenor House Hotel on 21 October 2024 in London, England. Photo: Karwai Tang
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What did Cat Deeley do before This Morning?

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Before joining This Morning in 2024, This Morning presenter built an international reputation through SMTV Live in the UK and her long-running role on So You Think You Can Dance in the US.

How much does Alison Hammond earn This Morning?

While Alison Hammond’s official salary for This Morning is not publicly disclosed, multiple reports from 2025 estimate she earns approximately £600,000 annually for her work on the show.

Who are Cat Deeley’s children?

The English television presenter Cat Deeley has two sons with her husband, Patrick Kielty: Milo, born in January 2016, and James, born in June 2018.

Conclusion

Cat Deeley’s net worth reflects decades of success in television, with So You Think You Can Dance playing a major role in building her international profile and earnings. Her move back to the UK and high-profile role on This Morning have further strengthened her financial position.

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Rodah Mogeni (Lifestyle writer) She is a content creator with more than 4 years of experience. She graduated from Chuka University with a BA degree in Journalism and Mass Communication (2023). She joined Briefly in 2019. Rodah has been working as a health/fitness writer at BetterMe (since 2020), London Brokers, The Hoth, and Ardor Content. In 2023, Rodah finished the AFP course on Digital Investigation Techniques. Her email is rodahmugeni998@gmail.com