Jordan Mayowa Banjo (born 31 December 1992)[1] is a Nigerian-British street dancer, best known as a current member of the dance troupe Diversity, who won the third series of Britain's Got Talent. He and fellow Diversity star Perri Kiely co-host the KISS weekday breakfast show. He is the younger brother of fellow Diversity member Ashley Banjo.
Jordan Banjo | |
|---|---|
| Born | Jordan Mayowa Banjo 31 December 1992 |
| Occupation(s) | Street dancer, television and radio presenter |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Spouse |
Naomi Courts (m. 2022) |
| Children | 3 |
| Career | |
| Current group | Diversity |
| Dances | Street dance |
| Relatives | Ashley Banjo (brother) |
Dancing career
editBefore 2007: Swift Moves Juniors
editPrior to the formation of Diversity in 2007 Jordan was a member of Swift Moves Juniors, along with fellow Diversity members Sam Craske and Warren Russell.[2]
2007–present: Diversity
editJordan is currently a member of the dance troupe Diversity, who were formed in 2007 and won the third series of Britain's Got Talent in 2009.
Television and radio presenting career
editTelevision work and presenting
editJordan, alongside fellow Diversity member Perri Kiely, took on the role of the backstage presenters for the fourth series of Got to Dance in the Spring of 2013.
In Summer 2013, Jordan and Perri hosted their own television show called Jordan and Perri's Ultimate Block Party, which saw them transform a club (Swim Team, Youth Club etc.) into a dance troupe.
It was announced on 17 February 2014 that Jordan and Perri would be the UK hosts for the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2014
Jordan and Perri were again announced as UK hosts for the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards for 2015 and 2016
On 10 November 2016, Banjo was confirmed to be taking part in I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here. Jordan Banjo was the fourth celebrity to leave the jungle on 29 November 2016.
In 2018, Banjo was the backstage digital presenter for Dancing on Ice. The following year, he started co-hosting The Greatest Dancer with Alesha Dixon.
In 2021, Banjo appeared as Viper on The Masked Dancer. He was the first celebrity to be unmasked.
In 2023, he was runner up in I'm a Celebrity... South Africa.[3]
Radio work
editOn 3 August 2020 Banjo, and fellow Diversity star Perri Kiely, became the new hosts of the KISS Breakfast Show. Replacing Tom & Daisy.[4][needs update]
Filmography
edit| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Britain's Got Talent | Winner, as part of Diversity |
| 2010 | StreetDance 3D | Member of Aaron's Crew |
| 2012–2014 | Ashley Banjo's Secret Street Crew | Mentor |
| 2013 | Got to Dance | Backstage Co-presenter |
| Got to Dance: Auditions Uncut | Voiceover | |
| Jordan and Perri's Ultimate Block Party | Co-presenter | |
| 2014 | Jordan and Perri's Xmas Slime | Himself[5] |
| 2014–present | Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards | UK Co-host |
| 2015 | Diversity Live | Himself |
| 2016 | I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! | Participant |
| 2018 | Dancing on Ice | Backstage Digital Host[6] |
| 2019–2020 | The Greatest Dancer | Co-presenter |
| 2020 | The Chase Celebrity Special | Contestant |
| 2020 | Catchphrase Celebrity Christmas Special | Contestant |
| 2020 | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Celebrity Special | Christmas Special, Contestant |
| 2020–present | KISS Breakfast | Presenter with Perri Kiely |
| 2021 | The Masked Dancer | Viper |
| 2021 | Eat Well For Less | Co-presenter |
| 2023 | I'm a Celebrity... South Africa | Participant |
References
edit- ^ "Jordan Banjo". Archived from the original on 10 November 2013. Retrieved 18 February 2014.
- ^ "'Diversity Juniors' vs Trial n Error Crew Street Dance Battle (The Jump Off 77)". YouTube. Retrieved 5 January 2014.
- ^ "I'm A Celebrity Unveils Line-Up For Upcoming All Stars Series In South Africa". HuffPost UK. 26 March 2023. Retrieved 26 March 2023.
- ^ "Diversity duo replace Tom & Daisy on KISS Breakfast". RadioToday. 23 June 2020. Retrieved 29 July 2020.
- ^ "Jordan and Perri's Xmas Slime". nickelodeon. Retrieved 29 November 2014.
- ^ "Twitter:Joining @Schofe, @hollywills..." @dancingonice. 8 December 2017. Retrieved 8 December 2017.
