Who is Stacey Dooley? Biography, Age & Net Worth

Stacey Dooley, born Stacey Jacqueline Dooley on March 9, 1987, in Luton, England, is a British television presenter, journalist, and author renowned for her hard-hitting investigative documentaries and advocacy for social justice. Raised in a working-class family, she left school at 15 and worked retail jobs before her breakthrough in media.

Breakthrough with BBC Documentaries
Dooley rose to prominence in 2008 as a participant in BBC Three’s Blood, Sweat and T-Shirts, a documentary exposing labor exploitation in India’s fashion industry. Her raw curiosity and empathetic approach resonated with audiences, leading to her own series, Stacey Dooley Investigates (2010–present). The show tackled global issues like child trafficking, drug wars, and extremism, cementing her reputation as a fearless journalist.

Television Career and Mainstream Recognition

• Strictly Come Dancing: In 2018, she won the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing with professional partner Kevin Clifton, boosting her mainstream visibility.
• BBC Two Series: Hosted Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over (2020–2022), exploring subcultures and lifestyles, and Stacey Dooley: Ready for War? (2023), training with the Ukrainian military.
• BBC One: Fronted Stacey Dooley: Shut Up and Dance (2024), a dance competition for non-professionals.

Writing and Advocacy
Dooley authored On the Frontline with the Women Who Fight Back (2018), highlighting women overcoming oppression. A vocal advocate for mental health and women’s rights, she works with charities like UNICEF and Women for Women International.

Personal Life
Dooley is engaged to Kevin Clifton, her former Strictly partner, and they have a daughter, Minnie, born in January 2023. She often discusses balancing motherhood with her demanding career.

Net Worth
As of 2024, Stacey Dooley’s net worth is estimated at £1.5–2 million, earned through BBC contracts, book sales, brand partnerships (e.g., Garnier, eBay), and public speaking engagements.

Legacy
Dooley’s grassroots storytelling style—combining empathy with unflinching scrutiny of systemic issues—has redefined investigative journalism for younger audiences. Critics praise her ability to humanize complex topics, while her Strictly success showcases her versatility as a presenter.

Awards and Recognition

• Royal Television Society Award (2018) for Stacey Dooley Investigates: Face to Face with ISIS.
• BAFTA TV Award nomination (2019) for Brainwashing Stacey.

Current Work
In 2024, she continues to produce documentaries while expanding into entertainment formats, proving her adaptability in an evolving media landscape.