Kate Ferdinand is a beloved TV personality, author, and influencer; married to ex-footballer Rio Ferdinand. As a mum of two and stepmum to Rio’s three children, she shared her journey in the BBC One documentary Rio and Kate: Becoming a Stepfamily. The overwhelming response led her to create the Blended Podcast and online space for blended families.

As a patron for Child Bereavement UK, Kate is a respected voice on parenting. She’s graced the covers of Fabulous, You, and OK! Magazine and earned praise for her candid interviews. She’s also an established author, with books including How to Build a Family and The Family Tree.

Kate is the face of F&F Active in 2025 after a hugely successful partnership in 2024 and collaborates with brands like Very, L’Oréal, and Karen Millen. She also partners with Nando’s, Aveeno, and La Roche-Posay.