The broadcast dynasties

THE broadcasting industry has long been known for its dynasties and famous siblings.

The Dimblebys are household names with David, 79, host of BBC One’s Question Time while brother Jonathan, 74, chairs Radio 4’s Any Questions?

The pair’s father Richard was a broadcaster who became the BBC’s first war correspondent. Meanwhile, Channel 4 newsreader Jon Snow, 70, is the cousin of BBC presenter Dan Snow, 39.

Victoria Coren Mitchell, 46, host of Only Connect, is the daughter of Alan – who was a panellist on The News Quiz. Her brother Giles Coren, 49, is also a journalist.

And Radio 2 host Zoe Ball, 47, is the daughter of presenter Johnny Ball, 80.