“I was born partially deaf and suffered from labyrinthitis, which affected my balance. I had numerous ear infections and spent my childhood in and out of hospital having operations.”

British actress, comedian, activist, and presenter

Jameela Jamil is a British actress, comedian, activist, and presenter. She began her broadcasting career on Channel 4 and became known through T4, where she hosted a pop culture series from 2009 to 2012. She later moved into radio, hosting The Official Chart and co-hosting The Official Chart Update with Scott Mills on BBC Radio 1. She was the first regular solo female presenter of the BBC Radio 1 chart show, and is also known for her work as an actress, comedian, and activist.