Television presenter and radio broadcaster Amanda Holden officially launched the holiday season at Heart HQ, transforming the network's London studios into a winter wonderland during the Heart Breakfast broadcast on November 12, 2026. Alongside her longtime co-host Jamie Theakston, Holden led the festive studio overhaul, which featured seasonal decorations, themed humor, and the station's official first spin of Mariah Carey's holiday classic "All I Want For Christmas Is You."
Holden, who frequently refers to herself as the "Queen of Christmas," took a hands-on approach to decorating the broadcasting space. Beyond decking the main studio with festive displays, she spearheaded several playful transformations around the venue, including turning a studio elevator into a holiday-themed space and playfully dressing up Theakston as the Grinch. The morning broadcast signaled the start of Heart's seasonal programming schedule, a tradition that the flagship breakfast show marks each November.
Holden joined Heart Breakfast as co-host alongside Jamie Theakston in 2019, establishing the show as one of the most widely listened-to commercial radio broadcasts in the United Kingdom. In addition to her daily radio presence, the media personality remains a prominent fixture on British television, most notably serving as a judge on ITV's talent competition Britain's Got Talent since its inception in 2007. Her long-running media career encompasses television acting, stage performances, and lifestyle commercial partnerships.
The festive radio launch follows Holden's early holiday preparations at her family home, which generated widespread discussion online earlier in the month. Beyond her broadcasting commitments, Holden is set to participate in upcoming seasonal community events across the UK, including turning on local Christmas illuminations later this month. Her seasonal schedule at Heart Breakfast will continue through December with special guest appearances and holiday programming.
