What Happened to Myleene Klass?
Myleene Klass has evolved from a pop star in Hear'Say to a prominent classical musician, successful television and radio presenter, and a dedicated campaigner for women's health. As of late 2026, she continues her roles on Classic FM and Smooth Radio, is a regular panellist on Loose Women, and advocates for parents adapting to an 'empty nest' while also being a trained first aider for St John Ambulance. She recently declined to join a Hear'Say 25th-anniversary reunion due to her busy schedule.
Quick Answer
Myleene Klass is currently a successful radio presenter on Classic FM and Smooth Radio, a regular panellist on ITV's Loose Women, and a passionate campaigner for women's health, having been awarded an MBE in 2025 for her work in miscarriage awareness. In 2026, she revealed a cancer scare from which she received the all-clear and is actively supporting parents navigating the 'empty nest' phase as her eldest daughter attends university. She recently confirmed she would not be participating in the Hear'Say 25th-anniversary reunion due to her extensive commitments.
📊Key Facts
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Joins Hear'Say on Popstars
Myleene Klass was selected as one of the five members of the pop group Hear'Say through the reality TV show 'Popstars'.
Hear'Say's 'Pure and Simple' hits #1
Hear'Say's debut single 'Pure and Simple' topped the UK Singles Chart, achieving instant fame.
Hear'Say Disbands
After less than two years together, the pop group Hear'Say officially disbanded.
Releases solo classical album 'Moving On'
Klass signed a solo deal with Universal Classics and Jazz and released her debut classical crossover album, which went double platinum.
Runner-up on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!
Myleene Klass participated in the sixth series of the ITV reality show and finished in second place, significantly boosting her public profile.
Begins presenting on Classic FM
Klass started her long-running role as a presenter on Classic FM, a position she has held for over 20 years.
Begins presenting on Smooth Radio
Myleene Klass expanded her radio career by joining Smooth Radio as a presenter.
Gives birth to son Apollo
Klass welcomed her third child, a son named Apollo, with her partner Simon Motson.
Wins I'm a Celebrity... South Africa
Myleene Klass returned for the 'all-stars' series of I'm a Celebrity and was crowned the first 'I'm a Celebrity Legend'.
Successfully campaigns for miscarriage care law changes
Following her personal experiences, Klass successfully campaigned to reform the UK's miscarriage care system.
Becomes St John Ambulance ambassador
Klass was announced as a celebrity ambassador for St John Ambulance, the UK's largest first aid charity.
Awarded MBE
Myleene Klass was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the New Year Honours for her services to women's health, particularly in raising awareness of miscarriage.
Reveals cancer scare
Klass publicly shared her experience of a cancer scare after finding a lump, thankfully receiving the all-clear, and urged women to check themselves.
Champions empty-nest communities as daughter goes to university
As her eldest daughter Ava, 19, leaves for university, Klass discusses adapting to a 'semi-empty nest' and partners with Costa Coffee to champion online communities for parents.
Declines Hear'Say 25th-anniversary reunion
Myleene Klass confirmed on 'Loose Women' that she would not be joining her former Hear'Say bandmates for their upcoming 25th-anniversary reunion tour, citing her busy schedule and current commitments.
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🔍Deep Dive Analysis
Myleene Klass first rose to fame in 2001 as a member of the reality TV-formed pop group Hear'Say, which quickly achieved number one success with their debut single "Pure and Simple." Following the group's disbandment in 2002, Klass successfully reinvented herself as a classical musician, releasing her debut solo album "Moving On" in 2003, which achieved double platinum status. This transition marked a significant turning point, showcasing her classical training and versatility beyond pop music.
Her career further diversified into television and radio presenting, with notable roles on shows like 'The One Show' and as a long-standing presenter on Classic FM since 2006 and Smooth Radio since 2014. A major boost to her public profile came in 2006 when she was runner-up on 'I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!', and she later won the 'I'm a Celebrity... South Africa' all-stars series in 2023. These appearances cemented her status as a popular media personality.
In recent years, Klass has become a prominent advocate for women's health, particularly in raising awareness about miscarriage, a cause deeply personal to her. Her tireless campaigning led to successful changes in miscarriage care laws in 2023, and she was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2025 New Year Honours for these services. She also became a celebrity ambassador for St John Ambulance in 2024, later becoming a trained first aider, inspired by personal experiences of her daughters choking.
As of October 2026, Myleene Klass maintains a busy professional schedule. She continues her radio commitments, is a regular panellist on ITV's 'Loose Women' (a role she resumed regularly in 2024), and in April 2026, she hosted the Brand & Lifestyle Licensing Awards. In August 2026, Klass openly shared her experience with a cancer scare, thankfully receiving an all-clear, and urged other women to be vigilant with self-checks.
Her personal life also saw a significant development in September 2026 as she discussed adapting to a "semi-empty nest" with her eldest daughter, Ava, leaving for university, and has partnered with Costa Coffee to champion supportive online communities for parents facing similar transitions. Most recently, in October 2026, Klass confirmed she would not be joining her former Hear'Say bandmates for their 25th-anniversary reunion tour, citing her demanding work commitments and a preference not to revisit the past, though she remains on good terms with the group.
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