Paula Yates | |
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Born | Paula Elizabeth Yates 24 April 1959 Colwyn Bay, Denbighshire, Wales |
Died | 17 September 2000 Notting Hill, London, England | (aged 41)
Occupation(s) | Television presenter, writer |
Years active | 1979–2000 |
Known for | The Tube The Big Breakfast |
Spouse | |
Partner(s) | Michael Hutchence (1995–1997; his death) |
Children | 4, including Peaches, Pixie Geldof and Tiger Lily Hutchence Geldof |
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Paula Elizabeth Yates (24 April 1959 – 17 September 2000) was a Welsh television presenter and writer. Yates is best known for her work on two television programmes, The Tube and The Big Breakfast. She was subjected to intense media attention and scrutiny, owing to her popularity and her relationships with musicians Bob Geldof and Michael Hutchence.