Kirsten O'Brien, 1972
Actors · February 23, 1972
Kirsten O'Brien
★ HOW OLD IS KIRSTEN O'BRIEN?
Kirsten O'Brien is 54 years old, born February 23, 1972 in United Kingdom · Pisces.
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About
Kirsten O'Brien hosted CBBC's SMart, turning art lessons into must-watch children's TV. Born in England on 23 February 1972, she became a BBC mainstay across television, radio, and the pre-school spin-off SMarteenies. As a Pisces, she brings creative fluidity to every project—from BBC Radio Berkshire to her current role as a traffic and travel presenter for BBC Radio 2 since May 2026.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Kirsten O'Brien is a British television presenter and actress known for anchoring children's programming on the BBC. Born 23 February 1972 in England, she spent a decade (1999–2009) as the face of CBBC's SMart, a flagship art programme that reached generations of young viewers. She also hosted SMarteenies, a CBeebies pre-school art spin-off, in 2002. Beyond television, O'Brien built a radio presence as a presenter for BBC Radio Berkshire, hosting both the mid-morning programme and the Breakfast Show. Since May 2026, she has taken on a traffic and travel presenter role for BBC Radio 2, expanding her reach across the BBC's audio platforms. As an actor and presenter, O'Brien performs across multiple media, connecting with audiences through live broadcast and recorded content. A Pisces born in the Year of the Rat, her life-path number 8 suggests natural authority and creative vision—traits evident in her sustained career guiding young audiences through art and media literacy. Her longevity in British public service broadcasting reflects both versatility and public trust.
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Trivia
- SMart ran for a full decade (1999–2009) on CBBC, establishing O'Brien as a household name in British children's television.
- She has worked across multiple BBC platforms—television (CBBC, CBeebies), radio (BBC Radio Berkshire, BBC Radio 2)—showing rare range in public broadcasting.
- As of May 2026, O'Brien transitioned to traffic and travel presenting on BBC Radio 2, her most recent documented role.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Powerhouse
Driven and business-minded. Kirsten O'Brien extend their craft into ownership: labels, production companies, brand lines.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 8 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Robbie UreMonkey · 2004
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade PettyjohnDragon · 2000
- Ruby StokesDragon · 2000
CHALLENGING
- Ádám SimonHorse · 1990
- Chris Colfer
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Kirsten O'Brien?
- Kirsten O'Brien is 54 years old (born February 23, 1972).
- When is Kirsten O'Brien's birthday?
- Kirsten O'Brien was born on February 23, 1972.
- What is Kirsten O'Brien's zodiac sign?
- Kirsten O'Brien is a Pisces, born February 23, 1972.
- What is Kirsten O'Brien's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Kirsten O'Brien was born in 1972, the year of the Water Rat.
- Where is Kirsten O'Brien from?
- Kirsten O'Brien is from United Kingdom.
- What does Kirsten O'Brien do?
- Kirsten O'Brien is a actor.
- Is Kirsten O'Brien still alive?
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