Personal Details :
- Full Name: Kerry Jayne Elizabeth Katona
- Date of Birth: September 6, 1980
- Place of Birth: Warrington, Cheshire, England
- Nationality: British
- Ethnicity: White
- Height: 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm)
- Weight: Approx. 55 kg (121 lbs)
- Hair Color: Blonde
- Eye Color: Blue
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo
- Profession: Singer, TV Personality, Author, Actress
- Marital Status: Engaged (to Ryan Mahoney)
- Children: 5
- Known For: Atomic Kitten, Celebrity Big Brother, Autobiographies
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: @kerrykatona7
- Twitter: @KerryKatona7
- YouTube: Kerry Katona Official
- OnlyFans: @kerrykatona7
Career Overview :
Kerry Katona began her career as a founding member of the British girl group Atomic Kitten in 1998. The group gained popularity with hits like “Right Now” and “Whole Again.” However, she left the group in 2001 just before their breakthrough single “Whole Again” topped the UK charts.
Following her departure from Atomic Kitten, Kerry pursued a television career. She became a prominent figure in British reality TV, famously winning the third series of I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! in 2004. This victory elevated her media profile, leading to numerous TV appearances and endorsements.
In the mid-2000s, she featured in her own reality shows, including My Fair Kerry, Kerry Katona: Crazy in Love, and Kerry Coming Clean, which documented her personal and professional life.
Aside from TV, Kerry has worked as a columnist for several British magazines and tabloids. She became known for her open discussions about mental health, addiction, and financial troubles, which resonated with many readers.
Kerry has also authored multiple autobiographies, including Too Much, Too Young and Still Standing, detailing her tumultuous life journey, relationships, and struggles with bipolar disorder and substance abuse.
Despite various challenges, including bankruptcy and media scrutiny, Kerry has maintained a presence in the entertainment industry, earning recognition for her resilience and ability to reinvent herself.
Personal Life & Interests :
Kerry Katona was born on September 6, 1980, in Warrington, Cheshire, England. She had a difficult upbringing, moving through multiple foster homes due to her mother’s struggles with addiction. These early experiences shaped her strong personality and later openness about mental health and family issues.
Over the years, Kerry has been married several times. Her first marriage was to Westlife singer Brian McFadden, with whom she had two daughters. She later married taxi driver Mark Croft, and the couple had a daughter and a son. Her third marriage was to George Kay, and they had a daughter together. She has often spoken publicly about the challenges she faced in these relationships, including issues of domestic abuse and addiction.
Outside of her public persona, Kerry is passionate about mental health advocacy. She has spoken candidly about living with bipolar disorder and dealing with past addiction, becoming an inspiration for many going through similar struggles. She also supports numerous UK-based charities related to mental health and addiction recovery.
In her personal time, Kerry enjoys writing, spending time with her children, and staying active. She’s also expressed interest in fitness, often sharing her wellness journey on social media. Despite the ups and downs of fame, Kerry continues to focus on personal growth, family, and helping others through sharing her story.
Net Worth :
- Estimated Net Worth: ≈ $2 million USD
- Primary Income Sources: Music royalties from Atomic Kitten, television appearances, reality shows, OnlyFans subscriptions, book writing, and personal appearances
Awards & Achievements :
- Winner – I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! (UK series 3, 2004)
- Runner-up – Celebrity Big Brother UK (Series 8, 2011)
- Four UK Top‑Ten singles as founding member of Atomic Kitten, including the hit “Whole Again”
- Voted Celebrity Mum of the Year by Quality Street fans in 2002 and 2005
- Launched five MTV reality shows between 2007–2010, covering her life, recovery, and return to public life
- Returned to Atomic Kitten in 2013 for the reality series The Big Reunion and toured with the band for several years
- Co-host of BBC Sounds podcast “Wheel of Misfortune” starting in 2022 as a rotating agony aunt on-air role
- Announced UK/Ireland 2026 cast role in touring stage production Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (June & July 2026)
Fun Facts :
- Kerry Katona was the first-ever Queen of the Jungle, winning I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! in 2004.
- She left Atomic Kitten in 2001 just before their breakout hit “Whole Again” topped the UK charts for 4 weeks.
- Kerry has published multiple autobiographies, with her first one, Too Much, Too Young, becoming a bestseller.
- She has been married three times and has five children from her relationships.
- Kerry grew up in foster care and lived in four different foster homes as a teenager.
- She appeared on the cover of FHM and has often been a tabloid favorite in the UK for over two decades.
- In addition to her singing and reality TV career, she has also written columns for several UK magazines.
- She is a strong advocate for mental health awareness and openly discusses her struggles with bipolar disorder and addiction recovery.