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Victoria Coren Mitchell

Victoria Coren Mitchell is a British writer, presenter, and professional poker player, best known for hosting the BBC quiz show Only Connect since 2008 and for becoming the first person to win two main events on the European Poker Tour. Born in Hammersmith, west London, in 1972, she is the daughter of the satirist and broadcaster Alan Coren and the younger sister of restaurant critic Giles Coren. She studied English at St John's College, Oxford, where she began writing professionally as a teenager, contributing articles to magazines like Just Seventeen and later to The Daily Telegraph. Coren Mitchell's writing career includes weekly columns for (which she wrote for 15 years) and currently for , as well as authoring books such as the poker memoir For Richer, For Poorer (2009) and (2002, co-authored with ). In addition to , she has presented television programmes such as Balderdash & Piffle and appeared as a player on Late Night Poker, and hosts the BBC Radio 4 series and Women Talking About Cars. Her poker began in her teens playing home games with her brother, leading to professional success; she won the Main Event in for $941,513, becoming the to win an EPT title, and repeated the feat at EPT in , defeating 556 players for £391,932. With total live earnings exceeding $2.5 million, she ranks among the top female poker players historically. Coren Mitchell married comedian in 2012; the couple have two daughters, born in 2015 and 2023. She has also appeared as a guest on shows like Have I Got News for You and , and in 2021 competed on .

Early life

Family background

Victoria Coren Mitchell was born on 18 August 1972 in , West London, to , a prominent , , and editor of Punch magazine from 1978 to 1987, and Anne Kasriel, a consultant anaesthetist at . The couple had married in 1963, creating a household steeped in intellectual pursuits and wit, influenced heavily by Alan's prolific career in and . She was raised in Cricklewood, North London, alongside her older brother , born in 1969, who has pursued a career as a restaurant critic and columnist for . The siblings grew up in an environment where lively debate and humor were everyday norms, largely due to their father's role as a regular on BBC Radio 4's and his contributions to publications like . Alan's emphasis on hard work and education fostered a shared family appreciation for writing and public discourse, though and risk-taking were discouraged in the home. Both parents were raised in Orthodox Jewish households, reflecting a strong Jewish heritage. The paternal family had roots in , with her father's great-grandfather from . Her mother's family had fled , , in 1939 just before the Nazi occupation, amid the rising threats to Jewish communities in ; many relatives perished in . Despite this background, the Coren family maintained a secular during Victoria's childhood, prioritizing cultural and engagement over religious observance.

Education

Coren Mitchell attended , a prestigious independent day school for girls in , , from the age of five to eighteen. During her time there, she developed an early interest in writing, influenced in part by her father's career in . At the age of sixteen, while still a , she published her debut book, Love 16: Love, Parents and Other Problems, a semi-autobiographical exploring teenage life in . She later studied English Language and Literature at , beginning her degree in 1991 and graduating with a first-class honours BA. At university, Coren Mitchell immersed herself in literary pursuits, including contributions to student journalism and participation in literary societies, which honed her skills as a and broadcaster. Her Oxford years were marked by a rigorous academic focus on , laying the foundation for her subsequent career in and media.

Writing career

Books and publications

Victoria Coren Mitchell began her writing career as a teenager with the debut novel Love 16, published by Ebury Press in 1989 when she was just 16 years old. The book is a that explores the lives of London's teenagers, delving into themes of love, parental conflicts, and adolescent rebellion with a candid, raunchy tone that lifts the lid on their secret world. In 2002, Coren co-authored Once More, with Feeling: How We Tried to Make the Greatest Porn Film Ever with Charlie Skelton, published by Fourth Estate. The memoir recounts their humorous and chaotic attempt to produce a sophisticated adult film, blending British irony with reflections on the sex industry, family reactions, and the challenges of creative ambition in an unconventional project. Critics praised its jolly, entertaining style and peculiarly English approach to the subject, describing it as a "satisfyingly prurient read" that mixes Eurotrash elements with Ealing comedy flair. Her 2009 memoir For Richer, For Poorer: A Love Affair with Poker, published by (with a paperback edition in 2011), chronicles her immersion in the poker world, intertwining professional triumphs, personal relationships, and the evolution of from cult to mainstream phenomenon. The offers a frank, witty account of her journey to winning the London Main Event, becoming the first woman to win an EPT main event, enriched by vivid character sketches and insights into gender dynamics in . Reviewers lauded its engaging structure, humor, and scrupulous detail, calling it a "terrific poker and " with laugh-out-loud moments and unexpected emotional depth. Coren Mitchell also contributed introductions and content to the Only Connect quiz books, including Only Connect: The Official Quiz Book (2017) and Only Connect: The Difficult Second Quiz Book (2019), featuring puzzles from the series. In addition to her original works, Coren Mitchell adapted Diamond's newspaper columns about his battle with cancer—originally published in C: Because Cowards Get Cancer Too (1998)—into the one-man play A Lump in My Throat. The play premiered at the 2000 Festival and later transferred to London's New End Theatre and Grace Theatre. She subsequently re-adapted it into a docudrama of the same name, broadcast in 2001 and directed by Olivia Lichtenstein, starring as Diamond. The adaptation received critical acclaim for sensitively capturing Diamond's life, writings, and humor amid tragedy.

Journalism and columns

Following her graduation from St John's College, Oxford, in 1995, Victoria Coren Mitchell established herself as a freelance journalist and broadcaster, drawing on the legacy of her father, Alan Coren, a prominent humorist and columnist. Coren Mitchell began contributing to The Observer in 2002 with a regular weekly column that addressed topical issues through a lens of humor and personal insight, including pieces on family life such as the challenges of digital exposure for elders. She also wrote regular poker columns for The Guardian and Observer Sport Monthly, blending strategic analysis with anecdotal reflections on the game. By 2017, her Guardian contributions included humorous commentary on cultural phenomena like social media trends and public health debates. Although she took an extended break from her Observer topical column around 2019 due to fatigue with news cycles, her work in these outlets emphasized witty, relatable explorations of everyday absurdities. Coren Mitchell's association with The Daily Telegraph dates back to her teenage years, when she won a competition at age 14 to write a weekly column on adolescent life, marking an early entry into professional journalism. Her current role involves a weekly television column in the Saturday edition, which she began in September 2019, focusing on personal anecdotes, cultural commentary, poker experiences, and media critiques. In her columns, Coren Mitchell often weaves humor with observations on television and puzzles; for instance, in July 2023, she highlighted similarities between the BBC's —which she hosts—and 's Connections game, questioning potential overlaps in format while celebrating challenges. More recently, her 2025 pieces have continued this blend, such as a July column featuring a midsummer quiz inspired by 's connection-based puzzles to engage readers in hidden links and wordplay. Other examples include October commentary on Victoria Beckham's documentary, reflecting on celebrity resilience through personal lens, and a September review of adaptation, critiquing narrative voice in screen transitions. In November 2025, she explored participatory TV via The Celebrity Traitors, suggesting simple pen-and-paper recreations to mimic its intrigue.

Ormerod hoax

In 2008, following the death of her father, the journalist and broadcaster Alan Coren, in October 2007, Victoria Coren Mitchell orchestrated the Ormerod hoax to expose a group of serial funeral crashers who had targeted his memorial service. After placing a notice in The Times inviting those who knew Coren to attend the anniversary memorial in September 2008, she received several suspicious email replies from strangers claiming personal connections, including one from Terence Jolley, a convicted fraudster known for gatecrashing events for free food and drink. Suspecting a coordinated group, Coren created the fictional Sir William Ormerod, portraying him as a wealthy molecular , industrialist, and arts philanthropist; she fabricated an entry and other digital traces to lend credibility to his existence. In July 2008, she placed a and announcement for Ormerod's death in classifieds, advertising a memorial service and lavish drinks reception on 14 August 2008 at a venue, while posing in correspondence as his "heartbroken boyfriend." The ploy succeeded immediately, drawing eager responses from Jolley—offering fabricated anecdotes about Ormerod—and four other couples, who applied for invitations with similar insincere claims. Coren initially planned an elaborate trap: to admit the crashers to the fake event, lock the doors, surround them with actors posing as mourners, and publicly confront their behavior on camera for maximum humiliation. However, by late 2008, she abandoned the confrontation, deciding against escalating the vengeance and instead banning Jolley from her father's actual memorial while allowing the others brief access under surveillance. Coren revealed the in a December 2008 article in , detailing the operation and naming the perpetrators, which ignited widespread media coverage in outlets across the and internationally, highlighting the bizarre of "funeral tourists." The exposure prompted public amusement and , with reports noting the group's history of targeting high-profile events, though it did not fully deter them, as they continued gatecrashing funerals into 2010. In her writings, Coren Mitchell reflected on the as a grief-fueled journalistic born from anger over intrusions into her family's mourning, but one that ultimately taught her the value of over retribution as a truer homage to her father. She also pondered the ethics of such deceptions in , acknowledging the between exposing wrongdoing and personal vendettas, while expressing pride in unmasking the crashers without causing lasting harm. The Ormerod hoax stood as a singular episode in her career, with no similar stunts reported thereafter.

Poker career

Professional beginnings

Victoria Coren Mitchell's entry into poker occurred in the early 2000s, building on casual play from her teenage years influenced by family traditions and social circles, including games with her brother and his school friends at their family home. Her writing career, which began early with columns for publications like , intersected with poker as she began documenting the game's social and strategic aspects, drawing from literary inspirations such as Al Alvarez's book The Biggest Game in Town. This blend of journalism and personal interest propelled her deeper involvement, transitioning from amateur stakes to more serious engagement. Her first notable cash game experiences took place at London's Victoria Casino in the early , where she honed her skills in high-stakes no-limit hold'em sessions, adopting disciplined strategies like selective ace play to navigate the competitive environment. also factored into her development during this period, as she explored platforms that complemented her live play and helped build bankroll management expertise amid the rising popularity of internet poker. These experiences marked her shift to professional status, as she began treating poker as a viable career alongside her writing, joining sponsored teams such as Team Pro in 2007 and competing internationally by mid-decade. She served in this role until 2014, when she left due to ethical concerns over the introduction of casino games on the platform. As of 2025, Coren Mitchell's total live tournament earnings stand at $2,504,768, reflecting the financial success of her early professional phase and sustained play. Her involvement in poker writing during this time included a weekly column for , where she analyzed strategies and cultural nuances, and poker-themed books like For Richer, For Poorer (2009), which chronicled her evolving expertise through personal anecdotes.

Major achievements

Victoria Coren Mitchell made history in the poker world as the first woman to win a main event on the (EPT), triumphing at the EPT in 2006. She outlasted a field of 697 entrants to claim the £500,000 first-place prize, marking a breakthrough for female players in high-stakes professional tournaments. Eight years later, Coren Mitchell etched her name further into poker lore by securing a second EPT main event victory at the 2014 EPT . Defeating 556 competitors, she earned €476,100 and became the first player—regardless of gender—to win multiple EPT main events, reinforcing her reputation as one of the top female competitors in the game. In 2016, Coren Mitchell's accomplishments were formally recognized with her induction into the Women in Poker Hall of Fame, honoring her pioneering role and sustained excellence in the sport. Beyond these landmark wins, Coren Mitchell has maintained a presence in high-stakes poker circuits, with notable finishes in events like the and other EPT stops, contributing to her career live tournament earnings surpassing $2.5 million through consistent performances through the 2010s and into the early 2020s.

Television and radio career

Quiz show hosting

Victoria Coren Mitchell has hosted the BBC quiz show Only Connect since its inception in 2008. The programme, originally broadcast on BBC Four before moving to BBC Two in 2014, challenges two teams of three contestants to identify connections between seemingly unrelated clues in a tournament-style format. Key rounds include the hieroglyphs, where teams answer questions based on a single visual clue; the connections round, featuring sequences or groupings; the connecting wall, in which 16 shuffled clues must be categorized into four groups of four sharing a common theme; and the missing vowels round, testing wordplay on rebus-style puzzles. This structure emphasizes lateral thinking over rote knowledge, evolving from its early BBC Four days as a niche intellectual pursuit to a more accessible yet demanding fixture on BBC Two. Mitchell's presenting style is characterized by dry wit, warmth, and a lighthearted that complements the show's cerebral demands, often injecting humor to ease contestants through its fiendish challenges. She describes her approach as having a "weird vibe," avoiding condescension while trusting the 's intelligence, which has helped foster a sense of shared playfulness. By 2025, the series had completed 20 runs with over 500 episodes aired, including the ongoing 21st series that began in July, solidifying its production as a staple of programming. The show has cultivated a dedicated , peaking at 2.65 million viewers in 2015 and occasionally outperforming counterparts, praised for celebrating cleverness and attracting a loyal that appreciates its brain-teasing essence. In June 2023, Mitchell publicly highlighted similarities between Only Connect's connecting wall and the New York Times' newly launched "Connections" puzzle, tweeting that the UK show had featured such mechanics since 2008, underscoring her longstanding engagement with puzzle-solving themes that echo her writing career. This affinity for intricate wordplay has informed her hosting, blending intellectual rigor with accessible entertainment. More recently, in November 2025, Mitchell faced controversy when comedian Graham Linehan criticized her for featuring transgender contestant Emily on the show, accusing her of endorsing divisive views on women's spaces; Mitchell responded by pleading for him to "leave us alone," emphasizing the programme's innocuous focus and their prior friendship while defending its inclusive environment.

Guest appearances and specials

Coren Mitchell has made numerous guest appearances on British panel shows and comedy programs, showcasing her wit and quick thinking. She has been a frequent panellist on QI since 2012, appearing in episodes such as the "Jargon" installment in series 10 and the "Public & Private" episode in series P, where she contributed to discussions on trivia and absurdities alongside hosts Stephen Fry and Sandi Toksvig. On Have I Got News for You, she has served as a guest panellist multiple times, including in series 41 episode 1 and series 46 episode 6, and has guest-hosted several episodes, notably series 64 episode 3 in 2022 and series 68 episode 8 in 2024. In October 2025, she guest-hosted the premiere episode of series 70, featuring panellists Sheila Hancock and Miles Jupp, which aired on BBC One on 3 October. Beyond these staples, Coren Mitchell competed as a contestant on series 12 of in 2021, where she tackled creative challenges but finished last overall with 121 points, later reflecting on the experience as both demanding and entertaining in interviews. She has also guested on other panel formats, including Would I Lie to You? in December 2023 and episodes, often bringing her journalistic perspective to light-hearted debates. On radio, Coren Mitchell has made guest appearances on programs beyond her hosting roles, such as contributing as a panellist on early episodes of before taking over as host in 2011, and featuring in discussions on shows like Off the Page. Her radio presence emphasizes satirical takes on culture and politics, aligning with her broader media contributions. In October 2025, the series 70 premiere of Have I Got News for You that she hosted was temporarily removed from due to an "unintentional editorial oversight" involving an incorrect claim that Euan Blair's company had been selected for the UK's digital ID scheme—a statement debunked by fact-checkers as focuses on workforce upskilling, not software development. Coren Mitchell addressed the error on , stating it was provided by the production team and apologizing for the misinformation, while the edited the episode, re-uploaded it, and issued an apology for the lapse. Later that month, following the 23 October 2025 announcement that hosts and would step down after their final series, which they addressed on the show on 25 October, Coren Mitchell tweeted her appreciation: "We love you, Tess and Claudia," prompting fans to speculate about her as a potential replacement co-host.

Personal life

Marriage and family

Victoria Coren Mitchell married comedian and David Mitchell on 17 November 2012 at St Peter's Church in , . The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Barbara Elizabeth, in May 2015. Their second daughter, June Violet, was born on 26 October 2023; the birth was announced publicly in November 2023 through a notice in and a social media post by Coren Mitchell. Coren Mitchell and Mitchell prioritize privacy for their family while balancing high-profile careers in broadcasting, writing, and poker, occasionally sharing joint public appearances at events like film premieres and award shows to support each other's professional milestones.

Health and interests

Victoria Coren Mitchell has long suffered from a severe , which has constrained her international travel for poker events and work-related trips. She sought professional help from a specialist counsellor who successfully treated her through , enabling her to board planes more confidently. Tragically, the therapist died in a plane crash just a year later, an event that Coren Mitchell described as profoundly ironic and temporarily exacerbating her anxiety. Coren Mitchell nurtures interests in puzzles and intellectual games, often drawing on her affinity for wordplay and connections in her personal pursuits. Her love of stems from an academic background in English at Oxford University, where she developed a penchant for witty, narrative-driven writing, and she maintains a voracious reading habit across fiction and nonfiction. A hallmark of her personality is her sharp humor, inherited from her family, including her father , a prominent satirical and , which infuses her columns and public commentary with clever, observational wit.

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