Katie Piper OBE is a best-selling international author, TV presenter, charity campaigner, and inspirational speaker who has turned personal adversity into a platform for empowerment and social change. After surviving a life-altering acid attack orchestrated by her then-boyfriend, Katie founded The Katie Piper Foundation, a pioneering organisation that supports people with burns and scars to rebuild their lives and self-confidence. Supported by patron Simon Cowell, the foundation has opened a groundbreaking rehabilitation center in the UK, offering treatments that Katie herself received during her recovery journey. Beyond her charity work, Katie collaborates with Women’s Aid, advocating for victims of domestic abuse, and volunteers in UK prisons to inspire resilience and transformation.
In television, Katie is a prominent figure, hosting ITV1’s 'The Katie Piper Breakfast Show', now in its third series, and serving as a weekly panelist on 'Loose Women'. She is also a leading face of the W Channel, fronting programs such as 'Katie Piper’s Jailhouse Mums' and the new series 'Locked Up in Louisiana'. Her acclaimed documentary 'Katie: My Beautiful Face' attracted over 3.5 million viewers and earned a BAFTA nomination for Best Single Documentary. Katie has further captivated audiences with her hosting roles in 'Never Seen a Doctor' and 'Body Shockers' and her investigative work in 'The Death of Aimee Spencer' and 'Famous and Fighting Crime'.
Katie has authored over 15 best-selling books, including 'A Little Bit of Hope' and her children’s series, beginning with 'All You Need' and continuing with 'Stronger Together'. She recently launched The UnSeen, her own publishing imprint dedicated to amplifying the voices of those previously unheard. Her literary achievements extend to developing a screen adaptation of her first book, set to begin filming in 2025. Through her writing, Katie has cemented herself as a leading voice in self-help, resilience, and empowerment, inspiring readers across the globe.
As a highly sought-after keynote speaker, Katie delivers impactful talks, including her signature presentation, “The Answer to Happiness,” which empowers audiences to overcome life’s challenges. She has shared her story at prestigious events such as WE Day, Women’s Health Live, and the Cosmopolitan Self Made Summit, as well as corporate engagements for Google, Facebook, Barclays, NatWest, L'Oréal, and the NHS. Her ability to address complex topics like beauty ideals and societal perceptions with authenticity and grace has made her a respected voice in diverse global forums.
Katie’s career reflects an unwavering commitment to advocacy, empowerment, and storytelling. Through her charitable initiatives, media presence, and public speaking, she has transformed the narrative around burns, scars, and resilience. Whether on-screen, in print, or on stage, Katie Piper OBE continues to inspire millions with her story of courage, determination, and hope.
In honour of her motivational story of overcoming the adversity of her horrific acid attack, Katie has been recognised as one of the Exclusive Top 15 Overcoming Adversity Speakers - a testament to her global inspiration!
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Books
A Little Bit of Faith: Hopeful Affirmations for Every Day of the Year
Beautiful: A Beautiful Girl. An Evil Man. One Inspiring True Story of Courage
Start Your Day with Katie: 365 Affirmations for a Year of Positive Thinking
Beautiful Ever After
Things Get Better
Confidence: The Secret
Reviews
Katie Piper received a 5 star rating across 25 events in 2023
Agent Recommendation
"Katie Piper is an exceptional keynote speaker, known for her profound advocacy for burn victims and promoting diversity. Her journey from adversity to empowerment captivates audiences, inspiring resilience and self-love. Katie's work, including the Katie Piper Foundation and her bestselling books, exemplifies transforming challenges into triumphs, making her a truly motivational figure."
How to hire Katie Piper
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Katie Piper's official speaking topics are listed below:
- The Answer to Happiness
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"I just listened to your talk in Coventry, you are the most inspiring and talented woman I've ever listened to" - Corrina UM
"Katie was utterly fabulous and my team said she was a joy to work with. Thank you for everything." - Phoebe UM
"Katie was fantastic - incredibly engaging, kind and open with the audience. During the Q&A, there were so many questions we had to cut it short! The attendees of the conference were delighted to have seen her speak and it was a pleasure working with her" - Emma, Event Producer, YOURgb Events Ltd
"Please send our thanks to Katie for what a fantastic event yesterday was for Women's Health Month. She is so incredibly inspirational and such a fantastic speaker. Her messages were so thought-provoking and feedback from across the firm has been exceptional - we feel lucky to have had her come in. Thank you also for all your help organising it. Looking forward to the Men's Health event next month" - Sarah, HR Specialist, Simpson Thatcher & Bartlett LLP
"It was fantastic! The feedback has been amazing. Thank you" - Andrea, Events Manager, Primis Mortgage Network
"Everyone loved the session with Katie last week! Her talk moved so many people – she was so articulate in telling her story and our HQ was in silence whilst everyone watched! Quite something! We are all in awe of her!" - Jane, Provide CIC
Feedback from Virtual Events:
"Katie honestly captivated our entire team and whilst they weren't there live in the room they were virtually so connected and hanging on to her every word. So moving, so inspiring, so positive. It was truly a privilege to watch." - L'Oreal
"Katie was amazing yesterday, thank you! Her story is so inspiring and she came across as really humble and down to earth. Thank you for all of your help" - Vicky, Senior Manager, Ernst & Young
"I just wanted to say a huge thank you to Katie. She spoke with inspiration, authenticity, truth, and confidence. Her story is undeniably unbelievable and her positivity and words of wisdom will stay with me for my entire life. I’ve tried to think of my favourite moment, but in honestly I don’t have one as it was all outstanding. Despite us being on Zoom, she delivered such a powerful session and I can honestly say if we were in a room together, you would have been able to hear a pin drop in the audience- we hung on her every word. Interviewing Katie has no doubt been the highlight of my career, and her message of positivity and self believe came at such a pertinent moment. We can't thank her enough." - Alexis, Senior Client Partner - Diversity & Inclusion, Penna
- 2024 - Interviewed by Women's Health UK on "Overcoming Adversity & Finding Confidence Through Her Hair"
- 2023 - Presenter of "Katie Piper's Jailhouse Mums"
- 2023 - Partnership with the Trussell Trust & Tesco Mobile on "Alfie's Magic Phone" - raising awareness of the effects of digital exclusion
- 2022 - Presenter of "Katie Piper's Breakfast Show"
- 2022 - Appointed OBE for Services to Charity, Victims of Burns & Other Disfigurement Injuries
- 2021 - Appeared as a panellist on "Loose Women"
- 2018 - Published "From Mother To Daughter"
- 2018 - Took part in "Strictly Come Dancing"
- 2016 - Published "Confidence"
- 2016 - Became presenter of Channel 4's "Never Seen a Doctor"
- 2014 - Published "Beautiful Ever After"
- 2014 - Hosted Channel 4 show "Bodyshockers"
- 2012 - Published "Things Get Better" & "Start Your Day With Katie"
- 2012 - Featured in Channel 4 documentary "Katie: The Science of Seeing Again"
- 2011 - Received the You Can Award at Sainsbury's Woman of the Year Awards
- 2011 - Published her Autobiography "Beautiful"
- 2011 - "Katie: My Beautiful Face" won the Best Documentary Programme at the Broadcast Awards
- 2011 - Starred in "Katie: My Beautiful Friends"
- 2010 - "Katie: My Beautiful Face" was nominated for Best Single Documentary at the BAFTA Television Awards
- 2009 - Took part in the Channel 4 documentary "My Beautiful Face"
- 2009 - Founded the Katie Piper Foundation
- 2008 - Survived a horrific acid attack
