Ruth’s passion for people and story-telling, combined with real warmth, empathy and relatability are some of the reasons she has become one of Wales’ best known faces, and voices! Having been on your screens for over 25 years, Ruth is an award winning journalist and programme presenter.
ITV Weather Presenter | Good Morning Britain Broadcaster | BAFTA-Nominated TV Host | Domestic Abuse Campaigner | Event Host | Speaker
Ruth Dodsworth is one of Wales’s most recognisable broadcasters, known for her warmth, professionalism, and resilience. She is currently a weather presenter for ITV Wales and Good Morning Britain, and co-presents the BAFTA-nominated lifestyle series Coast and Country.
A familiar voice on radio too, Ruth has presented for BBC Radio Wales and more recently hosted the Nation Radio Breakfast Show, earning a reputation for her engaging on-air personality and natural rapport with audiences.
Ruth’s personal story made headlines worldwide when her ex-husband was jailed for domestic abuse — a life-changing experience that has since inspired her to become a powerful advocate for domestic abuse awareness and education. She recently fronted an ITV Tonight documentary on domestic abuse, sharing her experience to help others recognise the signs of coercive control. Ruth has also appeared as a guest on major national platforms including This Morning, Loose Women, Lorraine, TalkTV, BBC News, BBC Radio 2, and BBC Radio 5 Live.
In recognition of her campaigning work, Ruth was honoured as Communicator of the Year 2022 by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, and was personally invited to Buckingham Palace to discuss her advocacy work with Queen Camilla. She continues to use her platform to educate and empower others — regularly contributing to podcasts, panel discussions, and training sessions with frontline services, as well as delivering talks to the Welsh Government, The Criminal Justice Board, and national conferences.
Ruth is also an experienced live events host, fronting major occasions such as the NHS Wales Awards and the Welsh Government’s Climate Change Week. Her warmth, empathy, and interviewing skill make her an outstanding choice for corporate, charity, and public sector events.
With extensive experience in studio and on-location broadcasting, Ruth has reported live from countless events — from severe weather coverage and community stories to major news and court reports. Adaptable, dependable, and quick-thinking, she continues to be a trusted and respected figure in Welsh broadcasting.
Ruth also has a significant social media following, engaging tens of thousands of loyal followers across platforms where she shares insights into broadcasting, wellbeing, and life in Wales.
A proud Ambassador for Cancer Research Wales and Patron of the domestic abuse charity Stori, Ruth continues to inspire through her honesty, advocacy, and professionalism.
“I can honestly say that I have the best job in the world. I get to live and work in the most beautiful country, and I get to meet the people that make Wales and the world the most wonderful place.”
Authentic, courageous, and highly experienced, Ruth Dodsworth is not only a trusted face of ITV and Good Morning Britain, but also a powerful speaker and campaigner dedicated to using her voice for positive change.
