English naturalist, photographer, television host, and author Christopher Gary Packham CBE is best known for his work on the CBBC children’s wildlife series The Really Wild Show from 1986 to 1995.
Since 2009, he has also served as the host of the BBC nature programme Springwatch, which also includes Autumnwatch and Winterwatch.
On May 4, 1961, Packham was born in Southampton, Hampshire. He completed his education at the University of Southampton, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Zoology, as well as at Bitterne Park Secondary School, Taunton’s College, and Taunton’s College.
He gave up his doctoral studies after receiving his degree to become a trained wildlife photographer.
What medical condition has Chris Packham got?
Since his late 30s, Packham has suffered Ménière’s disease. After his dog passed away in 2003, Packham, then 42, started seeing a therapist.
In 2005, when his therapy sessions came to an end, Packham received an Asperger syndrome diagnosis. He has also acknowledged having had acute depression.
Although the two don’t live together, Packham has been dating Charlotte Corney, the proprietor of the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, for more than ten years.