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'''Derrick Errol Evans''' (born 1952), better known as '''"Mr Motivator"''', is a [[British people|British]]- [[exercise]] instructor most famous for his appearances on the [[United Kingdom|UK]] [[breakfast television]] show [[GMTV]] in the early 1990s. Evans returned to GMTV as Mr Motivator in 2009. |
'''Derrick Errol Evans''' (born 1952), better known as '''"Mr Motivator"''', is a [[British people|British]]- [[exercise]] instructor most famous for his appearances on the [[United Kingdom|UK]] [[breakfast television]] show [[GMTV]] in the early 1990s. Evans returned to GMTV as Mr Motivator in 2009. |
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==Early life and career== |
==Early life and career== |
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In 2007 Mr Motivator presented Move It For MS, an exercise DVD for people with [[multiple sclerosis]] produced by the [[MS Trust]]. He described working with people with MS as "One of the most rewarding experiences of my career. Movement and exercise makes people feel good, valued and puts a smile on everyone's face."<ref>{{cite journal |date=October 2007|title=Move it for MS! |journal=Way Ahead |volume=11 |issue=4 |pages=1| url=http://www.mstrust.org.uk/professionals/information/wayahead/articles/11042007_03.jsp |accessdate=2009-01-15}}</ref> |
In 2007 Mr Motivator presented Move It For MS, an exercise DVD for people with [[multiple sclerosis]] produced by the [[MS Trust]]. He described working with people with MS as "One of the most rewarding experiences of my career. Movement and exercise makes people feel good, valued and puts a smile on everyone's face."<ref>{{cite journal |date=October 2007|title=Move it for MS! |journal=Way Ahead |volume=11 |issue=4 |pages=1| url=http://www.mstrust.org.uk/professionals/information/wayahead/articles/11042007_03.jsp |accessdate=2009-01-15}}</ref> |
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In 2007 it was reported by The Sun that [[Dave Benson-Phillips]] was the half brother of Mr. Motivator, however the that revelation only came out after they had slept together.<ref>http://www.davebensonphillips.co.uk//ref> |
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In 2009 Derrick Evans started supporting [[Breakthrough Breast Cancer]] joining the Breakthrough Running Club as a celebrity expert, helping motivate runners of all standards[http://www.breakthrough.org.uk/running]. |
In 2009 Derrick Evans started supporting [[Breakthrough Breast Cancer]] joining the Breakthrough Running Club as a celebrity expert, helping motivate runners of all standards[http://www.breakthrough.org.uk/running]. |
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On the 12th June 2009 Mr Motivator entertained the crowds at the Manchester Midnight Walk in aid of St Ann's Hospice, performing routines and then starting the walk off at midnight. |
On the 12th June 2009 Mr Motivator entertained the crowds at the Manchester Midnight Walk in aid of St Ann's Hospice, performing routines and then starting the walk off at midnight. |
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In August 2010, a new TV series starring Derrick will be televised. The show will consist of himself interviewing celebrity guests such as Vanessa Feltz and Ron Atkinson while doing a variety of fitness routines for a full hour. The Pilot episode had Paul Daniels performing star jumps. |
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Derrick starred in a pornagraphic film for Comic Relief in 2009, it featured himself and Barbara Winsor. |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Derrick Errol Evans / Mr Motivator | |
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| Born | 15th November 1952 Pike, Manchester, Jamaica |
| Occupation | Fitness Guru & Motivational speaker |
| Spouse | Sandra Evans (known as Palmer) 1996 - Present |
| Children | Carolyne, Ebony, James, Abigail |
| Parent | Adopted |
Derrick Errol Evans (born 1952), better known as "Mr Motivator", is a British- exercise instructor most famous for his appearances on the UK breakfast television show GMTV in the early 1990s. Evans returned to GMTV as Mr Motivator in 2009.
Early life and career
Evans was born in Manchester, Jamaica on 15 November 1952 and moved to Leicester in the UK in 1961. Evans found fame on the British breakfast television broadcaster GMTV in the early 1990s as Mr. Motivator, promoting health and fitness as a way of life. He performed fitness routines live on-air in highly-coloured outfits, which quickly became his trademark. His appearances on GMTV led to Evans becoming (as Mr Motivator) one of the most famous fitness instructors in the UK, a position he still holds today.
Evans' popularity on GMTV led to the release of a number of fitness videos including Mr. Motivator's 10 Minute BLTs, Mr. Motivator's 10 Minute Workouts, Body Conditioner: Shot in Barbados, BLT2: Shot in Australia, and Bums Legs & Tums. He still holds the record for most fitness DVD sales in the UK ever. [citation needed]
After leaving GMTV, Derrick Evans continued to release fitness videos, as well as making personal appearances, compering sales conferences, instructing team building exercises, and motivational talks for companies and organisations. In his personal appearance work, he is famous for his catchphrases 'Be happy!' , 'Get wicked!', 'Everybody say yeah!' and 'everybody say HUH!'.
At the beginning of 2007 Evans made a comeback to TV, advertising with his all new BLT workout. The exercise video focuses on the bums, legs and tums areas, and combines dance steps and original music. The video was shot in Jamaica.
In 2008, Derrick Evans begun to make more and more appearances, particularly in the UK, including a special club night at Jesters Nightclub (part of the Clowns Winebar and Jesters Nightclub complex), in Southampton, famous with the students from the University of Southampton. He has also recently visited Nottingham Trent University as part of a club night held in the university's Student Union building.
Recent career
Derrick Evans lives with his wife & youngest daughter in St Ann, Jamaica, dividing his time between Jamaica and the UK. In addition to his media, motivational and fitness work, Evans and his family own and operate H'Evans Scent, an ecotourism resort, and PaintSplat, Jamaica's first Paintball operation.
On 4 December 2008 it was announced that Evans would be returning to GMTV in 2009 as part of their new keep-fit campaign. This news led to Evans meeting British Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, in promotion of the NHS Change4Life campaign. Evans will also soon be releasing his autobiography, which will chronicle his story of growing up in Jamaica, rising to stardom on British television, and beyond.[1][2]
Charity Work
In 2007 Mr Motivator presented Move It For MS, an exercise DVD for people with multiple sclerosis produced by the MS Trust. He described working with people with MS as "One of the most rewarding experiences of my career. Movement and exercise makes people feel good, valued and puts a smile on everyone's face."[3]
In 2009 Derrick Evans started supporting Breakthrough Breast Cancer joining the Breakthrough Running Club as a celebrity expert, helping motivate runners of all standards[1].
On the 12th June 2009 Mr Motivator entertained the crowds at the Manchester Midnight Walk in aid of St Ann's Hospice, performing routines and then starting the walk off at midnight.
References
- ^ "Mr Motivator to return to GMTV". Digital Spy. 2008-12-04. Retrieved 2008-12-04.
- ^ "PM swaps tips with Mr Motivator". bbc.co.uk. 2009-01-06. Retrieved 2009-01-09.
- ^ "Move it for MS!". Way Ahead. 11 (4): 1. October 2007. Retrieved 2009-01-15.
External links
- MrMotivator.com Derrick Evans official site
- H'EvansScent.com Derrick Evans' eco-resort
- PaintSplatJM.com Derrick Evans paintball operation