Perri Luc Kiely, professionally known as Perri Kiely, is an English dancer, television presenter, radio host, actor, and social media personality.
He is best known as a member of the award-winning dance troupe Diversity, which won the third series of Britain’s Got Talent in 2009.
Perri has also appeared on Dancing on Ice, Celebrity Gogglebox, Splash!, The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer, and co-hosted KISS Breakfast alongside Jordan Banjo.
Essential Data
- Full Name: Perri Luc Kiely
- Stage Name: Perri Kiely
- Born: December 15, 1995
- Age: 30 years old
- Birthplace: Essex, England, United Kingdom
- Occupation: Dancer, Television Presenter, Radio Host, Actor, Social Media Personality
- Nationality: British
- Height: 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm)
- Ethnicity: White British
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: Russ Kiely, Christine Kiely
- Siblings: Starr Kiely, Elvie Kiely
- Spouse: Jessica Pickles
- Children: None
- Relationship: Dating
- Net Worth: $2 million USD
Early Life and Education
Perri Kiely was born on December 15, 1995, in Essex, England, United Kingdom. He was raised by his parents, Russ Kiely and Christine Kiely. Perri grew up with two siblings, Starr Kiely and Elvie Kiely.
From an early age, he developed a passion for dance and performance, eventually joining the street dance troupe Diversity while still in his early teens.
Although details about his formal education have not been publicly disclosed, he devoted much of his youth to dance training and live performances.
Career
Perri Kiely’s professional career began when he joined Diversity, the dance group founded by Ashley Banjo. In 2009, the group won the third series of Britain’s Got Talent, launching Perri into the national spotlight at just 13 years old.
He later appeared in the dance film StreetDance 3D and expanded into television presenting, co-hosting Jordan & Perri’s Ultimate Block Party, Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards UK, and Got to Dance backstage coverage.
Perri continued to establish himself as a television personality by winning Splash! in 2014, finishing as runner-up on Dancing on Ice in 2020, and appearing on shows including Celebrity Gogglebox, The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer, and Celebrity Antiques Road Trip.
Alongside his close friend Jordan Banjo, he hosted KISS Breakfast from 2020 until January 2026. Despite leaving the radio show, he remains an active member of Diversity, which is touring the United Kingdom with its officially announced SOUL Tour in 2026.
Awards and Nominations
- Britain’s Got Talent – Winner (with Diversity) (2009)
- Splash! – Winner (Series 2) (2014)
- ARIA Award – Winner (with Jordan Banjo)
- TV BAFTA Awards – Must-See Moment Nominee (with Diversity)
Social Media
- Instagram: @realperrikiely
- X (Twitter): @PerriKiely
- TikTok: @realperrikiely
Personal Life
Perri Kiely, 30, is currently in a relationship with actress and dancer Jessica Pickles. The couple began dating in 2023 after meeting while working together in a stage production and have since shared aspects of their relationship publicly.
Before dating Jessica Pickles, Perri was in a long-term relationship with Laura Smith. He has no children and stands approximately 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm) tall.
Net Worth
Perri Kiely has an estimated net worth of $2 million USD. His income is primarily generated through live performances with Diversity, television presenting, radio broadcasting, brand endorsements, public appearances, and social media partnerships. His long-running success in entertainment has made him one of the United Kingdom’s most recognizable dancers and presenters.
Filmography
- StreetDance 3D (2010)
- Television
- Britain’s Got Talent (2009)
- Popatron (2010)
- Got to Dance (2013)
- Jordan & Perri’s Ultimate Block Party (2013)
- Splash! (2014)
- Release the Hounds (2014)
- The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer (2018)
- Celebrity Antiques Road Trip (2018)
- Dancing on Ice (2020)
- KISS Breakfast with Jordan & Perri (2020–2026)
- Celebrity Gogglebox (2021–present)
- Diversity: SOUL Tour (2026) – Live UK Tour
beta squad
Beta Squad, a group of five British YouTubers, is a popular UK-based content creator collective known for their entertaining challenge videos, pranks, vlogs, comedy sketches, and series like “Who Can,” “$10 vs $10,000,” and “Last To.” Based in London, England, the members—Niko Omilana, Chunkz, AJ Shabeel, Sharky, and King Kenny—have built a massive following with their humorous teamwork, relatable banter, and high-energy content.
Profile
Members Real Name: Nikolas Omilana (Niko), Amin Mohamed (Chunkz), Ayaanle Shabeel (AJ), Sharmarke Mohamud (Sharky), Kenny Ojuederie (King Kenny)
Stage Name: Beta Squad
Active: February 14, 2019
Origin: United Kingdom (with roots in Netherlands for some members)
Active: Present
Nationality: British (with Somali and Nigerian heritage)
Occupation: YouTubers, Content Creators, Entertainers
Net Worth: $1.5 million to $11 million
Early Life and Members
Beta Squad is a YouTube group formed by five friends who were already creating individual content. They officially came together in 2019 and moved into a shared mansion for collaborative filming. Their content focuses on challenges, pranks, and group dynamics, drawing from their diverse backgrounds and friendship.
Niko Omilana
Date of Birth: March 4, 1998
Age: 28 years old
Place of Birth: Stafford, West Midlands, England (raised in Staffordshire)
Ethnicity: British-Nigerian
Religion: Christian
Parents: English mother and Nigerian (Yoruba) father
Siblings: Unknown
Education: Not detailed
Early Life: Niko grew up in Staffordshire after his parents’ divorce. He developed an interest in comedy and pranks, starting his YouTube channel in 2014. His energetic style and large-scale stunts helped him gain fame before forming Beta Squad with friends. He is known for his leadership and ambitious video ideas.
Chunkz
Date of Birth: February 21, 1996
Age: 30 years old
Place of Birth: North West London, England (British Somali roots)
Ethnicity: British-Somali
Religion: Muslim
Parents: Somali immigrants (from Somaliland)
Siblings: Youngest of five
Education: London Metropolitan University (studied financial mathematics; dropped out in 2016)
Early Life: Chunkz grew up in North West London with a passion for music, rapping, and comedy. He started creating content early and worked briefly at a cinema before going full-time on YouTube. His charismatic personality and Somali heritage influence much of his relatable humor.
AJ Shabeel
Date of Birth: August 30, 1996
Age: 29 years old
Place of Birth: Leidschendam-Voorburg, Netherlands (raised in London)
Ethnicity: British-Somali
Religion: Muslim
Parents: Somali family
Siblings: Has a sister
Education: Not detailed
Early Life: AJ was born in the Netherlands to a Somali family and later moved to London. He initially worked as a cameraman for Chunkz before appearing in videos. His witty personality and football interest contributed to the group’s dynamic from the early days.
Sharky
Date of Birth: December 31, 1995
Age: 30 years old
Place of Birth: Utrecht, Netherlands (raised in London)
Ethnicity: British-Somali
Religion: Muslim
Parents: Somali family
Siblings: Oldest of seven
Education: Not detailed
Early Life: Sharky was born in the Netherlands and moved to London. He started with FIFA videos and vlogs in 2015. As one of the founding collaborators with Chunkz, his calm yet funny presence has been key to Beta Squad’s appeal.
King Kenny (KingKennyTV)
Date of Birth: March 20, 1997
Age: 29 years old
Place of Birth: Watford, Hertfordshire, England
Ethnicity: British-Nigerian
Religion: Christian
Parents: Mr and Mrs Kenny
Siblings: Wisdom
Education: Unknown
Early Life: Kenny grew up in the UK with Nigerian roots. He was creating content independently before teaming up with Niko and the others. His energetic and humorous contributions complete the group’s chemistry.
Formation
Beta Squad was officially formed on February 14, 2019, by five friends who had been collaborating individually. They announced the group and moved into a shared mansion shortly after to create challenge-style content together. The name and dynamic stem from their close friendship and desire for collaborative fun videos.
Career
Beta Squad launched their joint channel in 2019 and quickly grew with challenge videos, pranks, and group series. They have over 11 million subscribers and billions of views. Popular for their chemistry, football-related content, and large-scale productions, they continue to expand with merch, events, and individual projects.
Social Media
Instagram Handle: @betasquad
YouTube Channel: Beta Squad
Personal Life
Niko Omilana
Height: Unknown
Marriages: None
Children: None
Dating History: Unknown
Chunkz
Height: 6’0” (183 cm)
Marriages: None
Children: None
Dating History: Private
AJ Shabeel
Height: Unknown
Marriages: None
Children: None
Dating History: None
Sharky
Height: Unknown
Marriages: None
Children: None
Dating History: Private
King Kenny
Height: Unknown
Marriages: None
Children: None
Dating History: None
Net Worth
Beta Squad’s collective net worth is estimated between $1.5 million and over $11 million, derived from YouTube ad revenue, sponsorships, brand deals, and live events. Individual earnings vary, with high-view content driving significant income. No formal filmography or discography beyond occasional music features and YouTube series.