John Parkin (infomercial presenter)

John Parkin is a well-known presenter of US infomercials.

Originally from Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK, he was working as a successful department store salesman when he was offered a job by US informercial producers who were unable to find a suitable American presenter.

Since the 1980s he has presented the well-known Amazing Discoveries infomercial series among others, selling products such as the Turbo Cooker, Royal Diamond Cookware and the Rocket Chef food processor.

Parkin's 'trademarks' include red braces, a bowtie, and an energetic presentation style.

External links

• Biography page on IMDB
• BBC Radio 4 In Business, 8 Sept 2005 (on which Parkin was interviewed)