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Holly Willoughby is poised for a dramatic return to our TV screens, following her departure from This Morning in October 2023, as she’s set to host Strictly Come Dancing

Holly Willoughby “will take over” as Strictly Come Dancing presenter, according to top media source.

The host is set for a dramatic return to our TV screens, more than two years after quitting This Morning on ITV when she became the victim of a murder plot. Gavin Plumb, the creep behind the conspiracy, was jailed for life in July and now it is thought Holly, 44, is ready to come back to broadcasting.

Peter Fincham, who was director of the BBC for two years until 2007, understands Holly will replace either Claudia Winkleman or Tess Daly, who are leaving Strictly after more than two decades associated with the programme.

Mr Fincham, who since managed ITV between 2008 and 2016, said: “My hairdresser also cuts the hair of a well-known channel controller. What’s said in Harry’s the hairdresser stays in Harry’s. But he says with great confidence that Holly Willoughby will take over.”

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The insider spoke to Richard Eden, a journalist with the Daily Mail, who wrote Holly is likely to present Strictly from the start of the next series in 2026. Tess and Claudia will depart at the end of the current series, from which actress and model Ellie Goldstein was eliminated on Saturday.

Holly was on This Morning for 14 years until her exit, which came after her long-time co-presenter Phillip Schofield resigned. Phillip, 63, had admitted that, before leaving his wife, he had carried on an extramarital affair with a young male co-worker and had lied about it to ITV’s management, his colleagues, lawyers, agents and friends and family.

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The experienced presenter was dropped by his talent agency YMU after the affair, which was not illegal, and he also stepped down from ITV completely – meaning he did not host the British Soap Awards in the following days.

Holly’s return, said to be backed with “great confidence” by the “well-known channel controller”, would come off the back of this scrutiny – albeit more than two years down the line. The bombshell claims come after sources linked comedian Alan Carr, 49, to one of the two vacant Strictly posts.

The presenter is currently impressing millions with his playful charisma on The Celebrity Traitors, on which he has reached the final five. A source had said: “He’s an old-fashioned showbiz pro who would be just perfect hosting Strictly. If he does manage to win Traitors it will be a sign to the BBC that he has the star quality to present its flagship show.”

BBC Radio 2 listeners have been left convinced a radio host accidentally dropped the C-bomb live on air.

An unfortunate slip of the tongue appeared to hit the radio airwaves this morning – but did you hear it?

Gary Davies was live on air sitting in for Vernon Kay on his mid-morning show when the moment occurred.

The host appeared to trip over his words which left many to question if he accidentally dropped the C-word on air.

In the moment, Gary could be heard talking about the lyrics of one of the songs from band, The Divine Comedy.

The radio host said: “Check this one out, which has one of the best lines from a song ever.”

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As he attempted to introduce the band, Gary appeared to say: “The Divine c***, oh!”

He then giggled as he quickly attempted to correct himself before he tripped over his words once again.

He mis-pronounced “comedy” once more before finally getting it right amid a flurry of giggles in the awkward moment.

Laughing at Gary’s mistake, one radio fan commented: “Don’t worry, nobody noticed.”

As another added: “Ooh Gary Davies on your radio. Casually dropping the C word.”

Gary is a BBC Radio 2 regular.

The star often sits in for Vernon when the Bolton-born presenter is missing from the programme.

Vernon’s show airs weekday mornings from 9:30am until 12pm.

Gary is also often heard hosting his specialist music show, Sounds of the 80s.

A BBC radio presenter who was sacked for his inappropriate radio segments says he thought he was acting within the guidelines.

Jack Murley, from Bodmin, was employed by BBC Radio Cornwall, in Truro, from 2019 until he was taken off air by the broadcaster in 2023.

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His dismissal came after a “heated conversation” with his boss over his social media use.

The presenter was taken off air despite believing he was “acting within the BBC’s social media guidelines”, a tribunal heard.

Since 2022 Mr Murley had offered his views on social media about the BBC’s Local Value For All project, questions were also raised about one of his radio features.

Mr Murley’s Loosest Goose segment, a satirical show that included innuendo, was described at the disciplinary hearing as being “deeply inappropriate” and “well beyond innuendo.”

One of the beebs senior news editors told the tribunal it had been a “clear and straightforward decision” to consider the case as “gross misconduct.”

At the hearing in Exeter Mr Murley explained he would have been willing to make changes or even “undertake training” to keep his job.

He said if concerns were raised with him he would have acted to address them.

The former presenter is now seeking a whopping £48,000 in compensation.

The corporation said they removed the presenter from the airwaves because of the “heated conversation” he had with his manager.

According to Mr Murley the row stemmed from his social media use, which the firm took issue with.

A senior news editor at BBC Wales was the hearing manager for the disciplinary proceedings brought against Mr Murley.

The senior news editor said social media posts were viewed in the same light as a broadcast.

Speaking at the tribunal he would go on to say Mr Murley: “Should have had the knowledge and experience to be compliant with the guidelines.”

Mr Murley’s disciplinary hearing went to appeal and the hearing manager director of BBC Northern Ireland, Adam Smyth, upheld the decision.

Smyth said the corporation has to “be sure that our presenters are trustworthy.”

Mr Murley is said to have claimed he had several examples of managers endorsing his innuendo in his Loosest Goose radio feature.

He questioned how he was supposed to know that the show breached guidelines given that his seniors endorsed it.

The former presenter explained at the hearing: “I thought I was in the right.”

He added: “I think there was a way back, I wanted to stay at the BBC, I loved the BBC.”

The tribunal continues.

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The Beeb has suffered a number of gaffes recently, here we take a look at the biggest, and funniest, mishaps to date:

GAVIN & Stacey star Joanna Page says she did not complain about being groped by a TV presenter because she “did not want to make a fuss”.

The Welsh actress, 48, who played Stacey Shipman in the hit BBC sitcom has written about it in her new memoir Lush.

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She recalled the female producer of an entertainment show telling her the presenter could be “very handsy with the women”.

He started groping her and she had to knock his hand away.

Joanna said: “There are always going to be predators in an environment like this when you’ve got young, beautiful girls who are desperate to get a job.

“It is so hard to get that job.”

“Most of the time the people who are giving you those jobs are older men and they know that you want the job and there’s a million girls out there trying to get the job.”

She continued: “You don’t ever go, ‘Oh God, I’m going to report this’, because in those days you kind of didn’t, you just got on with it, it was what happened at work.

“It wasn’t every single job I went into, but in lots of different jobs there would be one type of thing.”

Mum-of-four Joanna, who is promoting her memoir Lush!, does not name the perpetrator ­­as she says: “The legal people said, ‘Be careful’.”

Earlier this year, Joanna and Natalie Cassidy were dealt a blow when the Beeb failed to recommission their show, leaving it axed just one year after launching.

A BBC spokesperson told The Sun earlier this year: “What started as a six month project turned into more than a year of joyous TV chatter, and over 80 heart-warming episodes.

“Though they both loved making the series, Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page have very busy schedules and on the 21st May, the final episode of Off the Telly will be released on BBC Sounds.

“Thank you to Nat and Jo for their warm recommendations and insider analysis, and to the whole team for keeping listeners in the loop with what to watch.

“We look forward to working with Nat and Jo again soon!”

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Adam Henson has launched two cabins for the public to stay in at his farm

Fans of BBC Countryfile presenter Adam Henson have a unique chance to spend the night at his farm park in the Cotswolds. The celebrity, who lives at the much-loved 650-hectare Cotswold Farm Park with his wife Charlie, has unveiled two new luxury cabins for guests.

These additions enhance the existing accommodation options, which include hot tub cabins and snug lodges. Situated approximately five miles from the tourist hotspot of Bourton-on-the-Water, the farm park now provides more choices for those considering an overnight stay to fully enjoy all it has to offer. Each cabin can house four guests and bookings are open from now until October 31.

Reservations for the new Ash and Oak cabins are priced at £195 per night. Ash Cabin boasts two double beds, while Oak Cabin features one double bed and a bunk bed with two singles.

An exclusive offer from Cotswold Farm Park Holidays might make the proposition even more appealing. A discount of 25 per cent will be applied to all new bookings made before September 30, according to Birmingham Live.

To avail of the savings, bookers need to use the code AUTUMNESCAPE. Included in the cost of the stay is free entry to the farm park. These opulent cabins come fully kitted out to accommodate either a group of four or a family, featuring bathrooms with rainfall showers, basins, toilets, and electric towel warmers.

The living space is complete with a dining area, tv, and sofa, while the kitchen boasts a fridge, toaster, kettle, two-ring electric hob, oven, and coffee maker. The accommodation is perfect for a break in the picturesque Cotswolds.

This move comes on the heels of the 59-year-old celebrity’s announcement earlier this year about his departure from his Cotswolds farm. Adam divulged that he and Charlie had opted to shift to a nearby bungalow after taking over the farm established by his father, Joe, in 1971.

It appears that Adam’s children have decided against following in their father’s farming footsteps, leading the TV star to transition away from the beloved family homestead in Gloucestershire.

In conversation with the Express about the legacy of the Cotswolds farm, he commented: “My dad was ahead of his time by opening a farm for people to come and visit, bottle-feed a lamb or hold a chick.”

Despite Adam’s deep-seated love for wildlife, which stems from his childhood, it seems this passion hasn’t been inherited by his children, as the presenter acknowledges that the agricultural lifestyle hasn’t enthralled his offspring. He elaborated: “Sure, they can lamb a sheep and drive a tractor, but my daughter lives in Perth as an events organiser and my son is a financial advisor in Leeds.”

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The host has confirmed she’ll be appearing on the iconic red sofa for a second week running and fans appear to like the change

Presenter Emma Vardy has revealed she’ll be appearing on BBC Breakfast for the second week running. She first took over duties on September 2, where she confirmed she would be with her BBC Breakfast colleagues for a “while”.

After fronting Sunday morning’s instalment (September 7) with co-host Ben Boulos, Emma signed off by saying that she would be back on Monday morning (September 8).

During the closing moments, she expressed: “That’s all from us today but Breakfast will be back tomorrow from 6am. I will be there too, setting my early alarm clock for 4am.”

Ben then smiled before adding: “Enjoy the rest of your Sunday, have a great day. Goodbye,” as the iconic theme tune played.

Eagle-eyed fans were quick to comment on the shake-up as they flocked to X, with one writing: “Nice change, Emma Vardy and business school Ben this morning #bbcbreakfast.”

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Another said: “Emma Vardy is better viewing,” while someone else penned: “She is lovely Emma.”

Yet another asked: “#bbcbreakfast Has Emma Vardy replaced Northern Nina on Breakfast?,” and a fifth added: “Emma Vardy is great #bbcbreakfast.”

Emma’s equation with the BBC is long-running as she’s the broadcaster’s Ireland correspondent, covering Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

After revealing she would be appearing as an anchor for BBC rolling news back in May, the journalist told her fans on September 2 that they’d be seeing her on their screens a lot more.

She wrote on X: “Goooood morning!! I’m back with the @BBCBreakfast gang for a while. First day back at school vibes, been finding my coat peg and writing my name neatly at the top of scripts. Will see if @sallynugent wants to be my bf at lunch break.”

Jon Kay and Sally Nugent usually host the show from Monday to Wednesday, with Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty leading the charge from Thursday to Saturday. Sunday editions of BBC Breakfast are usually presented by members of the stand-in presenting team.

Emma’s announcement comes after Naga was forced to deliver some sad news during Saturday’s edition of the show (September 6).

She confirmed: “14 minutes past six is the time. The founding member of the band The Turtles, Mark Volman, has died at the age of 78.”

Following a clip from one of their classic tracks, photographs of Mark flashed across the screen.

She went on: “The band was known for the number-one hits Happy Together and Elenore. Volman passed away yesterday after a brief and unexpected illness, according to his representative.”

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Good Morning Britain viewers said the same thing as Adil Ray returned to the show on Monday

Good Morning Britain viewers claimed to “switch off” as an ITV presenter returned to the show.

During Monday’s (August 18) episode of the programme, host Kate Garraway was joined by Adil Ray to present the latest news from across the UK and around the world.

They discussed Europe’s leaders flying to Washington to show their support for Ukraine, and whether the courts should start to crack down on shoplifting.

There was also a debate on a possible tax on the wealth of Britain’s top bosses, which has reached a record high.

Kate and Adil were joined in the studio by Sean Fletcher, who presented the rest of the day’s news, while Laura Tobin provided regular weather forecasts live from Kew Gardens.

However, several GMB fans were quickly left distracted by Adil’s return to the show, with many taking to X (formerly Twitter) to share their reactions.

Following Ben Shephard’s departure from the show last year, Adil has been on rotation as a Friday host and usually fronts the ITV programme with either Kate, Laura, or Charlotte Hawkins.

However, the Citizen Khan star hasn’t been seen on screen for several weeks.

After seeing Adil at the helm on Monday, one person wrote on social media: “I’ll pass on that thanks,” with another adding: “Nobody will get a word in with these two presenters. Switches over.”

A third said: “No thanks,” while another similarly shared: “Worst pairing ever. You can do better than this.”

A fifth viewer echoed the sentiment, saying: “Sorry but I will not be watching.”

Meanwhile, other viewers have shared their delight at Adil’s appearance, with one person writing: “Yes! Love Adil! But to be honest all the @GMB presenters are really good.”

Another added: “I like this pairing on GMB. At heart, both exceptional interviewers,” while a third said: “What a great pair today.”

The news comes after Adil revealed a shocking connection to Hollywood star Lindsay Lohan, sharing that they had a “lovely” dinner together 12 years ago.

Good Morning Britain airs weekdays on ITV1 and ITVX at 6am

The Late Show’s Stephen Colbert hit back at President Donald Trump after he said he ‘absolutely loved’ that the CBS show was getting cancelled

Stephen Colbert told US President Donald Trump to go ‘f**k himself’ as he responded to a tweet the POTUS made about the CBS talk show host. CBS recently announced their decision to cancel The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, with the show not returning after May 2026.

CBS said financial difficulties were part of the reason they decided to cancel the long-running show, as they were ‘losing money’ in a challenging late-night show environment. Convicted felon and US President Trump, who is known to lash out at celebrities, was delighted at the news and took to his social media to share his excitement over The Late Show’s cancellation.

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“I absolutely love that Colbert’ got fired. His talent was even less than his ratings. I hear Jimmy Kimmel is next. Has even less talent than Colbert!” he wrote.

“Greg Gutfield is better than all of them combined, including the Moron on NBC who ruined the once great Tonight Show.” In a segment on Stephen’s show, the host read out Trump’s tweet while doing an impression of the President’s voice.

The audience booed the tweet before Stephen confidently said: “How dare you, sir? Would an untalented man be able to compose the following satirical witticism?” before turning to a different camera and adding: “Go f**k yourself!”

Cheers could be heard from the audience before they started chanting: “Stephen! Stephen! Stephen!” After the cancellation of the show was announced, fellow talk show hosts shared their support for the star.

Jimmy Kimmel wrote: “Love you Stephen. F**k you and all your Sheldons, CBS.” Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers also posted their support.

Tonight Show host Jimmy said: “I’m just as shocked as everyone,” while Seth posted: “I’m going to miss having him on TV every night.”

In a joint statement, Paramount and CBS bosses said: “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert will end its historic run in May 2026 at the end of the broadcast season. We consider Stephen Colbert irreplaceable and will retire The Late Show franchise at that time.

“We are proud that Stephen called CBS home. He and the broadcast will be remembered in the pantheon of greats that graced late night television.”

It continued: “This is purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night. It is not related in any way to the show’s performance, content or other matters happening at Paramount.”

Stephen broke the news last Thursday and told viewers: “I want to let you know something I found out just last night. Next year will be our last season. The network will be ending The Late Show in May.”

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Jasmine Harman, the co-presenter of the Channel 4 series A Place in the Sun: Home or Away? alongside Jonnie Irwin, has shared her top tips for last-minute summer getaways

With the UK already basking in a record-breaking heatwave – the hottest June on record – and the majority of schools breaking up for summer next week, families across the country are gearing up for a much-needed escape here in the UK and broad.

But if you haven’t booked anything yet, don’t panic – you’re in good company.

According to a YouGov survey, 15% of Brits book their summer holidays within the month before travelling. And, I’ll be honest, I’m one of them! I’ve always been a bit of a last-minute planner! Life gets busy, and sometimes you just have to grab the moment.

Clearly, I’m not alone. Enterprise Mobility’s new research shows that 78% of people in the UK are planning at least one overnight trip this summer, with August shaping up to be the peak month for getaways.

So, whether you’re planning a family escape to Cornwall, a scenic drive through Scotland, or even heading abroad to explore the South of France or the Spanish coast, here are my top holiday hacks for a stress-free, last-minute escape.

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1. Don’t over-plan – always leave room for discovery

If you’re heading to the coast, countryside, or hopping across to Europe, don’t feel like you need a minute-by-minute itinerary. Some of the best holiday moments come from spontaneous decisions – a pop-up market, a quiet beach cove, or a quirky museum you spot on the way. Leave space to wander, take detours, and see where the day takes you.

2. Rent a car for flexibility (and space!)

If your usual car feels cramped or isn’t up to a long journey, hiring a car can make all the difference – especially when you’ve got kids, beach gear, or grandparents in tow. I’ve used Enterprise Rent-A-Car for years because it’s quick, convenient, and reliable. If like me, you’re usually in charge of making sure everything runs smoothly on your breaks, you know the value of stress-free excellent service. That’s why I love the flexibility of renting a car – it just gives you options. And on a last-minute trip, that’s gold.

3. Pack like a pro – even if you’re in a rush

Don’t waste precious time hunting for suncream or headphones at the airport or petrol station. A bit of prep goes a long way. I always pack reusable water bottles, bin bags for sandy shoes, a portable phone charger, and plenty of snacks. For any last-minute panic-ers, keep a list of everything you need and tick off the items as they go in your case. And when you’re at the end of your holiday, it’s a great way to check nothing gets left behind.

If we’re driving, a great playlist is essential – but even on flights or trains, don’t underestimate the power of noise-cancelling headphones and a downloaded movie!

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4. Be a last-minute legend – spontaneous adventures are the best

You don’t need to book six months in advance to have an amazing time. In fact, some of the best getaways I’ve had were planned just days before. With so many travel tools and booking apps now, it’s easier than ever to be spontaneous. I know that this comes easier to some of us than others.

So, if you’re usually planned, booked and packed well ahead of time – why not take a last-minute trip this summer with the only thing on your itinerary being to explore somewhere new?

5. School holiday survival tip: travel smart, not stressed

If you’re travelling with children, the trick is to move when it’s quiet – early mornings or after dinner are often calmer. And always come prepared: audiobooks, travel games, and a “surprise bag” of little treats can work wonders to keep kids entertained.

A happy journey makes all the difference when you’re starting a holiday, especially if you’re setting off at the crack of dawn.

Karen Pirie is back and she’s set for a whirlwind – but off-screen, things were just as intense for series creator Emer Kenny, who couldn’t rely on her famous (and busy) husband.

Karen Pirie’s second season is packed with intense drama and explosive bombshells – but things were just as intense behind the scenes. Series creator Emer Kenny juggled triple duties as writer, executive producer and cast member as Karen’s best friend River… while also being a new mum.

“Filming was hectic,” she says, “My baby was 12 weeks old when I started writing the season and he was 18 months old when we were shooting. He came to Glasgow with me for three months.”

Emer had a secret weapon, but it wasn’t her husband, presenter Rick Edwards. “I wouldn’t have been able to do it without my mum,” she says. “My husband was away working in Germany at the Euros because he’s a presenter, so I had my mum with me at all times.”

Kylie Minogue helped too, making a daunting experience a delight: “Kylie has her own brand of rose that we drank the whole way through. It was absolutely crazy but I never feel more alive than when we’re making stuff. It just feels thrilling.”

Lauren Lyle returns to the ITV crime drama as the sharp, scrappy Scottish detective in the second season of Karen Pirie, and DI Karen’s ready to ruffle a few feathers.

Freshly promoted – albeit reluctantly – she’s still got everything to prove. “She’s determined to prove herself,” Lauren says. “Even though she’s been promoted, she’s still doubted.

It’s a reluctant promotion. Where her boss says, ‘You’re difficult but you’re great so you deserve it.’ That’s what drives her. There’s a general frustration with men being in her way and having to listen to them.”

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The TV adaptation of Val McDermid’s best-selling novel series was a hit during its first season. So it’s no surprise that Emer also felt the pressure.

“It was a little daunting,” she says, “Season one was my first time writing a show. Coming back, you really hope you can match the energy and bring another good story. So I was a little daunted but the book has a really exciting story.”

Based on A Darker Domain, the second novel in the Karen Pirie series, the new season dives into a case that’s haunted the nation for decades: the 1984 disappearance of heiress Catriona Grant and her toddler son, Adam.

“She’s kidnapped at gunpoint, and then a ransom note arrives at her family home with a polaroid of her, and she is never seen again,” teases Emer. “There’s never a handover. No other ransom note was received.” Until now.

When a body is found in a remote quarry, it blows the case wide open. But it’s not Catriona. “It’s a man,” says Emer, “But her car key is in his pocket.”

As the investigation unfolds, so do the secrets – including Catriona’s steamy, hidden affair with Mick, played by The Last Kingdom’s Mark Rowley.

“Julia (Brown) and Mark were amazing together,” Emer says, “When I got their auditions in, I knew it would work. It was really important that their love story felt romantic and real.”

But Catriona isn’t the only one getting her heart tangled this season. Karen’s own love life heats up with DS Phil Parhatka, played by Zach Wyatt, but she’s keeping it strictly under wraps.

“Karen’s under the impression a woman can only have one of the other – a career or a home life,” Lauren says. “Phil’s a good, smart man who’s willing to support her, but Karen thinks she has to choose her career to keep getting ahead. Her career gives her a sense of worth, but it can damage her love life.”

But the cold case earns her more attention and Karen struggles to keep the balance. “No one at work knows they’re together and she wants to keep it that way,” Emer says. “But there’s a whole new level of public interest. This is an even bigger case than the first one so she has a lot of eyes on her.”

If the stakes are higher, the humour’s sharper too – something inspired by Miss Congeniality. “Lauren and I always talk about Sandra Bullock’s character in that film as a big touchstone. We love her humour and her no-nonsense personality,” Emer says.

Other icons helped shape Karen’s DNA: Helen Mirren’s steely Jane Tennison in Prime Suspect, Kate Winslet’s bruised brilliance in Mare of Easttown and Toni Collette’s grit in Unbelievable.

Season two took the cast from gritty Glasgow streets to the sun-drenched chaos of Malta. “We had to move the shoot to September because it was too hot in Malta to shoot,” Emer remembers.

“We had tons of running scenes through the streets of Malta in 40 degree heat. But I think they loved it. I think they loved having their inner James Bond moments.”

Audiences clearly love it too and with eight novels in the series (and counting), there’s no shortage of source material. “There is potential for another season and ITV are really supportive,” Emer says. “It just depends on whether the audience wants more.” But for now, Karen is here to stay – and she’s fiercer than ever.

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This Morning presenter Dermot O’Leary has reportedly landed a role away from ITV as a quiz show host alongside Sam Quek in a new Channel 5 programme

This Morning star Dermot O’Leary has reportedly landed a role as a presenter on a new Channel 5 sports-themed gameshow from the same creators as hit shows, Gladiators and The Wheel. The 52-year-old star is known for presenting the likes of The X Factor, This Morning, The One Show and more.

And now, he’ll try his hand as a quiz show host alongside Olympic hockey star Sam Quek. The Hungry Bear-produced show is an American football-themed programme that is said to still be in its early stages, with sources claiming Dermot and Sam have good chemistry for it.

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“The show is at pilot stage but Dermot and Sam have really good chemistry so everyone is excited about taking this to a full series at some point,” a source claimed to The Sun.

“Hungry Bear are the masters in this realm, and NFL is such a growth area.” The Mirror have reached out to Channel 5 for comment.

Meanwhile, Sam is known for her stint on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! where she reached the final four. She was also a guest panellist on sports panel game show Play to the Whistle and BBC’s A Question of Sport

She’s also bee the presenter on sports shows, such as The NFL Show, rugby union on Channel 5, field hockey on BY Sport and football for Channel 4. Most recently, she was a contestant on the 22nd series of Strictly Come Dancing/

It comes as Olivia Attwood has her eye on former X Factor star Dermot’s role on This Morning, expressing that she’d love to host alongside Alison Hammond on the show.

She is already a regular on the Loose Women panel and has been since 2023 but now Olivia is taking the plunge and moving on to her next venture.

Fans of This Morning will know, that Dermot host Friday episodes alongside Alison. In a recent interview with Closer magazine, Olivia spilled her excitement, saying how she couldn’t wait to present the show with the former Big Brother star.

Speaking about her new role, she told the publication: “Everyone’s been so welcoming.” She added: “The whole team’s been lovely, and I’m just excited to get stuck in and learn from people I really admire.”

When touching on who she’d love to present with the most, Olivia said: “If I ever get to host with Alison, I’m so sure we’d just laugh for two hours straight. Probably three.”

This Morning airs weekdays on ITV1, from 10am.

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BBC and ITV sports presenting icon Steve Ryder gave his last broadcast on Sunday as he presented the British Touring Car Championship at Oulton Park for ITV4

Sports presenter Steve Ryder has announced his retirement from broadcasting after an impressive 48-year career. The 75-year-old covered major sporting fixtures for both the BBC and ITV over the course of his time on the air.

On Sunday, the star was broadcasting from the British Touring Car Championship at Oulton Park in Cheshire when he revealed he would be hanging up his microphone. He was covering the event for ITV4 when he announced the news of his departure from the screen.

A montage of clips was then shared showing drivers including Lando Norris, Nigel Mansell, Damon Hill, Jenson Button and David Coulthard all bidding farewell to the broadcaster. Over the years, he has hosted Sportsnight and Sports Personality of the Year, as well as the BBC’s coverage of every Olympic Games between 1988 and 2004.

He departed the BBC in 2005 and joined ITV where he presented coverage of Formula One, as well as the football and rugby World Cups. His final appearance proved to be a muted exit, but he has previously explained why he decided the time had come to quit.

He told the Daily Mail: “The biggest emotion as you get into the last two minutes of something like that is, ‘For God’s sake, don’t c**k it up.’

“Because you’d be thinking about that for the next 20 years. I’ve probably outstayed my welcome. I’ve been hugely lucky with the places that the career has taken me. But it’s close to 50 years now, so the cracks are showing.”

Steve famously used to present Match of the Day and was left miffed when he was replaced by Gary Lineker as the main host – admitting he had cut the former footballer out of his life.

The beef began when Gary said in 2015 that he though the R&A as ‘pompous’ and accused them of feeling like ‘superior beings’. This, in turn, provoked a furious reaction from Steve.

He told the Golf Paper: “I hold Gary Lineker in the highest regard as a football presenter, but his reflections on his experiences as a golf presenter need a huge reality check. For four years, the R&A and most other observers knew that Gary was the wrong man in the wrong job. Hazel Irvine has just delivered once again at the Open presentation skills of the highest quality. Not many people can do that and Gary certainly came up short.

“Roger Mosey, the head of sport, knew Gary was a golf fanatic and was further encouraged by Gary apparently volunteering for the Masters vacancy within a few minutes of my exit from Television Centre.

“But if Mosey thought long and hard before offering Gary the golf job, it’s even more baffling. Match of the Day is scripted and rehearsed. Golf presentation, especially at Augusta, is seat of the pants, unpredictable and demanding.”

Away from sport, Steve also won praise for being open about a battle against prostate cancer after he was diagnosed with the disease in October 2023.

He underwent emergency surgery which stopped the cancer from spreading. He previously told BBC Breakfast: “They took one look and said, ‘We’re going to operate in two weeks’.

“No messing around. We did Brands Hatch for ITV on the Sunday and I had the operation on the Thursday. So it slotted into the schedule quite nicely!”

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A TV presenter has surprisingly announced he’s leaving Sky News next week.

The former LBC and BBC Newsnight broadcaster announced he’s quit the job after a 12-year career in journalism.

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Matthew Thompson said he’s leaving London for family reasons and is moving into a different industry entirely.

He wrote on X: “Some personal news. In a couple of weeks, I am leaving Sky News. And indeed, leaving London, and journalism altogether.

“It’s not a decision I’ve taken lightly, but it’s one that’s best for me and my family. I’ll be moving to Edinburgh, and into the world of finance.

“I won’t subject you all to a self-indulgent run through of my career highlights. But suffice to say it has been the privilege of my life to spend these last 12 years or so as a journalist.

“To work with some of the best in the business, and to talk to all of you.

“Thank you to all the people who made it possible, and to all the people who let me tell their stories along the way. I’ve always tried to make it about you, rather than me.

“I hope I managed that, and that I did the privilege justice. As for next steps… I can say more soon.”

Most recently, Matthew worked as Sky News‘ Home & Political Correspondent.

He continued: “I hope this isn’t goodbye. It may be possible to keep some level of engagement on here in my new gig.

“For now, thank you. I’ve learned so much from reading and speaking with you all over the years.

“It’s made me a better journalist, and a better person. I’ll miss it terribly.”