Anne Robinson admits she snubbed BBC's offer of The Weakest Link return

Anne Robinson's new replacement has already started filming episodes for Countdown, despite the host announcing her departure just days prior.New episodes for the Channel 4 gameshow have already begun filming, with a new stand-in presenter taking the reins instead of no-nonsense and quick-witted host Anne.This comes days after the 77-year-old TV star quit her role after just one year on the programme.The Mirror has reported that 43-year-old radio and TV host Colin Murray will be stepping into Anne's shoes for the time being.Colin has appeared on the show before now, and actually guest presented 33 episodes last year when then-host Nick Hewer was shielding during the coronavirus pandemic. The paper has revealed that Colin will host the programme until the autumn, but could potentially be announced as the permanent host.A Channel 4 source said: "Colin has agreed to be a stand-in host for us, which is brilliant news.

Carol Vorderman could be set to return to Countdown following Anne Robinson's departure from the Channel 4 show. Anne, 77, announced earlier this week that she's set to step down as Countdown host after less than a year in the job, and there have been lots of rumours and suggestions as to who might take over as the new presenter on the popular game show. One name that's been mentioned as a possible replacement is someone who's by no means a stranger to the programme is former numbers expert Carol, who is reportedly a top choice for the role among show bosses.But former host Nick Hewer, who presented the show for almost a decade between 2012 and 2021, reckons she might not be the right choice, in part because she's too closely associated with another job on the programme.Asked about the possibility in an interview with RadioTimes.com, he said: "I've been on her show a couple of times, she's got a [BBC] Radio Wales show."I don't know whether there would be a sort of conflict in a way because both she and Rachel [Riley] did the same job.So I don't know."I think she's a very popular woman, but I would have thought that it would slightly confuse the audience, which is a very faithful audience, [with] some people watching it for years and yearsHe added, "I just think that there might be – people might be a bit confused."For her part, Vorderman recently said it would be "an honour" to return to the show and thanked fans for their comments, but appeared to distance herself from the gig by wishing luck to the future host."I want to wish whoever is the lucky human to be the new host all the love and 9 letter words in the world," she wrote on Twitter.For who else might be a good fit for the job, Hewer had a wealth of suggestions,

BBC Pointless star Richard Osman turned down a gig hosting Countdown years ago, a top TV executive has claimed.

Carol Vorderman has broken her silence after Anne Robinson's Countdown exit, saying it would be an "honour" to host the show. Carol co-hosted the show with Richard Whitely for 26 years before he sadly died in 2005 and she left in 2008. And it's now been claimed that bosses are desperate for Carol to return and replace Anne.

Rachel Riley, 36 and Anne Robinson, 77, have clashed in the past, with The Weakest Link star publicly admitting that she found her co-star too "noisy" and admitting that she wouldn't "go on holiday with her".

Rachel Riley, 36, saw Richard Osman's comments on Twitter, prompting her to warn: "Never mess with Susie D." As her almost 697,000 amazed Twitter followers looked on, she likened the conflict between the two stars to military combat.Richard, 51, had originally tweeted to confirm he would not be replacing Anne Robinson, 77, as Countdown's new host.He used the opportunity to aim a cheeky dig at Susie, 57, while doing so."I keep reading I'm the favourite to be the new Countdown host. But there are 3 problems," he told his 1.1 million followers."1.

Rachel Riley has shared her excitement over the "next chapter" in the show's history following the exit of Anne Robinson.The stunning presenter and maths whiz posted a photo on her Instagram as she posed in a blue plunging dress with pink flowers as she opted for a subtle makeup look.She pinned her hair back and finished the look with a swipe of lippy as she donned a casual exterior as she held up a glass of wine to the camera.As she shared the snap she captioned the photo: "Drinking a toast to the next chapter in Countdown's history...

Anne Robinson has seen out and about near for the first time since she quit Countdown. Anne, 77, was wearing a jean jacket and red and white shawl as she ran errands near the BBC Broadcasting House just days after stepping down as the host of the Channel 4 quiz show.The former The Weakest Link presenter was in the role for a year, having joined the popular daytime show in 2021. Anne became the first woman to take on the main presenting job, and sixth person in total, as she recorded 265 episodes.

BBC to Channel 4 to become the new host of Countdown, in the aftermath of Anne Robinson's decision to quit. However, a new tweet from the quiz show star made his thoughts clear on the matter.Referencing an article that had been written mentioning him as a potential Countdown newcomer, he clarified his status, while aiming a cheeky dig at Dictionary Corner favourite, Susie Dent, 57."I keep reading I'm the favourite to be the new Countdown host.

Countdown’s former maths whizz has addressed the requests from fans calling for her to return to the show, 14 years after she last hosted.Carol joined the show back in 1982 and had a solid 26 year run with the programme until 2008, when she announced her departure.The move was met with grief from viewers as the beloved presenter had been a fan favourite, but was since replaced with current egghead Rachel Riley.The Sun has recently revealed that Channel 4 are keen to get Carol back to her old gig as host Anne Robinson prepares to leave.After just a year as the face of the show, Anne has decided to step down from her role.62-year-old Carol said that it would be “an honour” to return but had some sad news for the audience.She took to Twitter and wrote: “Thank you to all of you for saying such lovely things about a possibility of me returning to Countdown.”Carol continued: “You're very kind and it would be an honour, but I want to wish whoever is the lucky human to be the new host all the love and 9 letter words in the world,” and signed off with “count well” and “happy days”.An inside source has revealed that “Carol is such a big part of Countdown” and Channel 4 apparently “know how much everyone loves her” which is why they tried to get her back.According to the insider, “bosses would love her to come back as the main host” which would make her “Countdown journey come full circle”.A source close to Carol herself also said that “Countdown has always had a special place in Carol’s heart” and despite her absence, she “continues to be a big fan of the show” after almost 40 years since her debut.Carol presented the show with Richard Whiteley until he died in 2005 and was said to be the highest paid woman in telly at the time,

Susie Dent tweeting to wish her well as he made a cheeky quip.The star of Countdown Dictionary Corner, who has held her position for 30 years, had taken a break from her lexicography to write: "Some Countdown news."Wishing Anne all the very best in her new adventures with her grandchildren and beyond."However Nick almost immediately accused her of brown-nosing after she sent the tweet."Well that’s a sure fire certainty for Private Eye’s OBN [Order of the Brown Nose] award. Bravo Susie!" he quipped sarcastically.In November, it was reported that there had been arguments behind the scenes between Anne and maths whizz Rachel Riley, including alleged battles over wardrobe budgets.However Anne was quick to insist that it had played no part in her departure from the show."There isn't a question of my going because of a rift, that's nonsense," the often acid-tongued host exclaimed, adding that she'd "had a blast" on the show."I stayed longer than I signed up for.

Countdown host Nick Hewer made a savage dig at ex-colleague Susie Dent after she made sent a touching gesture to Anne Robinson on Twitter Anne, 77, announced on Monday that she was leaving Countdown after just one year – revealing she has 'a lot going on' and wants to enjoy family life.As the show’s lexicographer, who has appeared in Countdown's Dictionary Corner since 1992, took to Twitter to share her well wishes to Anne, Nick stunned fans by calling her a “brown noser.”Susie tweeted: "Some Countdown news. Wishing Anne all the very best in her new adventures with her grandchildren and beyond."The Apprentice star Nick seemed to think she was sucking up to Anne, writing: "Well that’s a sure fire certainty for Private Eye’s OBN [Order of the Brown Nose] award.

Express.co.uk headline which read: “Carol Vorderman breaks silence on Anne Robinson’s Countdown exit as fans beg her to return.” The message was tweeted in view of Carol’s 481,100 followers. She wrote: “Thank you to all of you saying such lovely things about a possibility of me returning to Countdown. “You're very kind & it would be an honour."“But I want to wish whoever is the lucky human to be the new host all the love and 9 letter words in the world.” “#CountWell #HappyDays.” Fans were quick to jump on to the post and share their excitement at the possibility of Carol’s return.@Rolf164 commented: “It would be so great to see you on there”.@PhilBayliss4 wrote: “Morning Vorders, although it would be lovely to see you back on Countdown, it's not usually a good idea to go backwards!”@_ShinySilvery said: “You’ve also seen guys come and go from Richard’s chair, and am so happy to hear you’d deem it an honour!  “They tried a woman in the chair and it was so obvious the ‘Queen of Mean’ was an unsuitable choice. “The management need to make good with you and have the laughter back too!” @Baberton33 wrote jokingly: “That would be something if you take the seat that was once occupied by the Mayor of Wetwang.” Anne had replaced former host Nick Hewer last year. She announced her departure from the show in a statement earlier this week in which she said she had stayed “longer than I signed up for.”The presenter continued, saying she hoped an older woman would replace her. She also took the opportunity to remind Countdown bosses that women in the later end of their 70’s are still capable of taking senior positions.Anne continued: “I’ve had a blast hosting this wonderful show.