Anne Robinson reveals why she accepted Countdown role

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transformation after they have shed a huge 138 pounds (more than nine stone) between them – and now they look completely different.Natasha Pehrson set out on a mission to lose weight along with her husband Dave, and she has documented their journey on TikTok.Very quickly, people have become captivated by their journey.The account has now got 1.1 million followers keeping track of the duo's progress.After having a baby, Natasha was determined to lose her postpartum weight after feeling “uncomfortable” and “embarrassed”.She hit the gym and changed her eating habits to lose the pounds – bringing her husband along with her on her journey.The pair have been breaking up a sweat and getting their hearts pumping - and the hard work is starting to pay off.In a recent TikTok clip, Natasha revealed they have lost a whopping 138lbs between them - and people cannot quite believe their eyes. Having now racked up a whopping 56.7 million views, the couple first shared what they looked like before they set out on their weight loss journey.

What are your fondest memories of Rod Marsh? Let us know in the comments section.And the tributes did not stop there, with Australia Test great Mark Waugh labelling Marsh an 'absolute icon' of cricket.Waugh continued: "I had the pleasure of working with Rod for a number of years as a selector and you wouldn't meet a more honest, down to earth, kind-hearted person."Marsh formed a formidable partnership with bowler Dennis Lillee during his Australia career, with the pair combining for a record 95 Test wickets.He would go onto become the first Australian wicketkeeper to recored a Test ton, reaching triply figures against old foes England during the 1977 Centenary Test.Then on the 1981 tour of England, Marsh made more history - becoming the first wicketkeeper to take 100 dismissals in the Ashes.

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Countdown viewers have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of new host Anne Robinson ever since she was announced as Nick Hewer’s replacement. And now the wait is nearly over as Anne takes over the reins of the Channel 4 series from Monday 28th June at 2.15pm.The former The Weakest Link host will lead the show’s first ever all-female team for five episodes a week, alongside current stars Rachel Riley and Susie Dent.

Rachel Riley has been seen looking gorgeous as she showed off her blossoming baby bump while leaving the Countdown studios in Salford.The 35 year old, who is pregnant with her second child with Pasha Kovalev, was spotted stepping out in a casual ensemble as she donned a white T-shirt with a red heart pattern on it.TV presenter Rachel paired the outfit with some blue skinny jeans and white trainers and the star carried a backpack to store all her valuables in.The blonde beauty styled her mane down into loose waves for her day on set and wore a full face of make up, including eyeliner and mascara, pink blush and a matching bright pink lipstick.

Some interviewees put the fear of God into you before you’ve even answered the phone. Step forward presenter and journalist Anne Robinson.

Anne Robinson has revealed she wanted a second facelift ahead of her first appearance as the new host of Channel 4's Countdown, but lockdown regulations meant the procedure was cancelled.

Anne Robinson dubbed "the Queen of Mean".But new Countdown host Anne ­reckons she couldn’t get away with the acid quips she delivered back then thanks to "woke" culture.The 76-year-old presented The Weakest Link between 2000 and 2012.One episode saw her ask a female ­contestant why she was "dressed like a lesbian", while in another she quizzed a single mum about how many of her three boys had ASBOs.Anne says: "I think there are ­certain things you couldn’t say now. It’s particular areas that 'woke' wouldn’t allow."It’s hard to pinpoint what I would or wouldn’t say – it’s just a general ­consciousness that you have to think much more carefully."I feel increasingly some very rowdy minorities tie our hands behind our backs.

ANNE Robinson has revealed how TV bosses warned her against doing her signature move. The new Countdown host admitted she was once told to banish her famous wink by a former BBC managing director.

Anne Robinson says she is already tired of the war against the woke and doesn't want to be told what she can and can't say.

WITH a cheeky wink and acid tongue, Anne Robinson shocked – and thrilled – the nation as she mocked contestants on The Weakest Link 21 years ago.  But TV’s Queen of Mean reckons she could not get away with it in today’s woke world.  And as a woman who battled her way to the top of a male-dominated media industry, the 76-year-old is not happy about the constant threat of being cancelled as she finds herself bossed about by faceless snowflakes. Anne, who takes over from Nick Hewer as host of Channel 4’s Countdown next week, says: “I feel increasingly that some very rowdy minorities are tying our hands behind our backs.  “They’re the ones who get upset by things, who tell me that I can’t say this and I mustn’t say that.

BBC.She admitted this is because “woke has happened” meaning it would need to have an "entirely different approach" to her if it returned.Anne hosted the popular quiz show between 2000 and 2012 on the BBC.During this time, she became known for her acerbic wit and often spikey put-downs of contestants.However, she admitted if it returned today, the BBC would likely not ask her to return.Anne explained: “Well, I'm not in charge of light entertainment at the BBC."But I'd probably suggest somebody completely different, with a different approach."I also think it's worth mentioning that I finished in 2011, and woke has happened since then.”The quizmaster then added how nowadays there are “many things” you wouldn’t be able to say.She added to PA:

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Rachel Riley, 35, was trying her best not to laugh during Wednesday's episode after the board picked a rather rude expression.Appearing on the Channel 4 word-crafting show this week (16 June) to try their luck against the Countdown clock, one brave contestant spelled out the word "cr*pped".Although Nick Hewer and Susie Dent, the star of Dictionary Corner, ignored the rude word and kept a straight face, Rachel couldn't help but grin at the contestant's choice.The contestant, who was hoping to secure a seven-letter word to beat his opponent with six letters asked: "Can you have 'cr*pped'?"Susie confirmed the word was allowed, whilst celeb guest and comedian Rufus Hound had suggested "priced" and "ripped" from the letter available - more