Carol Vorderman has shared an incredible throwback video to celebrate 40 years of her being on the television. The Countdown sensation took to Instagram to say that on this day four decades ago, she made her first appearance on the Channel 4 show.Looking back on the years, the 61-year-old said she felt extremely lucky and grateful for all the opportunities she's had over the years.
Alongside some footage of her doing some quick maths, Carol wrote: "FORTY YEARS OF ME ON THE TELLY. On November 2nd 1982 I made my first TV appearance.
On Countdown. Which was the first show on a new channel, yes Channel 4."Happy birthday Channel 4 and Countdown… And happy TV birthday to (me).
So here’s a short slice of my 40 years. Hosting numerous prime time shows across all of our telly channels. Nearly 10,000 appearances altogether....I’m worn out just thinking about it."She added: "It’s been a wonderful life.
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