Countdown’s surprising new host revealed after Anne Robinson exit

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Les Dennis has officially been unveiled as the new host of Countdown following Anne Robinson's final episode airing earlier this month.

Collin Murray temporarily replaced Anne until the end of this year, but Les will step into the hosting role for a limited time through the month of August.

With the star previously presenting Family Fortunes between 1987 and 2002, Les has got bags of experience under his belt and will bring his own style to the show as it continues its transitional period.

Les also starred as Michael Rodwell in Coronation Street and appeared on Ricky Gervais' Extras - as well as recently joining the Only Fools and Horses musical as Grandad.