Rhod Gilbert, 52, will join the DIY SOS team for a special project that will help deliver a better quality of life to young people in Hull.
But this year’s special is set to be different, as Nick Knowles, who has been a big part of the show since 1999, will not be presenting it.Speaking to Express.co.uk, Rhod has opened up on taking on the huge responsibility of leading a team of volunteers in the project.He also discussed Nick’s reaction to him stepping in as his replacement, despite the pair not knowing each other previously.The Work Experience presenter told us: “I’ve seen Nick has tweeted me some good luck wishes and stuff but I don’t know him, we’ve never met, but I know that he is cheering me on from the sidelines.“I’m happy about.
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