ITV star Chris Kamara reveals plans to step down amid health battle – all the details

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Chris Kamara stepped down from his role at Sky Sports after 24 years with the channel, amid his struggles with his speech. MORE: Lorraine Kelly sends her support to 'very precious' friend amid health woesChris, 64, shared that he also offered to quit his role on ITV’s The Games, but was persuaded to stay.

The show, which also stars Holly Willoughby and Alex Scott, debuts next week, and Chris explained: "I did offer to quit, which would have been good news, but ITV wouldn't have it in any way shape or form, they said, 'You're staying, you're part of the team,' and I'd like to thank them for that, "he said. Chris Kamara stars alongside Holly Willoughby, Alex Scott and Freddie FlintoffChris added: "I am on the mend, which is the great thing. " The presenter first talked about his health condition in March 2022, after viewers noticed he was slurring his speech on air. MORE: Phillip Schofield gives advice on coming out in heartfelt This Morning momentREAD: Susanna Reid and Lorraine Kelly react to Boris Johnson snub live on-airVideo: NEWS OF THE WEEK: Sharon Osbourne underwent ketamine therapy after exit from The Talk (Cover Video)Louis Leterrier reportedly set to replace Justin Lin as Fast X directorAustin Butler and Kaia Gerber make red carpet debut at Met GalaJared Leto twins with Alessandro Michele in matching suits at 2022 Met GalaJohnny Depp's agent claims he was due to receive $22.