The One Show host Alex Scott had to withdraw from presenting the show on Monday evening, 25 October, due to illness. Fellow host, Jermaine Jenas confirmed that she had contracted the “dreaded superbug” meaning the former Arsenal footballer was unable to help co-host the show.
Jermaine let the audience know he had to present the show solo as he told surprised viewers: “Hello and welcome to your first One Show of the week.
Live on BBC One and iPlayer with me – yes, just me.” The ex-Tottenham Hotspur ace explained further: “Alex Scott should be with me but unfortunately she’s been hit, like so many, with that dreaded superbug.” Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.
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