Coronation Street’s Daniel Brocklebank makes guest appearance on Countdown

‘Coronation Street’ star Daniel Brocklebank has made a guest appearance on ‘Countdown’.

The 42-year-old actor put his lexical dexterity to the test by appearing in the Channel 4 show's Dictionary Corner area alongside lexicographer Susie Dent on Thursday (04.08.22).

Taking to Twitter, Daniel teased his appearance on the show, by posting a snap of himself in the studio alongside a picture of his name card.

It read: "So today… and I'm very excited to announce this… starts my guest appearances on @C4Countdown sat in dictionary corner with the rather fabulous @susie_dent (sic)"

The news comes after Daniel's former fellow ‘Corrie’ co-star Les Dennis was confirmed as Anne Robinson’s temporary replacement – after Anne, 77 stepped down as the show's host after just one year in the hot seat.

Les announced the news on Twitter in July, writing: "From 4th August until 15th I shall be hosting the iconic @C4Countdown. It is such an honour. Hope you enjoy. (sic)"

Former 'Family Fortunes' host Les was meant to be over in Dictionary Corner, but he stepped in as temporary host instead after presenter Colin Murray – who made his debut as the stand-in presenter earlier in July – was struck down with coronavirus.

Les explained on the show: "I was due today to be over in 'Dictionary Corner' [...] but sadly [Colin] has fallen foul of the dreaded Covid, so has to stay home and isolate."

Jenny Eclair also stepped in for Colin, and he later praised the comedian and Les.

He wrote on Twitter: "My recent bout of Covid has me away [...] for a few weeks but stay tuned in. [Les] and Jenny Eclair stepped in like the legends they are and episodes are great."