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      Who has hosted 'Countdown'? Colin Murray takes over as new host

      As Anne Robinson bows out, we look at who else has presided over the quiz show.

    • Entertainment
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      Countdown's new host revealed: Colin Murray has already started filming

      The radio DJ has guest hosted the quiz show before when Nick Hewer was shielding during the coronavirus pandemic.

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      Anne Robinson says she's 'retired' from TV after Countdown 'swansong'

      The presenter says she isn't planning to take on any more TV work.

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      Anne Robinson turned down 'The Weakest Link' return

      The presenter hosted the series for several years.

    • Entertainment
      Yahoo Celebrity UK

      Carol Vorderman responds to calls for her to host 'Countdown'

      Vorderman previously co-hosted the Channel 4 quiz show for 26 years.

    • Entertainment
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      Anne Robinson quits 'Countdown' after just one year

      The TV presenter took over as host of the Channel 4 show in June 2021, but is ready to step down.

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      Rachel Riley and Russian husband stand in solidarity with Ukraine in International Women's Day post

      The 'Countdown' star admitted the plight of women in Ukraine weighed heavily on her mind.

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      Carol Vorderman says a family feud kept her away from Wales

      Carol Vorderman has opened up about how a family rift kept her from visiting her native Wales for years

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      Rachel Riley welcomes second daughter 15 days past due date

      The Countdown presenter and her dancer husband revealed their second daughter was born on Bonfire Night, 15 days after her due date.

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      Rachel Riley says she was groped by 'Countdown' fan

      The TV star was in shock.

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      Carol Vorderman shares freezing beauty treatment

      The star had a go at cryotherapy, which involves exposing the skin to extremely cold temperatures.

    • Celebrity
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      Carol Vorderman thanks fans for fashion advice as she dazzles in low-cut black dress

      The star asked her fans what she should wear to an awards show.

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      Richard Osman reveals 'Pointless' swaps offensive answers for acceptable ones

      The star spilled the beans on Twitter.

    • Lifestyle
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      'Countdown' apologises for 'error of judgement' after broadcasting homophobic slur on quiz show

      A spokesperson for the Channel 4 gameshow said the word had been included in "an error of judgement".

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      'Countdown' criticised for broadcasting homophobic slur as answer in game show

      The homophobic slur was read out by a contestant as a seven-letter answer to the word quiz, for which he was awarded the points.

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      Anne Robinson says women should 'look after themselves better' in the workplace

      Anne Robinson has again made controversial comments about sexual harassment in office environments.

    • Celebrity
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      Showbiz Quiz of the Week: How much can you remember?

      Can you recall anything other than England's win and THAT image of Matt Hancock? Take this quiz to test your memory.

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      Anne Robinson opens up on why she decided to undergo facelift

      It comes as the 76-year-old is set to host her first episode of 'Countdown' on Monday.

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      Anne Robinson 'fed up' of 'woke' terms mangling English language

      The new 'Countdown' host does not want to change the way she speaks for fear of offending people.

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      'Countdown': First look at Anne Robinson heading up all-female line-up

      The TV presenter is due to join the show at the end of June.

    • Celebrity
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      Strictly's Pasha Kovalev is protecting pregnant wife Rachel Riley from cruel trolls

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      Countdown's Rachel Riley announces second pregnancy with cryptic clue

      The 35-year-old TV presenter used a 'Countdown' conundrum to reveal her happy news.

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      Anne Robinson announced as new 'Countdown' host

      The presenter says she'll tone down the nastiness.

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      Shielding Nick Hewar replaced by Colin Murray on 'Countdown' due to coronavirus concerns

      Countdown presenter Nick Hewer has revealed that Colin Murray will step in to replace him on the gameshow while he 'shields at home' during lockdown.

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      'Countdown' resumes filming with 76-year-old Nick Hewer back as host

      The Channel 4 quiz show has resumed filming with 76-year-old host Nick Hewer back at the helm.

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