‘It's time to say goodbye' says RTE star as he reveals ‘end of era' after fifteen years in emotional statement
ARTHUR Gourounlian has revealed an "end of an era" with an emotional statement.
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Arthur has revealed an 'end of an era'
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Arthur launched his website 15 years ago
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The celebrity judge revealed the site has run its course
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But 15 years on,
In a statement shared to his
"Fifteen years have passed today, and it's time to say goodbye. I had an absolutely incredible journey with you. It's time to let you go."
The dad-of-two also shared a video of the website and added: "Happy, happy Tuesday. And just like that the end is here.
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"I can't believe I actually launched my website today exactly 15 years ago. 2010 June 17th and now the end is here. That's it basically."
Arthur explained he no longer felt he needed the website as he called it the start of a "new chapter" in his life.
He told fans: "I don't think I need this website anymore. New chapter, new beginnings, new adventures. So I have to say goodbye. Arthur Gourounlian is gone."
Then thanking his followers, Arthur added: "Thank you. You have been absolutely amazing. It's been a pleasure working with you. The memories will be with me forever."
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Arthur recently left his fans in stitches after a
The
host and the Irish chef recently launched their
titled Let's Do This.
Arthur Gourounlian jokes around with RTE pal Donal Skehan
The popular duo have been
The podcast, launched in early April, has already proved to be
And the pair left their fans in stitches with a hilarious moment on their recent episode.
Donal and Arthur discussed Father's Day on their latest episode.
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Donal said: "Every time I see Arthur's mum, Maria, I go over and I say, 'Bonjour qu'est-ce c'est c'est trés bien oui.'"
Arthur interrupted Donal by exclaiming: "You know what, every time you do that she is actually looking at you with these beautiful sparkly eyes, and she's talking to you in French thinking that you understand, but you don't understand s***e."
Donal jokingly rebutted: "Did you not know, me and your mother we're in love, me and Maria. "
Arthur screamed: "Could you imagine the revelation."
Donal spoke over Arthur, added: "I am your father Arthur. Speaking of Father's Day... I am your Father."
Arthur squealed: "Oh my God, can I call you daddy?"
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