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The Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Good Morning Britain presenter ‘facing the axe' amid cost-cutting measures and on-air controversies
GOOD Morning Britain looks set to lose one of its presenters amid ongoing cost-cutting measures at ITV. Regular rotating host Adil Ray looks set to lose his position on the morning breakfast show. 2 The presenter is expected to be axed from the line-up, according to the MailOnline. Cutbacks at ITV have seen fellow daytime programmes Lorraine and Loose Women slashed and while GMB's run time has not been affected, it appears that some of its hosts, including Adil, face uncertain futures. Adil has long been a stand-in host on the programme and regularly fronts the summer holidays alongside Ranvir Singh and Charlotte Hawkins, both of whom have been with the show since its beginning. Moreover, over the past 12 months, Adil has been a rotating Friday host with Kate Garraway following Ben Shepherd's show departure. Insiders told the Mail that ITV execs held a meeting on Wednesday to discuss the drastic changes where Adil's axing was understood to have been discussed. of the schedule changes with both set to air for only 30 weeks of the year from January. Presenter Lorraine Kelly's daily show has seen its running time slashed by 30 minutes as bosses extend Good Morning Britain 's slot to run from 6am until 9.30am. It is understood that celebs across all the shows have voiced their concerns about their jobs being up in the air.
Edinburgh Live
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Good Morning Britain's Charlotte Hawkins admits 'I get wound up' in rare home life insight
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Good Morning Britain's Charlotte Hawkins, who has just celebrated her landmark 50th birthday, has confessed that even she gets ruffled at times and has her own unique way to cool down. Speaking to Richard Eden from the Daily Mail during an exclusive preview of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Charlotte admitted: "I know I give the appearance of being cool, calm and collected, but I do sometimes get wound up." She finds solace in the tranquility of her garden, ripping into the weeds as an outlet for frustration, commenting: "It's therapy to me. I go outside and attack the weeds really aggressively." Charlotte, a beloved face on telly who also hosts her own Classic FM radio show and curates a podcast series, is turning her lifelong passion for storytelling into reality, revealing: "Ever since I was a child obsessively reading and creating my own stories," continuing with: "It's long been a dream to write my own book." (Image: undefined via Getty Images) As she hit the milestone age, Charlotte felt the urge to chase her childhood aspirations: "With 50 years on this earth fast approaching, it felt like the right time to try to make that childhood dream a reality." At a writing retreat led by author Rosie Nixon, Charlotte recounted her enriching experience: "It's allowed me to find the joy of being a writer with a really special group of people - big thanks to you all. Plus we squeezed in a cookery course as well as a walk down the most gorgeous avenue of lime trees!" (Image: ITV) She mentions that she aims to build upon the projects she began during Rosie's writing retreat and believes her 50th year might just be her "year of the book". After Charlotte commemorated the significant birthday on Instagram, fellow Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway chimed in: "You'd definitely write best-selling FICTION because no way are you 50??!!??? Can't wait to read the book and celebrate with you – happy birthday gorgeous! ! ! !". The challenge for Charlotte may lie in carving out time for writing. Beyond her role on Good Morning Britain, a constant since 2020, she maintains a dog training podcast titled Leaps and Hounds and hosts a Sunday evening show on Classic FM. (Image: undefined via Getty Images) Charlotte resides with her husband Mark and their daughter, Ella Rose, in the verdant surroundings of Surrey. Expressing her affection for the locale to Great British Life, Charlotte conveyed: "I love the fact it's so connected, with everything on your doorstep, and yet you're surrounded by leafiness and stunning scenery." She further praised the area's blend of cosy country pubs, fine dining experiences, and the immediate availability of peace and tranquillity when needed. Should that peace and tranquillity ever fall short, it seems the unsuspecting weeds in her garden bear the brunt of it.
Daily Mirror
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
GMB's Charlotte Hawkins announces break as fans react to her real age
Good Morning Britain star Charlotte Hawkins has shared the news that she will be taking a break from the ITV show to focus on a new career venture away from the small screen Good Morning Britain's Charlotte Hawkins is taking a hiatus to chase her dreams of becoming an author as she nears her 50th birthday. The much-loved presenter opened up about her creative journey on a writing retreat, signalling a dramatic career pivot. Sharing news with her followers on Instagram, the seasoned broadcaster – who also helms a podcast and Classic FM radio show – revealed that she is dedicating this year to writing her very own book. Captured with her laptop at Lainstone House Hotel, Charlotte divulged her lifelong ambition has been finally brought to fruition. Penning in her message, the doting mother shared: "So.. my big birthday is just a day away now on Friday (eek! ) which seemed like the perfect time to take a few days out and spend some time focusing on something I've been wanting to do for ages.. write!" She continued, reflecting on her early passion: "Ever since I was a child obsessively reading and creating my own stories, it's long been a dream to write my own book. With 50 years on this earth fast approaching, it felt like the right time to try to make that childhood dream a reality - so I've been on a writing retreat organised by the brilliant @rosiejnixon." She added: "It's covered writing skills by @jilldawsonauthor, offered an agent's perspective with @jen_savill, and the author's view from @jessicabullnovelist as well as Rosie herself. All set at the glorious @lainston_house, in Jane Austen's Hampshire, just the perfect location to write," reports the Express. She added: "It's allowed me to find the joy of being a writer with a really special group of people - big thanks to you all. Plus we squeezed in a cookery course as well as a walk down the most gorgeous avenue of lime trees!" Charlotte then excitedly disclosed: "I'm so excited to actually have the beginnings of a book.. now time to build on it. Hopefully turning 50 could be the year of the book... wish me luck! ! !". Fans were quick to express their surprise at Charlotte's age revelation, with one fan exclaiming: "@charlottehawkins1 there is no way your turning 50! ! ! You don't look a day older then 30! ! ! But many happy returns for Friday." Another chimed in: "Happy Birthday I thought it was 40 for you this year." A third complimented: "Happy birthday Charlotte you do not look 50 - have a fabulous day, many happy returns for Friday." And another fan predicted: "I'm sure you'll be a literary success, 50! ! ! ! You still look 30." Previously, the Good Morning Britain host confided to Closer about her apprehensions regarding her upcoming 50th birthday, discussing her feelings with fellow presenter Susanna Reid. Charlotte revealed: "I don't feel like I'm heading towards 50. I think I'm probably a bit in denial about it. I spoke to Susanna [Reid] at work, and she was like, 'You've got to embrace it. Ageing is a blessing.' I'm not sure I've quite reached that stage yet."
Scottish Sun
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Good Morning Britain star reveals new career move away from the show as she turns 50
A GOOD Morning Britain anchor has revealed she's "taken some time out" to focus on a fresh career. The ITV favourite, who is a familiar face on the weekday series, will soon celebrate her 50th birthday. 6 A Good Morning Britain anchor has revealed their new focus away from the show Credit: ITV 6 Charlotte Hawkins is getting set for her 'year of the book' Credit: Instagram @charlottehawkins1 6 Charlotte, 49, joined a writing retreat this week Credit: Instagram @charlottehawkins1 And just a day before her milestone, Charlotte Hawkins told how she had been on a writing retreat, planning for her "year of the book." Charlotte, who also hosts a podcast as well as a show on Classic FM alongside her Good Morning Britain role, took to her Instagram grid to share the detail. She captured snaps showing her at the event held at Lainstone House Hotel, with her posed at her Macbook ready to write before heading into nature for some inspiration. Charlotte was also seen with her fellow Rosie Reinvention Retreat guests before they tucked into a tasty barbecue. In her lengthy caption, the mum of one wrote: "So.. my big birthday is just a day away now on Friday (eek!) which seemed like the perfect time to take a few days out and spend some time focussing on something I've been wanting to do for ages.. write! "Ever since I was a child obsessively reading and creating my own stories, it's long been a dream to write my own book. With 50 years on this earth fast approaching it felt like the right time to try to make that childhood dream a reality - so I've been on a writing retreat organised by the brilliant @rosiejnixon. "It's covered writing skills by @jilldawsonauthor, offered an agent's perspective with @jen_savill, and the author's view from @jessicabullnovelist as well as Rosie herself. All set at the glorious @lainston_house, in Jane Austen's Hampshire, just the perfect location to write. "It's allowed me to find the joy of being a writer with a really special group of people - big thanks to you all. "Plus we squeezed in a cookery course as well as a walk down the most gorgeous avenue of lime trees!" Teasing her new career twist she added: "I'm so excited to actually have the beginnings of a book.. now time to build on it. Good Morning Britain host says she's 'in so much trouble' with husband as she leaks bedtime recording live on TV "Hopefully turning 50 could be the year of the book… wish me luck!!!" She has been presenting GMB since 2014. She is married to hubby Mark Herbert, 50, and recently told how she was "in so much trouble" with him after letting slip a personal secret on-air. The GMB presenter and show panel previously discussed whether couples should sleep in separate rooms if one of them is snoring. Good Morning Britain presenters Current presenters: Susanna Reid (presenters Monday to Wednesday and alternate Thursdays) - 2014 to present Kate Garraway (presenters alternate Thursdays and Fridays) - 2014 to present Martin Lewis (Money Saving Expert) - 2021 to present Richard Madeley (presents Monday to Thursday) - 2022 to present Ed Balls (presents on a rotating basis) - 2022 to present Adil Ray (presents on Fridays) - 2024 to present Robert Rinder (presents on a rotating basis) - 2024 to present Charlotte Hawkins (stand in and holiday cover presenter) 2014 to present Former presenters: Ben Shephard (Thursdays and Fridays) - 2014 to 2024 Sean Fletcher (Monday–Friday) - 2014 John Stapleton (Wednesday) - 2014 Piers Morgan (Monday to Wednesday) - 2015 to 2021 Lorraine Kelly (Monday to Friday) - 2022 Charlotte captured her man in full flow as he headed off to the land of nod in a very loud segment of audio. Yet she admitted the reveal might not go down well at home. The broadcaster, who shares daughter Ella Rose with Mark, said: "I've recorded my husband because he was in denial about snoring. "So I actually recorded him, as a good journalist obviously as proof. "I'm going to be in so much trouble." Later in the show, she conceded "he's not thrilled the recording has been broadcast to the nation." CLOSE COUPLE Charlotte's spouse Mark turned 50 in 2023, two years before her special milestone. He seems to prefer a private life and leaves the spotlight to his wife. The family currently live in their home in Surrey - which boasts a luxury cosy living room and a spacious garden. The pair have been married for 15 years after tying the knot on August 23, 2008 at Chichester Cathedral - which was the church of the bride's father. They married in front of their closest friends and family members - including fellow TV presenters and former This Morning anchors Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes. 6 Charlotte joined GMB in 2014 Credit: Rex 6 She headed off to a retreat prior to her 50th birthday Credit: Instagram @charlottehawkins1
The Sun
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Good Morning Britain star reveals new career move away from the show as she turns 50
A GOOD Morning Britain anchor has revealed she's "taken some time out" to focus on a fresh career. The ITV favourite, who is a familiar face on the weekday series, will soon celebrate her 50th birthday. 6 6 And just a day before her milestone, Charlotte Hawkins told how she had been on a writing retreat, planning for her "year of the book." Charlotte, who also hosts a podcast as well as a show on Classic FM alongside her Good Morning Britain role, took to her Instagram grid to share the detail. She captured snaps showing her at the event held at Lainstone House Hotel, with her posed at her Macbook ready to write before heading into nature for some inspiration. Charlotte was also seen with her fellow Rosie Reinvention Retreat guests before they tucked into a tasty barbecue. In her lengthy caption, the mum of one wrote: "So.. my big birthday is just a day away now on Friday (eek!) which seemed like the perfect time to take a few days out and spend some time focussing on something I've been wanting to do for ages.. write! "Ever since I was a child obsessively reading and creating my own stories, it's long been a dream to write my own book. With 50 years on this earth fast approaching it felt like the right time to try to make that childhood dream a reality - so I've been on a writing retreat organised by the brilliant @rosiejnixon. "It's covered writing skills by @jilldawsonauthor, offered an agent's perspective with @jen_savill, and the author's view from @jessicabullnovelist as well as Rosie herself. All set at the glorious @lainston_house, in Jane Austen's Hampshire, just the perfect location to write. "It's allowed me to find the joy of being a writer with a really special group of people - big thanks to you all. "Plus we squeezed in a cookery course as well as a walk down the most gorgeous avenue of lime trees!" Teasing her new career twist she added: "I'm so excited to actually have the beginnings of a book.. now time to build on it. "Hopefully turning 50 could be the year of the book… wish me luck!!!" She has been presenting GMB since 2014. She is married to hubby Mark Herbert, 50, and recently told how she was "in so much trouble" with him after letting slip a personal secret on-air. The GMB presenter and show panel previously discussed whether couples should sleep in separate rooms if one of them is snoring. Good Morning Britain presenters Current presenters: Susanna Reid (presenters Monday to Wednesday and alternate Thursdays) - 2014 to present Kate Garraway (presenters alternate Thursdays and Fridays) - 2014 to present Martin Lewis (Money Saving Expert) - 2021 to present Richard Madeley (presents Monday to Thursday) - 2022 to present Ed Balls (presents on a rotating basis) - 2022 to present Adil Ray (presents on Fridays) - 2024 to present Robert Rinder (presents on a rotating basis) - 2024 to present Charlotte Hawkins (stand in and holiday cover presenter) 2014 to present Former presenters: Ben Shephard (Thursdays and Fridays) - 2014 to 2024 Sean Fletcher (Monday–Friday) - 2014 John Stapleton (Wednesday) - 2014 Piers Morgan (Monday to Wednesday) - 2015 to 2021 Lorraine Kelly (Monday to Friday) - 2022 Charlotte captured her man in full flow as he headed off to the land of nod in a very loud segment of audio. Yet she admitted the reveal might not go down well at home. The broadcaster, who shares daughter Ella Rose with Mark, said: "I've recorded my husband because he was in denial about snoring. "So I actually recorded him, as a good journalist obviously as proof. "I'm going to be in so much trouble." Later in the show, she conceded "he's not thrilled the recording has been broadcast to the nation." CLOSE COUPLE Charlotte's spouse Mark turned 50 in 2023, two years before her special milestone. He seems to prefer a private life and leaves the spotlight to his wife. The family currently live in their home in Surrey - which boasts a luxury cosy living room and a spacious garden. The pair have been married for 15 years after tying the knot on August 23, 2008 at Chichester Cathedral - which was the church of the bride's father. They married in front of their closest friends and family members - including fellow TV presenters and former This Morning anchors Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes. 6 6
