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ITV panel show in major shake-up as Holby City star named new host and soap favourite joins line-up
AN ITV panel show is set for a major shake-up as a Holby City star is named as the new host.
Sorry, I Didn't Know first aired as a pilot in 2016, before returning as a full series in 2020.
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Although the show has been renewed for a sixth series, the on air team will be slightly different.
Panelists answer questions about Black history throughout the programme.
Holby City legend Chizzy Akudolu, who played Mo Effanga, will be taking over as host.
The 51-year-old has been with the show from the start, appearing as a team captain.
She succeeds fellow Holby alum Jimmy Akingbola, who is filming the final season of US drama Bel-Air.
Jimmy, 47, had presented Sorry, I Didn't Know throughout its run on-screen.
He will be continuing as an executive producer and may return as presenter in the future, according to Deadline.
Viewers will also see soap star Richard Blackwood replace Chizzy as a team captain.
The actor and rapper, 53, played Vincent Hubbard on EastEnders as well as Felix Westwood on Hollyoaks.
He will be joining former Strictly star Eddie Kadi, who became a team captain in 2022.
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The programme's co-creator Frazer Ayres said: 'Chizzy has been part of the SIDK family since our pilot in 2016 and was amazing when she hosted an episode last series, so it's great to see her in the hosting seat.
"And in Richard we have the perfect sparring partner for Eddie.
"They're long-time friends and he has already shown he's a brilliant and hilarious guest, so we are thrilled he will be joining the team on the regular.'
Past guests include Big Brother presenter AJ Odudu and comedian Russell Kane.
Ex- Hollyoaks actress and former Loose Women panelist Jamelia has also competed.
Sorry, I Didn't Know airs on ITV1.
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