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Daily Record
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
This Morning star Alison Hammond says 'let's hit the road' as she takes on new show
Alison Hammond has announced that she will be fronting a brand new show later this year. This Morning's Alison Hammond has announced her latest career move, as she tells fans: "Let's hit the road." It has been a whirlwind of activity for the much-loved 50-year-old presenter, who has become a staple on TV. Indeed, since taking the helm of the Great British Bake Off in 2023, Alison has also been hosting For the Love of Dogs, maintaining the legacy of the series originally helmed by the beloved Paul O'Grady, for the past year. Moreover, viewers welcomed Alison Hammond's Florida Unpacked on BBC Two in January, while last month, Alison Hammond's Big Weekends debuted. In her new series, she mingles with celebrated personalities, such as Perrie Edwards and Luke Evans, exploring the locales that shaped their identities, reports the Manchester Evening News. Never one to rest, it has been revealed that Alison's upcoming television project will see her anchoring Channel 4's Your Song. This heartfelt production will enable ordinary folk from across the UK to perform songs that hold deep personal significance. Mirroring the format of The Piano, produced by the same team at Love Productions, the six-part show will follow Alison as she travels the nation. Expressing her enthusiasm for the new programme, Alison commented: "I love the power that music, and singing your heart out has. "It can change your mood – put a smile on your face, make you sad, make you reminisce. So I'm really excited about this new show, about real people telling us their stories through song. Let's hit the road." An insider told The Sun: "Alison was the natural choice to present this, with her warm personality and ability to catch unguarded moments with the singers, together with chatting to the crowds. "Your Song will feature people who love singing – they may have been singing for a long time but not necessarily in public or on a stage. You can expect some unexpected performances." Following her recent revelation to Bella magazine about her significant weight loss, Alison shared: "I've lost a lot of weight. I can remember being nearly 30st, and now I'm in the 17/16st 7lbs range. "I've got a personal trainer - she's amazing. She trains me when I can train. If I'm working, I don't train. I'll go for a walk. "But when I'm at home, I'll go and have a session with her in the morning, just an hour. It might be four days a week." This Morning is available to watch on ITVX.
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
This Morning's Alison Hammond 'really excited' as she announces new show
Alison Hammond has been a mainstay of This Morning since 2003 and has hosted a number of shows, as well as documentaries, over the years and now she is set to front a new series. This Morning's Alison Hammond is set to embark on a new television adventure as she excitedly tells her fans, "let's hit the road." The 50-year-old TV favourite, known for her vibrant personality on This Morning, has been juggling multiple presenting roles. Since taking over the reins of the Great British Bake Off in 2023, Alison has also been at the helm of For the Love of Dogs, stepping into the shoes of the beloved Paul O'Grady over the past year. January saw the launch of Alison Hammond's Florida Unpacked on BBC Two, and more recently, Alison Hammond's Big Weekend made its debut. In this latest series, viewers have seen Alison mingling with celebrities such as Perrie Edwards and Luke Evans, exploring the places that shaped them, reports the Manchester Evening News. Never one to rest on her laurels, Alison is now gearing up to present Channel 4's Your Song, where everyday people will perform songs that hold personal significance. Echoing the sentiment of The Piano, produced by Love Productions, this six-part series will feature Alison travelling across the UK. Alison shared her enthusiasm for the upcoming show, stating: "I love the power that music, and singing your heart out has. "It can change your mood – put a smile on your face, make you sad, make you reminisce. So I'm really excited about this new show, about real people telling us their stories through song. Let's hit the road." An insider told The Sun: "Alison was the natural choice to present this, with her warm personality and ability to catch unguarded moments with the singers, together with chatting to the crowds. "Your Song will feature people who love singing – they may have been singing for a long time but not necessarily in public or on a stage. You can expect some unexpected performances." This announcement follows Alison's inspiring revelation about her dramatic weight loss. Speaking to Bella magazine, she shared: "I've lost a lot of weight. I can remember being nearly 30st, and now I'm in the 17/16st 7lbs range. "I've got a personal trainer - she's amazing. She trains me when I can train. If I'm working, I don't train. I'll go for a walk. "But when I'm at home, I'll go and have a session with her in the morning, just an hour. It might be four days a week."
Wales Online
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
This Morning star annonces new role away from ITV show
This Morning star annonces new role away from ITV show It's been a busy year for This Morning presenter Alison Hammond, who has a whole host of TV roles under her belt. This Morning: Alison Hammond confuses her days of the week This Morning sensation Alison Hammond has excitedly unveiled her latest career development, urging her followers with the phrase "let's hit the road". The popular 50-year-old presenter of This Morning, who already hosts a variety of significant shows, has had a bustling time recently. Besides taking on hosting duties for the Great British Bake Off since 2023, in the past year, Alison has also taken over For the Love of Dogs, the show once championed by the beloved Paul O'Grady. Additional to her impressive portfolio, January saw the debut of Alison Hammond's Florida Unpacked on BBC Two and Alison Hammond's Big Weekend launched just earlier this month. In her most recent television offering, Alison spends quality time with well-known personalities such as Perrie Edwards and Luke Evans, discovering the places that have shaped them, reports the Manchester Evening News. Alison Hammond has become a staple on TV as she stars on multiple shows (Image: ITV ) Article continues below Never one to rest, it's been confirmed that Alison is set to host Channel 4's new show, Your Song. This project will spotlight everyday individuals sharing meaningful songs. With echoes of The Piano, crafted by the same team at Love Productions, this six-part series will feature Alison journeying across the UK. Alison couldn't contain her joy regarding her new television endeavour. She commented: "I love the power that music, and singing your heart out has. "It can change your mood – put a smile on your face, make you sad, make you reminisce. So I'm really excited about this new show, about real people telling us their stories through song. Let's hit the road." This Morning star annonces new role away from ITV show (Image: Karwai Tang, WireImagevia Getty Images ) A synopsis for the show reads: "Alison Hammond will bring her trademark compassion, humour, and unique ability to connect with our singers – encouraging them to open up and tell their story. "With its signature pop-up stage, Your Song will travel into the bustling heart of some of the UK's most vibrant towns and cities, offering amateur singers the chance to perform in front of a packed crowd – often for the very first time. A source shared with The Sun: "Alison was the natural choice to present this, with her warm personality and ability to catch unguarded moments with the singers, together with chatting to the crowds. Alison has become the face of multiple shows over the past few years "Your Song will feature people who love singing – they may have been singing for a long time but not necessarily in public or on a stage. You can expect some unexpected performances." Following recent disclosures by Alison herself, the revelation comes on the heels of her impressive weight loss journey, where she shed more than 13 stone, attributing her success to regular personal training sessions. In a candid conversation with Bella magazine, Alison disclosed: "I've lost a lot of weight. I can remember being nearly 30st, and now I'm in the 17/16st 7lbs range." She praises her personal trainer for the transformation, elaborating: "I've got a personal trainer - she's amazing. She trains me when I can train. If I'm working, I don't train. I'll go for a walk." Article continues below However, on her days at home, she commits to working out: "But when I'm at home, I'll go and have a session with her in the morning, just an hour. It might be four days a week." This Morning is available to watch on ITVX.
Edinburgh Live
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Alison Hammond's son gives brutal three-word assessment of TV career
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 Alison Hammond's teenage son had a brutal three-word assessment of her career before the pair ended up working together. This Morning star Alison, 50, shares 19-year-old son Aidan with former partner Noureddine Boufaied. She worked with the teenager while filming Alison Hammond's Florida Unpacked. It gave Aidan a chance to see what his mum really does for a living. Speaking to Woman's Own magazine, Alison says it changed his opinion on her job. She said: 'I loved working with him. He used to say I stole a living, but when he did the programme, he told me he really appreciated how hard I work. 'I am proud to call him my son. He has turned out to be a wonderful young man and we want to do more things together.' (Image: BBC/Rock Oyster Media Productions Ltd) Florida Unpacked saw Alison and Aidan travelling around the sunshine state on a budget. Television star Alison developed a passion for travel when working as a tour rep before finding fame. Throughout the series, she shared essential money-saving tips for budget savvy travellers. It examines four main areas: food and drink, accommodation, travel, and experiences. Alison said: 'Travel is in my blood. For years I worked as a tour rep following in the footsteps of my dear mum. This meant I was lucky and got to visit Florida from a young age. 'I was so captivated by America's culture, food, TV shows, and films and some of my happiest memories are tied to those first formative trips to the US. We managed to budget our way to a place that totally captured our hearts… and now I can't wait to share Florida's best kept secrets with you all.' (Image: BBC) Alison rose to fame after she appeared on Big Brother in 2002. She was the third person to leave the series, with DJ Kate Lawler winning the show. Alison later joined This Morning as a showbiz reporter. She became a popular figure for her cheeky interviews with A-list stars, once feeding Hugh Jackman strawberries on air. She joined the cast as a main presenter alongside Dermot O'Leary in 2021. She has also appeared on shows such as Loose Women, I'm a Me Out of Here!, Celebrity Coach Trip, and Strictly Come Dancing. Alison has previously revealed she initially went on Big Brother because she had £3,000 in debt, and was lured by the show's £70,000 prize. Speaking on the Table Manners podcast in 2022, she said: 'I owed like £3,000, which I was traumatised by at the time. 'I just couldn't make that debt go down. So I thought it would be a good idea to win £70,000 on a TV show." She quit her job as a rep in Tunisia to join the show. It was her comedic streak that won over ITV bosses, who snapped her up after leaving.
Daily Mirror
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Alison Hammond and son Aidan join popular TV show in joint venture
This Morning host Alison Hammond is taking on a new venture by joining Channel 4's Celebrity Gogglebox with her son Aidan for a special episode of the programme TV presenter Alison Hammond is set to appear on Celebrity Gogglebox alongside her 19-year-old son Aidan as part of the upcoming Stand Up To Cancer special on Channel 4. The Great British Bake Off presenter will reunite on screen with Aidan following the success of their recent travel series Florida Unpacked, which aired on BBC Two. The pair's natural chemistry and light-hearted dynamic reportedly caught the attention of producers, who were keen to bring them on board for the charity edition of the popular series. A source told The Sun's TVBiz column: "Producers were impressed by the dynamic between Aidan and his mum on their new travel show, so wanted a piece of it for Celebrity Gogglebox. "They're always looking for new duos to appear on the programme to keep it constantly feeling fresh, and, of course, fronting The Great British Bake Off means Alison is already part of the C4 family." An exact broadcast date and full line-up for the next Celebrity Gogglebox special have yet to be announced. Hammond, who rose to fame on Big Brother in 2002, recently revealed that she turned down an invitation to return to the reality series. While speaking to Magic Radio, she said: "I just got asked and I said no. Yeah, they asked me and I said no, I wouldn't do it again. I just think I've done it, haven't I?" The TV presenter has spoken wistfully about her career fulfilling her late mother Maria's dreams. Maria, who passed away from lung and liver cancer in 2020, was a strong supporter of Alison's ambitions from the beginning. Hammond told the Mirror: " This Morning was always a staple in our family home growing up. It's so bittersweet to know that this has happened and she's not here to see. Having said that, I do still feel her presence. It feels like my mum is still looking out for me in a strange way." She added: "She was totally my number one fan and was always mega proud of me. In a way, I'm living my mum's dream. The This Morning star previously admitted she nearly had a panic attack while filming Florida Unpacked, because she was terrified she was going to have a run-in with alligators. She told Judi Love on Loose Women: "There is a moment we are doing canoeing actually, and I started having a panic attack. "I started having a panic attack because I thought there were alligators and do you know when you get the heebie-jeebies about spiders crawling all over you, and I started having a proper panic attack. He [Aidan] looked like the adult that was like 'Mum, we are going to go back, calm down.' I looked like a five-year-old." When Hammond was given the Role Model Award at the MBCC in Birmingham last December, she made a touching speech about her love for her son, telling him: "I love you so much son and I'm sorry I haven't always been there but I'll be honest with you, the reason I was doing it, was only for you."
