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Good Morning Britain viewers 'make demand' to ITV as Rob Rinder presents show
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 audiences found themselves split as Rob Rinder presented alongside Charlotte Hawkins on Friday. The barrister, 47, rose to prominence with his daytime courtroom programme Judge Rinder over a decade ago but has since built a career spanning various television genres. He frequently provides Friday coverage for the ITV show, whilst Kate Garraway and Susanna Reid serve as the primary presenters from Monday to Thursday and feature alongside personalities such as Adil Ray, Richard Madeley and Ed Balls. However, as he assumed the presenter's chair on the ITV programme just ahead of the weekend, viewers held contrasting views, with some urging the broadcaster to retain him permanently whilst others felt he was 'too showbiz' for the serious news format. This follows ITV's decision to cancel Noel Edmonds' major television return after merely one series, reports the Mirror. One supporter posted on X: "Petition to keep Rob Rinder as the main anchor during the week. Big brain, asks the right questions. @ITV open your cheque book #gmb", whilst another, impressed with Rob's on-air conduct, commented: "It's rob. No screeching talking over. Didn't even turn channel." A third enthusiast remarked: "I always hope it's Rob Rinder on a Friday. I like Rob!". However, others were less enthusiastic about his return to the programme, with one viewer taking to social media to declare: "Rob Rinder is so cringe. So showbiz. So rehearsed. So fake. [green face emoji] Cringe." Another viewer concurred, commenting: "I've thought this as well. I enjoyed his show #JudgeRinder but he's not an anchor for morning tv, it doesn't work. #GMB." Since launching his television career, Rob has established himself as quite the personality after taking part in Strictly Come Dancing and featuring on The Real Full Monty. Earlier this year, he fuelled speculation about a potential romance with former X Factor celebrity Rylan Clark when they launched a BBC travel programme together, though they maintained that their relationship was purely platonic. Much of Friday's programme centred on the commemorations surrounding VJ Day, with he and Charlotte examining a speech delivered by King Charles to mark the milestone before EastEnders star Colin Salmon joined to discuss his latest film and hint at upcoming storylines for the BBC drama. An amusing moment emerged when Rob, who took part in Strictly in 2016, was accompanied by showbiz correspondent Richard Arnold and the duo looked back on their respective appearances on the show alongside numerous revelations regarding this year's lineup for the BBC dance contest. Whilst discussing the 2016 internet sensation Gangnam Style, Rob asked Richard: "I'm not gonna say anything but I got to do the jazz hands at Blackpool, did you?". Richard, who featured on the show in 2012, playfully responded: "Was it really your year though? Nah, you did very well! We didn't have Blackpool, we had Wembley Arena because the Blackpool Tower was going under refurb." Things took a turn when Richard challenged: "Do you want to take this outside, Rob?" and Rob humorously retorted: "That would be the campest fight ever!". (Image: ITV) (Image: PA)
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Good Morning Britain viewers issue demand to ITV as Rob Rinder hosts show
Good Morning Britain viewers were left divided as Rob Rinder hosted on Friday, and some urged ITV to keep him on full-time, but others weren't so sure Good Morning Britain viewers were left divided as Rob Rinder hosted alongside Charlotte Hawkins on Friday. The barrister, 47, shot to fame with his daytime courtroom series Judge Rinder more than a decade ago but has carved out a career across all areas of television since then. He regularly provides Friday cover for the ITV programme, whilst Kate Garraway and Susanna Reid are employed as the main hosts from Monday to Thursday and appear alongside the likes of Adil Ray, Richard Madeley and Ed Balls But as he took to the hot seat of the ITV show just before the weekend, there was a difference opinion amongst those who had tuned in, with some begging the broadcaster to keep him on permanently whilst some thought he was 'too showbiz' for the serious news programme. It comes as ITV axes Noel Edmonds' big TV comeback after just one series. One fan wrote on X: "Petition to keep Rob Rinder as the main anchor during the week. Big brain, asks the right questions. @ITV open your cheque book # gmb", and another, impressed with how Rob conducts himself on air, wrote: "It's rob. No screeching talking over. Didn't even turn channel." A third fan added: "I always hope it's Rob Rinder on a Friday. I like Rob!" But others were not so keen to have him back on the programme, and one viewer took to social media to say: "Rob Rinder is so cringe. So showbiz. So rehearsed. So fake. [green face emoji] Cringe." Another fan agreed, and said: "I've thought this as well. I enjoyed his show #JudgeRinder but he's not an anchor for morning tv, it doesn't work. #GMB." Since beginning his television career, Rob has become something of a personality having competed on Strictly Come Dancing and appeared on The Real Full Monty. Earlier this year, he sparked rumours of a romance with former X Factor star Rylan Clark when they started up a BBC travel series together, although they insisted that everything was platonic. Much of Friday's episode focused on the celebrations surrounding VJ Day, and he and Charlotte discussed a speech made by King Charles to mark the occasion before EastEnders actor Colin Salmon arrived to discuss his new film and tease new storylines for the BBC soap. A comical moment appeared when Rob, who competed on Strictly in 2016, was joined by the showbiz reporter Richard Arnold and the pair reminisced about their individual stints on the programme amid a host of revelation's about this year's lineup for the BBC dancing competition. When discussing the 2016 viral hit Gangnam Style, Rob told Richard: "I'm not gonna say anything but I got to do the jazz hands at Blackpool, did you?" Before Richard, who appeared on it in 2012, jokingly replied: "Was it really your year though? Nah, you did very well! We didn't have Blackpool, we had Wembley Arena because the Blackpool Tower was going under refurb." Things escalated when Richard said: "Do you want to take this outside, Rob?" and Rob joked: "That would be the campest fight ever!"
Daily Mirror
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Chris Hughes is 'addicted to connection' as ex co-star says 'I cant get rid of him'
Chris Hughes' former co-star and close friend has had his say on the former Love Island star's friendship with JoJo Siwa claiming he's 'addicted to connection' Chris Hughes ' close friend and former co-star Jake Quickenden has shared his opinion on the former Love Island star's close friendship with JoJo Siwa as he appeared in the audience of tonight's Late and Live. JoJo, 21, and Chris, 32, have shared an extremely close friendship in the house, with some suspecting it may be something more. The two have been seen giving each other massages and sharing cuddles in bed, but Jake has revealed that his friend is just "addicted to connection". Jake and Chris first met on ITV's Lorraine and became close when they did The Real Full Monty together in 2020. The pair have been close ever since, with Jake even admitting Chris makes him sleep in his bed when he stays over. Speaking to host AJ Odudu, former X-Factor star Jake said: "He is addicted to connection. I did a show with him, he latched onto me and I couldn't get rid of him. Still can't get rid of him," he laughed. "It was the same in Love Island with Kem," Jake continued. "He finds his person and they're his safety blanket. Speaking on JoJo and Chris sharing cuddles in bed together, Jake said: "Even when I stop over at his house he won't let me sleep in the spare room, he makes me sleep in bed with him. "He wants to have a chat and he wants to wake up and bring you a cup of tea. That's just Chris." AJ then asked Jake if he'd received a back tickle from Chris in bed like JoJo has, as father of two Jake laughed: "I mean I shut it down. I shut it down straight away! But he is really touchy feely." In tonight's episode, JoJo and Chris were seen taking their friendship even further as Chris was seen wearing JoJo's bikini bottoms on his head while he slept. Although the duo found it amusing, fans weren't as impressed. Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, one fan wrote: Chris has Jojos bikini bottoms on his head.. don't tell me something isnt off.. this isn't a friendship nor normal. #CelebrityBigBrother". Another said: "Chris having JoJo's bikini on his face [sick emoji]". .
Express Tribune
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
James Van Der Beek opens up about stage 3 cancer battle and staying optimistic: "I'm feeling good"
James Van Der Beek has opened up about his battle with stage 3 colorectal cancer, sharing his journey with honesty and hope. The Dawson's Creek star, 48, first revealed his diagnosis in November 2024, expressing gratitude for his family's support as he undergoes treatment. 'Each year, approximately 2 billion people around the world receive this diagnosis. And I'm one of them,' Van Der Beek shared in an Instagram post, assuring fans that he was 'in a good place and feeling strong.' Recalling his initial diagnosis, he explained that a routine colonoscopy in the summer of 2023 led to the discovery. 'As I was coming out of the haze, the gastroenterologist said in his most pleasant bedside manner, 'It is cancer,'' he said, admitting he was in shock. Despite the challenges, Van Der Beek has remained resilient. 'I really didn't feel like this was gonna end me,' he shared. 'This is gonna be the biggest life redirect. I'm gonna make changes that I never would have made otherwise.' His wife, Kimberly, has been his rock throughout the journey. 'I'm more grateful than ever to my superhuman wife who has shown up on levels I never knew possible,' he wrote in a heartfelt Instagram tribute. The couple, who married in 2010, share six children, all of whom have shown unwavering support. Photo: Instagram Van Der Beek also used his journey to raise awareness, selling limited editions of his Varsity Blues jersey to support families affected by cancer. He also participated in The Real Full Monty to encourage early testing and research funding. Looking ahead, he remains cautiously optimistic. 'When I've been out of the woods completely for what feels like a responsible amount of time, I'll circle back and let you know,' he said. 'I have a lot to live for.'
