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Scottish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
BBC quiz show renewed for FIFTH series with slew of celebrities poised to star
Pre-production is underway on the new series LINK UP BBC quiz show renewed for FIFTH series with slew of celebrities poised to star Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A HUGE BBC quiz show has been renewed for a fifth series with a slew of celebrities poised to star. The corporation has given the green light for the popular Saturday night quiz show. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Romesh Ranganathan serves as the current host of The Weakest Link Credit: BBC 6 Players have to work as a team to build up the cash prize Credit: BBC 6 A new slew of celebrities will appear on the highly-anticipated fifth edition of the show Credit: BBC Romesh Ranganathan, 47, is the current host of The Weakest Link after the show was revived in 2020. Anne Robinson, 80, famously hosted the hit general knowledge show from August 2000 for 12 years. Her contract ended in March 2012 before the beeb rebooted the show eight years later. Now bosses at the publicly funded corporation have given the go-ahead for yet another instalment. Pre-production is underway at BBC Studios Entertainment Productions which makes the show. The fifth series promises to have yet another star-studded lineup of celebrity contestants. Like the last edition, the new run of episodes is set to feature a number of themed episodes. Previous specials have included comedians, Gladiators, duos and Strictly Come Dancing personalities. On the show, the group will battle it out on the iconic quiz as they have to work as a team to build up a cash pot prize for charity. However, they have to get questions right to avoid getting voted as 'The Weakest Link' by their fellow contestants. Mel B takes swipe at Eamonn Holmes during feisty appearance on The Weakest Link At all costs, they want to avoid the walk of shame across the studio as they get eliminated. Only one player will secure the cash prize for their chosen charity and be crowned as The Strongest Link . This comes after the host opened up on his previous battles with mental health in a new interview with Runners World UK. He explained: "When I was 18 or 19 years old, I feel like I came very close [to] ending my life. "I just couldn't see the point in carrying on. I was super depressed. "Then I started to do suicide ideation, where you start to fantasise about it. "The best way I can describe it, when I thought about taking my own life, it felt like a weight was being lifted. "Mental health is something I'm still aware of, and it's been a battle for me. "I think once you come close to something like that, it's a bit like being an ex-smoker: you have to stay on top of it.' 6 It's thought that the new series will contain special themed episodes Credit: BBC 6 The iconic game show first made its way onto the airwaves in 2000 Credit: BBC 6 Romesh was brought in to host the show for the revived version in 2021 Credit: BBC Previous episodes of The Weakest Link are available to watch back on BBC iPlayer.
The Irish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
BBC quiz show renewed for FIFTH series with slew of celebrities poised to star
A HUGE BBC quiz show has been renewed for a fifth series with a slew of celebrities poised to star. The corporation has given the green light for the popular Saturday night quiz show. Advertisement 6 Romesh Ranganathan serves as the current host of The Weakest Link Credit: BBC 6 Players have to work as a team to build up the cash prize Credit: BBC 6 A new slew of celebrities will appear on the highly-anticipated fifth edition of the show Credit: BBC Her contract ended in March 2012 before the beeb rebooted the show eight years later. Now bosses at the publicly funded corporation have given the go-ahead for yet another instalment. Advertisement READ MORE ON THE BBC Pre-production is underway at BBC Studios Entertainment Productions which makes the show. The fifth series promises to have yet another star-studded lineup of celebrity contestants. Like the last edition, the new run of episodes is set to feature a number of themed episodes. Previous specials have included comedians, Gladiators, duos and Strictly Come Dancing personalities. Advertisement Most read in News TV On the show, the group will battle it out on the iconic quiz as they have to work as a team to build up a cash pot prize for charity. However, they have to get questions right to avoid getting voted as 'The Weakest Link' by their fellow contestants. Mel B takes swipe at Eamonn Holmes during feisty appearance on The Weakest Link At all costs, they want to avoid the walk of shame across the studio as they get eliminated. Only one player will secure the cash prize for their chosen charity and be crowned as The Strongest Link . Advertisement This comes after the host opened up on his previous battles with mental health in a new interview with He explained: "When I was 18 or 19 years old, I feel like I came very close [to] ending my life. BBC News' Biggest Blunders The Beeb has suffered a number of gaffes recently, here we take a look at the biggest, and funniest, mishaps to date: Maryam Moshiri Tongued-tied sports presenter BBC Look North's Newsreader BBC Breakfast's The news correspondent is Azadeh Moshiri "I just couldn't see the point in carrying on. I was super depressed. "Then I started to do suicide ideation, where you start to fantasise about it. Advertisement "The best way I can describe it, when I thought about taking my own life, it felt like a weight was being lifted. "Mental health is something I'm still aware of, and it's been a battle for me. "I think once you come close to something like that, it's a bit like being an ex-smoker: you have to stay on top of it.' 6 It's thought that the new series will contain special themed episodes Credit: BBC Advertisement 6 The iconic game show first made its way onto the airwaves in 2000 Credit: BBC 6 Romesh was brought in to host the show for the revived version in 2021 Credit: BBC Previous episodes of The Weakest Link are available to watch back on BBC iPlayer .
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Versant's 2025-26 Schedule: ‘WWE Smackdown,' ‘Resident Alien,' ‘Dirty Rotten Scandals: America's Next Top Model' and More on E!, Syfy, Oxygen, USA
Versant, the bundle of spun-off NBCUniversal and Comcast channels previously called SpinCo, is revealing its entertainment programming schedule for 2025-26. The collection includes scripted and unscripted channels like E!, USA Network, Syfy and Oxygen True Crime, in addition to MSNBC, CNBC and more. The upcoming TV schedule includes 16 new original series, live sports and other returning programs. More from Variety Fox 2025-2026 Fall Schedule: 'American Dad' to Debut Midseason, Jane Lynch's 'Weakest Link' and 'Fear Factor' Reboot Lead Unscripted Slate Fox Orders Thriller Series 'Memory of a Killer' Based on Belgian Film Fox Execs on Whether Joe Rogan Will Join 'Fear Factor' Reboot: He's 'Major Talent' Tied to the Franchise 'WWE Smackdown' will be back to its linear home on USA on Friday nights, and the Critics Choice Awards will air on Jan. 4 on USA and E! Some of the new shows include 'Kimora: Back in the Fab Lane' on E!, the comic series 'Revival' on Syfy, book adaptations 'Anna Pigeon' and 'The Rainmaker' on USA and true crime shows like Alan Cumming's 'The Killer Among Us' and 'Killer Grannies' on Oxygen. E! will also air a trio of 'Dirty Rotten Scandals' docuseries on 'America's Next Top Model,' 'Doctor Phil' and 'The Price Is Right' next spring. 'Our audiences are among the most devoted in the industry, and their passion fuels everything we do,' said Val Boreland, President of Entertainment for Versant. 'By uniting the power of our iconic brands with a commitment to bold, original storytelling, we're deepening our connection with viewers in meaningful ways. We're proud to unveil this exciting new programming slate as we move forward under our new name.' See the 2025-26 schedule below. The 31st Annual Critics Choice Awards – Airs live on Sunday, January 4 across E! and USA Network The 31st annual Critics Choice Awards will continue its combined film and television awards format, honoring the best in cinematic, televised, and streaming achievement. The 31st annual Critics Choice Awards show is produced by Bob Bain Productions and Berlin Entertainment. 'Kimora: Back in the Fab Lane' – Premieres December 2025 The undisputed queen of fabulosity, Kimora Lee Simmons is back on E!. This fierce fashionista – now a single mom of five – commands an empire while running her iconic Baby Phat brand and juggling a billion-dollar business portfolio. Between dealing with the whims of her top-model daughters, cheering at her sons' championship games and celebrating her own major milestones, Kimora's world is even more fabulous and outrageous than ever before. Buckle up. 'Kimora: Back in the Fab Lane' is produced by Hartbeat. Kevin Hart, Kimora Lee Simmons, Luke Kelly-Clyne, Meghan Hoffman, Bryan Smiley and Danielle Medina serve as executive producers. 'Plastic Surgery Rewind' – Premieres this summer Hosted by international radio and television personality Michelle Visage with plastic surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow and body image expert Dr. Spirit, PhD, 'Plastic Surgery Rewind' follows nine celebrities and social influencers through a transformative journey of self-discovery as they decide whether to reverse previous plastic surgeries and return to a more natural look. 'Plastic Surgery Rewind' is produced by Fulwell Entertainment. Matt Cox, Rebecca Hertz, Emma Conway, Charlie van Vleet, Ben Turner and Dr. Terry Dubrow serve as executive producers. 'E! Dirty Rotten Scandals: America's Next Top Model' – Premieres Spring 2026 For the first time ever, 'E! Dirty Rotten Scandals: America's Next Top Model' unveils the dark underbelly of the long-running TV series through the untold stories of former contestants — where a golden opportunity for aspiring models unravels into a harrowing saga of exploitation, resilience, and shattered dreams. 'E! Dirty Rotten Scandals: America's Next Top Model' is produced by Glass Media. Nancy Glass and Sarah Gibson serve as executive producers. 'E! Dirty Rotten Scandals: The Dr. Phil Show' – Premieres Spring 2026 'E! Dirty Rotten Scandals: The Dr. Phil Show' serves up a harsh dose of reality and unveils the darker side of the pop culture phenomenon and hit TV show. Since the launch of the 'Dr. Phil' show in 2002, some participants claim to have been misguided by the series, which was once revered for its 'no nonsense' approach. Now those who allegedly fell victim to the promises of the show are speaking out about their experiences and the fallout of being used as TV fodder for millions of viewers. 'E! Dirty Rotten Scandals: The Dr. Phil Show' is produced by Renowned Films. Max Welch, Duane Jones, Tim Withers and Kate Maddigan serve as executive producers. Marcus Plowright serves as showrunner. 'E! Dirty Rotten Scandals: The Price is Right' – Premieres Spring 2026 'E! Dirty Rotten Scandals: The Price is Right' is a documentary series exploring shocking allegations surrounding Bob Barker, while hosting the hit game show. Based on award-winning journalist David Kushner's new original reporting, the series will feature the voices of original 'Barker's Beauties' and other former 'TPIR' cast and crew who are coming together for the first time to tell their stories. 'E! Dirty Rotten Scandals: The Price is Right' is produced by Terminal B Television with Tom Forman, David Metzler, Meredith Wright, and Jordan Rosenblum serving as executive producers alongside David Kushner. 'Honestly Cavallari: The Headline Tour' – Premieres Wednesday, June 4 at 10 p.m. ET/PT with two back-to-back episodes TV personality Kristin Cavallari takes her hit podcast 'Let's Be Honest' on the road. Each episode will feature candid conversations with famous friends, Bravolebrities, memorable exes and other notable celebs from Kristin's life as they unfold the stories behind their buzziest headlines – and make new ones – with jaw-dropping revelations that set the record straight. 'Honestly Cavallari: The Headline Tour' is produced by 32 Flavors. Alex Baskin, Jenn Levy, Joe Kingsley, Jeff Festa, Brian McCarthy and Kristin Cavallari serve as executive producers. Ailee O'Neill, Lucy Bennett and Sunny Franklin also serve as executive producers 'Revival' – Premieres Thursday, June 12 at 10 p.m. ET/PT On one miraculous day in rural Wisconsin, the recently deceased suddenly rise from their graves. But this is no zombie story as the 'revived' appear and act just like they once were. When local Officer and single mother Dana Cypress is unexpectedly thrown into the center of a brutal murder mystery of her own, she's left to make sense of the chaos amidst a town gripped by fear and confusion where everyone, alive or undead, is a suspect. The series is based on the 'Revival' comic series. Cast includes Melanie Scrofano, Romy Weltman, David James Elliott, and Andy McQueen. 'Revival' is produced by Blue Ice Pictures and Hemmings Films. Showrunners Aaron B. Koontz and Luke Boyce, Lance Samuels, Daniel Iron, Samantha Levine, Neil Tabatznik, Daniel March, Melanie Scrofano, Greg Hemmings, Stephen Foster and director Amanda Row serve as executive producers. 'The Rainmaker' – Premieres Summer 2025 Based on the best-selling novel by John Grisham, Rudy Baylor, who is fresh out of law school, goes head-to-head with courtroom lion Leo Drummond as well as his law school girlfriend, Sarah. Rudy, along with his boss, Bruiser, and her disheveled paralegal, Deck, uncover two connected conspiracies surrounding the mysterious death of their client's son. Cast includes Milo Callaghan, John Slattery, Lana Parrilla, Madison Iseman, P.J. Byrne, Dan Fogler, Wade Briggs and Robyn Cara. 'The Rainmaker' is produced by Lionsgate Television and Blumhouse Television. Michael Seitzman, who also serves as showrunner, John Grisham, Patrick Moran, Jason Richman, David Gernert and Jason Blum serve as executive producers. 'Anna Pigeon'- Premieres in 2026 Anna Pigeon is a former city slicker who became a park ranger after a devastating loss changed the trajectory of her life forever. While Anna tries to outrun her demons, her focus turns to solving crimes that have taken place within national park grounds, no matter who or what gets in her way. The series is based on the New York Times best-selling novels by Nevada Barr. 'Anna Pigeon' is produced by Cineflix Studios and December Films. Showrunner Morwyn Brebner, director Lea Thompson, Todd Berger, Julie Di Cresce, Brett Burlock, Peter Emerson, Sonia Hosko and Gordon Gilbertson to executive produce. 'Everything On The Menu with Braun Strowman' – Premieres Fall 2025 'Everything On The Menu with Braun Strowman' is a new food format with a big appetite. Each episode, join WWE Legend Braun Strowman as he eats his way across America, while on the road for WWE, ordering everything on every menu and trying to down every last bite. 'Everything On The Menu with Braun Strowman' is produced by WWE Studios and BrightNorth Studios. Paul Levesque, Lee Fitting, Marc Pomarico and Ben Houser executive produce for WWEStudios. Matthew J. Braley, Kevin Duncan, Morgan Hertzan, Pat Dimon, Shawn Efran, and Azadeh De Leon executive produce for BrightNorth Studios. 'The Death Investigator with Barbara Butcher' – Premieres Fall 2025 The first true-crime series told through the eyes of Barbara Butcher, one of the most seasoned and respected Death Investigators to work in New York. After more than 20 years in the field, Butcher will unpack the stories behind some of the most compelling murders of our times –revealing that the keys to solving the case are often contained in the wealth of information held by the crime scene and the body that lies within it. 'The Death Investigator with Barbara Butcher' is produced by Wolf Entertainment, Dan Cutforth and Jane Lipsitz's Alfred Street Industries and Universal Television Alternative Studio. Dick Wolf, Tom Thayer, Dan Cutforth, Jane Lipsitz, Nan Strait, Dan Volpe, Maria Lane and Shannon O'Rourke serve as executive producers. 'The Killer Among Us' (WT) – Premieres Spring 2026 Hosted by Alan Cumming, a shocking murder rocks a tight-knit community to its core. But what if the crime wasn't committed by a stranger or outsider? What if this killer is part of the community itself? Cumming brings us straight into the heart of communities where the unthinkable has happened and no one knows why – or who is responsible. If everyone is a suspect… who can you trust? With multiple suspects, layers of lies, deceit and deception, 'The Killer Among Us' is a murder mystery where someone is playing… but it's not a game. 'The Killer Among Us' is produced by Lusid Media with Zak Weisfeld and Libby Richman as executive producers and Alan Cumming as producer. 'The Death Row Informant' (WT) – Premieres Fall 2025 ***Names have been redacted from the following series description due to an ongoing investigation of a serial killer. Over a decade ago, a gruesome killer was convicted of murdering four women. Though police could never prove it, investigators always suspected there were many more victims. But the killer took his secrets with him to San Quentin. When he arrived on death row, a fellow inmate offered him protection on the yard. Over the course of a decade, the killer confided in this inmate, revealing details about 20+ unsolved murders for the first time. This inmate-turned-informant has now handed over 300 pages of detailed notes about the killer's unsolved murders to Ken Mains, an ex-FBI investigator and cold case detective. Mains will work together with the informant touncover new victims, bring closure to families, and expose one of America's most prolific serial killers in real-time. 'The Death Row Informant' is produced by Wolf Entertainment, Fireside Pictures, Universal Television Alternative Studio, and Vanity Fair Studios. Dick Wolf, Tom Thayer, Jason Wolf, Patrick Deluca, Helen Estabrook, Sarah Amos, Claire Howorth and Liz Yale Marsh serve as executive producers. Kevin Brennecke serves as showrunner. The Silent Serial Killer: Gretzler' (WT) – Premieres Fall 2025 He is the serial killer you've never heard of … until now. In 1973, 22-year-old Doug Gretzler embarked on a cross-country road trip that spiraled into a brutal killing spree. In just three weeks, he and his accomplice, 28-year-old Willie Steelman, murdered 17 people. Their motive? A mystery that has left family members, law enforcement and experts baffled for decades. Drawing from first person interviews and over 500 hours of recorded conversations with Gretzler himself, hear his darkest confessions and the chilling psychology behind his crimes for the very first time. 'The Silent Serial Killer: Gretzler' is produced by Glass Entertainment. Nancy Glass, Matt Carter and Maija Norris serve as executive producers. 'Killer Grannies' – Premieres Fall 2025 A true-crime series that chronicles the most shocking and unpredictable cases involving a killer no one would suspect: Grandma. In every self-contained episode, a rollercoaster ride of a case unfolds as investigators dig deep and chase every lead until they finally catch their unexpected killer. Through gripping archival footage, selective recreations and cinematic imagery, and in-depth interviews with investigators, prosecutors, friends and family, every episode will peel back the plastic cover on the couch to uncover a world of sinister plots and evil deeds unpacking why and how these maternal matriarchs of the family can turn deadly. 'Killer Grannies' is produced by Jarrett Creative. Seth Jarrett, Julie Insogna Jarrett and Josh Bingham serve as executive producers. 'The Boston Stranglers' – Premieres Winter 2026 Sixteen hours of the Boston Strangler's lost confession tapes have emerged, offering an exclusive and unfiltered account of how Albert DeSalvo evaded police and got away with murdering 13 women… or did he? The unreleased tapes call everything into question. While Boston PD remains steadfast that DeSalvo was the killer, a trove of exclusive access possibly suggests otherwise. The Boston Stranglers is a two-hour documentary about one of the most infamous serial killings in American history, the murders that remain officially unsolved to this day, and a confession that has never been released until now. 'The Boston Stranglers' is produced by This is Just a Test. Aengus James, Paul Lima and Carolyn Day serve as Executive Producers. Fan favorites returning to the portfolio include: E!: 'Live from E!,' the network's signature red carpet franchise USA NETWORK: 'WWE Smackdown' returns for another season on Fridays at 8 p.m. ET/PT USA NETWORK / SYFY: 'Resident Alien' returns for season four on Friday, June 6 at 11 p.m. ET/PT SYFY: 'Surreal Estate' returned for season three on April 3, 2025 SYFY: 'The Ark' returns for season three in 2026 OXYGEN TRUE CRIME: 'Killer Relationship with Faith Jenkins' returns for season four in Fall 2025 OXYGEN TRUE CRIME: 'Accident, Suicide or Murder' returns for season six in Fall 2025 OXYGEN TRUE CRIME: 'Cold Justice' returns for season eight in Fall 2025 OXYGEN TRUE CRIME: 'Snapped,' which recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, returns with new episodes in 2025 OXYGEN TRUE CRIME: 'A Plan to Kill' returns for season two in Spring 2026 OXYGEN TRUE CRIME: 'Philly Homicide' returns for season two in Spring 2026 Series premiere dates and more information to come. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz Oscars Predictions 2026: 'Sinners' Becomes Early Contender Ahead of Cannes Film Festival
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rachel Riley hits out at Anne Robinson for saying she had to ‘shut her up' on Countdown
Countdown star Rachel Riley has hit out at former host Anne Robinson after she criticised her on-set behaviour. Former Weakest Link host Robinson, 80, presented the Channel 4 game show for just one year, from 2021 to 2022, joining regulars Riley and Susie Dent During Robinson's time on the show, there were several reports that she was feuding with Riley, who joined the series in 2009, replacing Carol Vorderman. It was claimed that Riley, 39, considered 'walking away' from the show due to rising tensions with Robinson, which allegedly created an 'awkward and uncomfortable atmosphere' on set. While the pair were initially complimentary of each other, Riley soon admitted she hadn't 'done much bonding' with Robinson, who replaced Nick Hewer. Following this, Robinson called out Riley for 'distracting' her by talking in the background while she was interviewing the show's contestants. In a recent interview with The Telegraph, Robinson denied having a feud with Riley, but said: 'Rachel was a bit talkative when I was interviewing the contestants but once we shut her up it was fine.' Riley has now addressed Robinson's comments, saying at the Women's Football Awards last week: 'If Anne needs to mention me for publicity then good luck to her.' The Sun reports Riley as saying: 'I have the same opinion of her as most people do. I don't pay any attention to what she says.' Robinson became notorious for her scathing remarks directed at contestants when she presented BBC series The Weakest Link from 2000 to 2012. Her signature presenting style was controversial, with some fans finding her jibes hilarious and others believing the 'Queen of Mean' went too far with her comments. In January, Robinson explained that she decided to take a more brutal approach after meeting 'real quizzers' and learning they were 'ruthlessly competitive' and ready to criticise one another. Reflecting on her stint on the show in an interview with The Oldie last year, Robinson said that she would 'never be able' to behave in the same way if she was presenting the show now. 'You'd never be able to say all that now,' she claimed. 'Half of it would be stamped out. I always thought the contestants would feel short-changed if I were nice.'
Daily Mail
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Rachel Riley takes BRUTAL swipe at Anne Robinson as Countdown feud rages on three years after explosive show exit
Rachel Riley took a brutal swipe at Anne Robinson as their Countdown feud rages on. The TV presenter, 39, spoke out about her rumoured rift with the quiz show veteran, 80. Countdown sees contestants tackle linguistic and mathematical challenges while the clock ticks. After Anne recently admitted to telling Rachel to 'shut up' on the show's set, Rachel told The Sun: 'If Anne needs to mention me for publicity then good luck to her. 'I have the same opinion of her as most people do.' Rachel went on to reveal she doesn't 'pay any attention to what she says'. The presenter first joined Countdown back in 2009 at just 22 years old when she took over from Carol Vordman. Almost 16 years on, Rachel is the show's resident mathematician. Rachel's comments come after Anne opened up to the Telegraph last month about what really happened during her time hosting Countdown when the presenter quit the show after just a year back in 2022. Anne was rumoured to have been involved in a rift with the show's other presenters Rachel Riley and Susie Dent, but attempted to shut down such speculation. Speaking in an interview with the Telegraph, Anne denied a proper fall out between the pair as she explained: 'It's just a story. Rachel was a bit talkative when I was interviewing the contestants but once we shut her up it was fine.' Anne also spoke bluntly on her thoughts on woke culture as she admitted: 'I loathe the woke terrorists who are sucking the life blood out of the country.' Insisting that if she was still in comedy she would find a way around the 'woke restrictions', she added: 'Because if you're funny – properly funny – you can get away with a great deal, although there's not a lot of funny sharp women on TV anymore.' Taking a jibe at presenter Stacey Solomon, the star also shared her views on the calibre of TV shows currently on air. She added: 'I'm disappointed that by 9 O'Clock, someone called Stacy [sic] is usually telling me how to tidy my wardrobe, I don't want to watch some semi famous person take me round the Scottish isles, there is a lot of TV that is c**p.' The Weakest Link star previously revealed she quit Countdown over a pay dispute and confessed she insisted on 'noisy' Susie Dent and Rachel Riley 's mics being switched off. She explained that despite being offered a pay rise, she did not want to join Channel 4 's payroll and so decided to walk away from her role as host. Of the rift with her co-stars Rachel and Susie she admitted that she had been annoyed by their time-keeping and noisiness. But she later said: 'They're both brilliant at what they do. I mean they really, really are. Channel 4 are incredibly lucky to have them. And there isn't a rift. 'It was me wanting everyone to be quiet in the studio. I like everyone turning up on time and quiet, quiet, quiet. So we did have to iron that out. But that's it.' Meanwhile, Rachel seemed to acknowledge the feud between herself and Anne a fter she said the presenter 'might make you cry.' Previously the maths whizz had said that Anne was 'not the cuddliest,' and after she left the show she admitted the atmosphere changed and became more fun once she was replaced by Colin Murray. Rachel said: 'It's very different. Each presenter has their own style, and you don't always gel with everybody that you work with. 'Well, you're not going to get a sympathetic shoulder to cry on from Anne, but she might make you cry.' The feud rumours were further fueled when Rachel took to Instagram to share a selfie smiling to the camera, while holding a glass of wine after Anne's departure was announced. 'Drinking a toast to the next chapter in Countdown history. I think you're going to like it,' she captioned the image. Later while appearing on Piers Morgan's Uncensored, Anne shared: 'Susie Dent is great, Rachel Riley is completely brilliant at the maths.'
