December 21st 2024.
The popular show Rip Off Britain has recently announced a new addition to its panel - the lovely Louise Minchin! Many will recognize Louise as a former BBC star, but she made headlines after announcing her "surprise" return to the broadcaster. The 56-year-old newsreader, who co-hosted BBC Breakfast until 2021, has also appeared on shows like I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! and Celebrity MasterChef. However, there's one show and its presenters that have captured her attention so much that she couldn't resist making a comeback to television.
In a recent Instagram post, Louise shared the exciting news with her 142,000 followers. She revealed that she will be joining her longtime friends and colleagues Gloria Hunniford and Julia Somerville on the iconic show Rip Off Britain. "I have some fun news, much to my surprise," she wrote in the caption. "I am going to be back on the telly in the New Year. I am very excited to be joining the team at Rip Off Britain. I have always loved the show and looked up to the legends that present it, and have had an absolute blast working alongside Gloria and Julia, who are not only brilliant at their jobs but also very funny."
Louise expressed her gratitude for this new opportunity, saying it feels like "such a privilege and a joy" to work with the two legendary presenters. She also encouraged her followers to tune in to the show for valuable advice and information on how to keep oneself and their money safe. Fans were quick to shower her with love and support, with many expressing their delight in having her back on their screens. Even Channel 4 star Steph McGovern congratulated Louise, saying she loves the trio's lineup.
This exciting news comes after the departure of Angela Rippon, who co-hosted Rip Off Britain for 15 years. The 80-year-old television legend has decided to step aside and focus on other ventures. However, sources say that this doesn't mean Angela won't return to the show in the future. "She is currently focusing on other projects, but the show looks forward to having her back in future series," a source stated.
Next year's season of Rip Off Britain will feature multiple episodes focused on scams to promote the BBC's Scam Safe Week. Along with that, Louise, Gloria, and Julia will also be discussing how pet owners often miss out on important insurance covers due to miscommunication. This will be Louise's first time hosting a series after she bid farewell to BBC Breakfast in 2021, after 20 years. Her decision to leave was to spend more time with her family, including her two daughters, Mia and Scarlett, whom she shares with her husband of almost 30 years, David Minchin.
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