January 26th 2024.
Lorraine Kelly, beloved host of her self-titled show on ITV, has recently opened up about why she is not always present on Fridays. Instead, other presenters step in to host the show. Since the beginning of the year, a Twitter account has been keeping track of how often Lorraine, who is 64 years old, appears on her show. According to the account, she has only presented 16 out of 19 episodes in 2024, with Christine Lampard filling in for the remaining three.
But now, Lorraine has shed some light on the reason for her absence on Fridays. She took to Twitter to thank Christine for covering for her, explaining that she uses that time to visit her mother. She wrote, "Morning and huge thanks to the wonderful @clbleakley for stepping in on Fridays so I can get back home. Great to see mum doing really well and I appreciate your kind messages."
For those who may be wondering, Lorraine's show is filmed in the same studio in London where Loose Women is also filmed. However, the set is transformed daily, which has left some viewers confused. After her Thursday shift, Lorraine travels "home" to spend time with her mother, Anne, who lives in East Kilbride, Scotland. Lorraine herself resides in a riverside property in Buckinghamshire with her husband Steve.
Christine has graciously hosted some episodes of Lorraine's show, allowing Lorraine to spend quality time with her mother. Lorraine has previously shared about her mother's health battles and has expressed her gratitude towards the NHS staff at a Scottish hospital for their care. In 2022, Anne was diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome, a condition that affects kidney function. Lorraine has also thanked her fans for their kind messages during this difficult time.
In an interview with Hello! magazine, Lorraine spoke about the challenges of caring for both of her parents. She shared, "My dad also has health issues, including a heart condition, and with them living in Scotland, my brother Graham in Singapore and me in London, we realized they were going to need a bit of help." Lorraine's parents live in different parts of the world, making it challenging to provide care for them. However, Lorraine has found a way to make it work and ensure that both her parents receive the care they need.
Lorraine's show airs weekdays on ITV at 9am, but if you've noticed her absence on Fridays, now you know the reason behind it. Lorraine is grateful for the support and understanding of her fans and is always willing to share updates about her life with them. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, feel free to reach out to Lorraine and her team. They can be contacted via email, phone, or through their Submit Stuff page. Lorraine and her team would love to hear from you.
In other news, Lorraine recently poked fun at Amanda Holden's antics at her daughter's 18th birthday party, and fans couldn't get enough of it. The TV host has also been the subject of some speculation as her absences from her own show are being monitored. But Lorraine remains focused on providing her viewers with an entertaining and informative show every weekday morning.
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