September 21st 2023.
Lorraine Kelly has announced she is taking a break from Twitter, admitting that things have become "dark". The ITV host, 63, shared the news on Thursday morning ahead of her show.
In a tweet, Lorraine wrote: "Morning. Having a twitter break – it's all gone a bit dark. I'll still be around on Instagram @lorrainekellysmith for mostly cute photos of my dog."
The news comes after Lorraine recounted an "uncomfortable" incident with Russell Brand during her recent show. Brand has been accused of rape, sexual assault and physical abuse, which he has denied.
Looking back on a 2007 episode of The Graham Norton Show, Lorraine spoke on Wednesday's show about feeling uncomfortable after Brand called her a "slut" and shamed her for allegedly wearing suspenders.
Lorraine said: "Now look, that is uncomfortable to watch now, that really is. Also for the record, I was not wearing suspenders at all. Everybody was laughing, I was laughing!"
She continued: "I must admit, it's difficult, looking back on it now I probably would have said something. That's what he was not just doing, but actively encouraged to do, and that's a scandal."
Lorraine's fans sent her messages of support, with one saying it was a "pity" she had to take a break from Twitter. Lorraine Kelly airs weekdays from 9am on ITV1.
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