November 29th 2024.
It has been announced that popular TV presenter, Stephen Mulhern, will no longer be hosting an ITV show. The news comes amidst the recent passing of his father, which has understandably been a difficult time for Stephen.
Stephen, who began his career at CITV, has become a familiar face on our screens, hosting shows such as Britain’s Got More Talent, Catchphrase, Deal or No Deal, and Dancing on Ice. He was also set to host The Big Soap Quiz again this year, but sadly had to withdraw due to his father's passing.
The passing of Stephen's father, Christopher, was revealed this week after it was reported that the presenter had collapsed while out for dinner and was taken to the hospital. In a statement to Metro, it was shared that Stephen has had a tough few weeks and that his father's death has hit him hard. In addition, he had a procedure which resulted in him being hospitalized as a precaution.
Originally, Stephen was scheduled to host The Big Soap Quiz, a fun competition between stars from Emmerdale and Coronation Street to test their soap knowledge. However, due to the circumstances, he has been replaced by former Corrie star Sally Lindsay for the 2024 programme. It has been understood that Stephen stepped down from the role due to his bereavement.
After his health scare, sources spoke to The Sun, revealing that Stephen had gone out for a solo dinner and had a few drinks which caused him to react badly. They shared that he is only human and that his father's passing has taken a toll on him.
Thankfully, Stephen is now recovering at home and is said to be "mortified" by his public reaction to the anaesthetic. The Big Soap Quiz will continue as planned, with team Corrie being led by Jack P Shepherd, who plays David Platt, and team Emmerdale being led by Mark Charnock, who plays Marlon Dingle. The rest of the team members are yet to be announced.
The Big Soap Quiz first aired in 2011 and has been an annual event since 2016, with fans eagerly tuning in to see their favorite soap stars battle it out for the title. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, be sure to get in touch with the entertainment team at The Agency. They can be reached via email, phone, or by visiting their Submit Stuff page. They would love to hear from you.
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