Countdown has confirmed Colin Murray will take over as the new permanent host of the popular Channel 4 series, and fans are very happy about the news!
Radio and television host Colin, from Northern Ireland, has previously appeared as the temporary host after Anne Robinson stepped down from her hosting duties last year.
Fans have loved Colin, 45, as host of the show since he joined in July, and now think the show has found its “dream team” alongside Susie Dent and Rachel Riley.
Here’s what Countdown fans think of the new host…
New Countdown host revealed
Fans were initially excited when Colin was named as the temporary replacement for Anne Robinson, but now they are delighted to see Colin named as the permanent host.
Rachel Riley shared in fans excitement on Twitter and said: “By popular demand, the man from County Down has moved from caretaker manager to full time official Countdown host.
“Congrats Colin Murray. W”
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