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. Welcome to the team properly! We couldn’t be happier to have you.”
Dictionary Corner host Susie Dent also celebrated the news on Twitter: “The news is out! And it’s wonderful.
“Congratulations @ColinMurray on nabbing the best seat on TV and becoming the permanent Countdown host. We are very lucky to have you.”
One fan agreed with the Countdown regulars, tweeting: “This is fantastic news! The whole atmosphere of the show with Colin at the helm is supportive and joyful.”
Another fan said the same thing: “Couldn’t agree more. Colin Murray is the perfect person for the job.”
Many fans are excited to see Colin host alongside Rachel and Susie. One fan said: “Words cannot describe how happy I am! This is the dream team. Well done Colin.”
Looks like Colin is going to make fans very happy as the permanent Countdown host!
Nick Hewer hails Colin as the “perfect host”
Colin has also previously stood in for former Countdown host Nick Hewer, and he has also celebrated the news.
Responding to a tweet about his first time hosting the Channel 4 show, Nick said: “I had a great time but here’s my bet – @ColinMurray will be in that @C4Countdown chair in 20 year’s time.
“Perfect host.”
Colin confirmed the news on Steph’s Packed Lunch on Wednesday and said viewing figures were up with him at the helm. He said: “During my caretaker stint we’ve seen more people tune back in.
“With close to a million [0.9m] watching the series final in December, and I want that to just be the beginning.”
Well, it looks like fans are going to be happy to see Colin in the hosting chair for a long time…
Countdown airs on weekdays at 2:10 pm on Channel 4.
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