Anne Robinson will be joining Rachel Riley and Susie Dent to become Countdown's new host…
June 15, 2021 - 06:00 BST Francesca Shillcock Fans have been looking forward to seeing Anne Robinson make her debut on Countdown as lead host – and it seems, according to Rachel Riley, the new presenter has settled in well thanks to her trademark sharp wit.
Rachel, who has been the show's numbers whizz since 2009, said she was thrilled for Anne to join the team and gave an insight as to what her stint has been like to observe."It's been really fun watching Anne very quickly find her feet in the Countdown studio and seeing the contestants in the new groove with her," she told Channel 4 in a statement.
"She's not shy of asking them funny questions and the responses have ranged from going into their own comedy routines to not looking directly at her and hoping she doesn't see them – it's been very lively!" The former Weakest Link host expressed her delight at joining Countdown as well as being part of the all-female panel. She told Channel 4:"Three Girls Do Countdown - who wouldn't want to watch?"MORE: Rachel Riley jokes about her real age – and fans reactSusie was also quick to reveal her delight at Anne's appointment:"I'm so pleased to be able to work with Anne again. With her flair and wit, she's going to be a wonderful addition to the Countdown team.
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