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22.03.2023 - 19:17 / ok.co.uk
Iconic newsreader Alistair Stewart has announced his retirement after almost 50 years of broadcasting. In a statement, the 70 year old journalist described the job as "the best in the world" but cited the commute from Hampshire to London and wanting to spend time with his family as his reasons for stepping down.
Alistair has been one of the most prominent ITV news reporters over the last five decades, and more recently, fronted his own show, named Alistair Stewart and Friends for GB News, for which he recently filmed his last episode. It's been confirmed by GB News that Alistair will return as an occasional contributor and commentator on major news events though, including King Charles' Coronation in May.
In a statement announcing his retirement, Alistair, who is Britain’s longest-serving newsreader with 45 years at the helm, said: "I’m nearly 71 and I still get the most tremendous lift from live television – it’s the best job in the world. "However, the rigours of preparing for two live interview shows a week, and commuting from Hampshire to London for them, are considerable." The father of four continued: "I want to reduce my commitment while I’m still ahead as an old broadcaster, rather than an ancient one.
"Thankfully the timing is mine; I just want to spend more of it with my family, my horses, and the charities that have meant so much to me over the years. "It’s been a privilege to complete my regular broadcasting career with a sparky start-up like GB News that’s challenging the traditional moulds I’ve known for so long.
"It’s kept me on my toes, taught me new tricks, but above all GB News has liberated me. "I’ve had the freedom to cover the stories I’m passionate about, interview the people I want, and offer my
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ITV newsreader and BBC Radio Wales presenter Nicola Heywood-Thomas has passed away, it has been announced. The 67 year old's death was announced on Thursday evening by her former colleague and news anchor Jonathan Hill, who shared the sad news on ITV's Wales at Six. Jonathan announced: "I am afraid we have some very sad news to share with you.
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Cameron Diaz is having a Tom Brady moment. The actress may go back into retirement after her Netflix action-comedy Back in Action. Diaz retired in 2018 and came out of retirement in 2022 for the Jamie Foxx film.A source told DailyMail, she’s ready to enjoy her time as a mother.
A Stirling couple who are retiring as foster carers after 28 years are encouraging others to offer safe, nurturing homes to children and young people.
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Sky Sports shocked fans as they decided to axe fan favourite show, Soccer AM, after a staggering 28 years on the air. Since 1995, Soccer AM has aired on a Saturday morning during the football season. Sky Sports announced on Wednesday that the current season would be its last, leaving just 10 episodes before the show leaves the air once and for all.
Vera star Kenny Doughty has announced he is leaving hit ITV drama Vera after eight years. The actor, who plays DS Aiden Healy, has left fans gutted with the news as he released a statement in which he paid tribute to his co-star Brenda Blethyn, who plays Vera Stanhope.
Charley Webb has been showered with support and stories after she revealed her mum's diagnosis on Mother's Day. The former Emmerdale star took to Instagram on Sunday (March 19) and shared a photo with her mum taken on her wedding day.
Coronation Street fans have been left delighted as two legends of the ITV soap reunited 20 years after they were last seen on-screen together. And the sweet reunion also left loyal viewers of the long-running show make a demand.
Former Coronation Street star Craig Gazey was unrecognisable as he appeared on TV again this week - 12 years after his soap stint. Craig, 41, debuted on the popular soap in 2008 as Graeme Proctor, David Platt's former cellmate in prison. And having been seen on TV sparingly in the past few years, fans were shocked as they saw the actor in another ITV drama called The Bay.Throughout his time on the popular soap, he made his mark in Weatherfield after stealing David's girlfriend Tina McIntyre, who was played by Michelle Keegan, leaving the former friends falling out.