Alison Hammond lands huge new TV role away from ITV after This Morning success
Alison Hammond is making waves in the TV world as she takes on a brand new role with the BBC, following her success on ITV's This Morning and Channel 4's The Great British Bake Off. It has also been announced that she will replace the late Paul O’Grady as the host of ITV’s For The Love Of Dogs.
The bubbly presenter is now set to switch it up with a move to the BBC for an exciting new series where she'll be spending 48 hours with various celebrities.
Called Alison Hammond's Big Weekend, the six-part show promises to be a riot of fun, offering a peek into the lives of well-known stars, peppered with plenty of giggles and jaw-dropping moments.
The TV favourite expressed her enthusiasm, saying: "I'm so excited to serve up some big lols (laugh out louds) and tons of omg (oh my god) revelations on the BBC as I spend some quality time with some of the UK's favourite celebrities."
She cheekily warned: "When I'm on a mission no secret is safe, and trust me no stone or cupboard will go unturned", reports the Mirror.
Alison, who first captured our hearts on Big Brother, is known for her Friday co-hosting slot on This Morning alongside Dermot O'Leary. She regular interviews celebrities on the hit ITV show – her chat with Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford in 2017 when they were promoting the film Blade Runner 2049 went viral. Mum-of-one Alison brought the A-listers to hysterics by discussing knitting and knocking back whisky.
Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment at the BBC, said: “Alison is one of the most warm-hearted presenters in the UK and it’s no surprise that big name celebrities are lining up to have her spend the weekend at their homes. It’s going to be a blast.”
Mel Balac, creative director for entertainment at BBC Studios, added: “Alison is the perfect woman for the job.
“She wears her heart on her sleeve and her incredible openness, energy and warmth will shed new light on the celebrities she spends the weekend with. When Alison comes knocking it’s a special appointment you won’t want to miss.”
Fans will have to wait a bit longer to find out which celebrities will be opening their doors to Alison, as the guests will be revealed at a later date.
As well as this exciting new show, Alison is also taking over from the late Paul O'Grady on For The Love of Dogs.
Alison Hammond’s Big Weekend will arrive on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in 2025.
