Now having read the news today that Anne Robinson is to take over as the host of Countdown when Nick Hewer departs, I can't help but think that Colin Murray was robbed.
I mean, I've no idea what she'll be like, and can only draw on her previous performances on shows like The Weakest Link, or Watchdog, or Point of View (now that's a long while back), and I guess the producers must have seen something about her that fits, but...
...when we've had Colin Murray sitting in, oh so briefly, for Nick he's been absolutely brilliant. He slotted in perfectly, and his rapport with Susie, Rachel, the guests, and the contestants just seemed so natural, and he felt at home on the show. His approach varied from previous hosts as he liked to show off a little when he got a longer word than the contestants, or got the numbers round when they didn't sometimes (not often; Rachel remains the boss at this!). He was just a natural host for the show.
But they've not gone for him. Maybe he was unavailable to take over permanently? Who knows...?
Still, I'll give Anne a go; you never know, I might end up completely surprised by her and realise that, yes, they made the right decision. Got to at least give her a chance...
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