Viewers React as Lorraine Kelly Temporarily Replaced on ITV Show, Pleading ‘Stop This Madness’
Lorraine Kelly’s latest stand-in host has sparked a flurry of reactions from ITV viewers. On Friday, August 16, Andi Peters, the well-known competition host from ITV’s daytime lineup, took over hosting duties for the popular morning show Lorraine while Kelly enjoyed her summer break.
Fans tuning in were greeted by the ever-cheerful Andi, who temporarily replaced the beloved Scottish presenter. Alongside Andi, a rotating roster of guest hosts, including Ranvir Singh, Joel Dommett, and Christine Lampard, has been filling in during Lorraine’s absence.
However, it didn’t take long for viewers to share their thoughts on social media regarding this latest hosting shake-up. One viewer expressed their surprise with a mix of humor and disbelief, tweeting: “Andi flaming Peters presenting #Lorraine?! Stop this madness at ONCE! @ITV @Ofcom.” Another viewer, less enthused by the change, commented, “It’s got so desperate now that Andi Peters is taking over #Lorraine.”
But not all reactions were negative. Some viewers were delighted by Andi’s unexpected appearance, with one fan declaring, “Andi Peters plot twist!!!” Another simply enjoyed the surprise, posting, “Ohhh nice to see Andi Peters.”
Ranvir Singh, fresh off her impressive run on Strictly Come Dancing, has had a busy week, hosting Lorraine throughout the week and also stepping into the early morning slot on Good Morning Britain alongside Adil Ray, according to the Daily Record.
This week’s Lorraine has seen a variety of guest hosts keeping the show on track, ensuring viewers get their daily dose of entertainment no matter who’s sitting in the presenter’s chair. On Tuesday, Trisha Goddard joined Richard Madeley on GMB, stepping in for Kate Garraway, while Andi Peters was also on GMB to announce a competition where viewers could win £90,000.
Meanwhile, Lorraine Kelly recently made headlines for attending her daughter Rosie Smith’s baby shower. Rosie, 30, who announced in April that she was expecting a baby girl with partner Steve White, shared heartwarming photos from the celebration on Instagram. Lorraine looked radiant in a stylish blue and white midi dress, paired with beige heels and a heart-shaped necklace, as she joined her daughter on the joyous occasion. As Lorraine takes some well-deserved time off, it’s clear that her show remains in good hands, even if the temporary changes keep viewers buzzing.