Lorraine Kelly’s Mysterious Absence Sparks Fan Speculation and Calls for a New Host
Lorraine Kelly’s absence from her first show of the year has sparked chatter among fans, with the Scottish presenter missing from Monday’s broadcast. Instead, Ranvir Singh, 47, stepped in to host, drawing both praise and speculation from viewers.
The 65-year-old presenter has been off air over the festive season, with others like This Morning stars Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard also taking breaks. However, many fans were caught off guard, expecting Lorraine to kick off 2025 herself, reported by the Express.
Taking to social media, some viewers expressed their disappointment. One wrote on X, “Starting the new year off with 0%. What a strong start, Lorraine.” Another quipped, “Might as well call the show ‘occasionally featuring Lorraine’ at this stage.”
Others turned their attention to Ranvir Singh, who frequently steps in as a replacement. Praising her hosting, some fans called for Ranvir to become a permanent presenter.
“Let’s keep Ranvir at number one!” one viewer declared. Another wrote, “Ranvir is coming for the #Lorraine show this year; she’s determined to beat Christine for silver.”
Ranvir’s strong start to the year had fans joking about her taking over the show entirely. “Ranvir has hosted 100% of episodes this year. Go Ranvir,” a fan joked.
Lorraine’s absence also comes amid personal reflections about her future. In a recent interview with The People’s Friend Special, the ITV star shared her plans to eventually move back to Scotland.
“Rosie and I were talking about it the other day, and we think we’ll eventually all end up coming back to Scotland,” Lorraine said, referencing her daughter. “I miss Dundee a lot. Rosie loved it there and still does.”
Lorraine has often spoken about her connection to Scotland, particularly Orkney, where she and her family have close ties. The prospect of a move has added fuel to speculation about her long-term plans as she approaches the later stages of her career.
For now, fans remain divided over Lorraine’s continued absences, with some celebrating Ranvir’s contributions and others longing for the return of the iconic host. Whether Lorraine’s future plans affect her hosting duties remains to be seen, but one thing is certain—Ranvir Singh has made her mark on the show’s start to 2025.