Des O’Connor Quits Countdown
Des O’Connor has quit as the host of Channel 4 Countdown and will leave at the end of the current series.
Des said he was leaving so he could return to “entertainment-based TV shows”.
“It’s been wonderful hosting a programme which is part of TV folklore,” the O’Connor told The Sun.
“I’ve made a lot of new friends. Carol Vorderman has been a joy… It’s been a giggle since day one.” Read more & comment »
