In a surprising turn of events, Ben Shephard replaced Lorraine Kelly on her ITV show today due to a last-minute change. This instance occurred at the conclusion of Good Morning Britain, where hosts Kate Garraway and Paul Brand announced what to expect on Lorraine’s program. Instead of Lorraine, viewers were met with Shephard, causing fans to speculate about Kelly’s sudden absence.
Lorraine Kelly’s Health Concerns
Shephard humorously noted that Lorraine was “looking a bit rough this morning.” During the show, he explained that Kelly had lost her voice entirely, making it impossible for her to host. Earlier in the week, she had been experiencing a sore throat, which worsened significantly.
- Key Points:
- Lorraine Kelly was replaced by Ben Shephard
- Last-minute hosting change on ITV’s Lorraine
- Kelly’s health impacted her ability to present
Details from the Show
Shephard mentioned, “If you’ve been watching this week, Lorraine’s voice has been getting very bad. It finally collapsed last night.” He humorously added that her husband Steve was likely happy about her inability to speak during that time.
Later in the episode, he reassured the audience that Lorraine was not well and passed on best wishes for her recovery. “Everyone here is sending their love, Lorraine, wishing you a speedy recovery,” he stated.
Previous Episode Insights
In a previous episode of the program, Kelly acknowledged her struggling voice while chatting with Susanna Reid. Reid suggested she consult Dr. Amir Khan for assistance, to which Kelly replied, “It’s terrible… It sounds awful.”
Despite her challenges, Kelly expressed gratitude for Dr. Amir’s ginger tea during the broadcast and mentioned she was feeling somewhat better. Lorraine airs weekday mornings on ITV, maintaining its relevance in daytime television.
