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2009 | 2008 | 2000
13 articles from 2009
Vorderman 'outraged' over 'Countdown'
9 June 2009 9:24 PM, PDT | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news
Carol Vorderman is "outraged" after Countdown chiefs admitted that the show's presenters are given tips through earpieces, it has been claimed. Producers recently confirmed that Dictionary Corner experts wear the devices in order to be fed answers to the Channel 4 programme's word puzzles. Vorderman is now said to be concerned that fans could question her mathematical skills as a result of the revelation. A source close to the star told The Mirror: "Carol is outraged people might think she wore an earpiece and was told answers through it. "Carol never wore an earpiece at all when she did the show and she fears she might get tarred by this. All her answers were all her own - she really is that clever!" Vorderman (more)
By Daniel Kilkelly
Vorderman to share 'Countdown' secrets
2 April 2009 9:44 PM, PDT | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news
Carol Vorderman has decided to "bite the bullet" by writing a tell-all autobiography. The memoirs will span the 48-year-old's career from starting out as a working mum and the first woman to appear on Channel 4 to the end of her 27 years at Countdown. The Mirror reports that the presenter's memoirs will be published by the end of this year. Vorderman said: "I've never considered writing my autobiography before, probably because, by the yardstick of today, I am a very private person. "But from the moment the publishers (more)
By Sarah Rollo
Vorderman quits firm amid property slump
15 March 2009 9:12 AM, PDT | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news
Carol Vorderman has reportedly disassociated herself from the property firm she fronted after it was forced to start winding down. The former Countdown mathematician and her agent attended a crunch meeting with executives at Carol Vorderman Overseas Homes last week, says the Mail on Sunday. A representative for the firm insisted that it remained profitable, although it admitted that no new sales will be taken on under its current name and its website is due to be shut down "within (more)
By Sarah Rollo
Mone reveals 'Apprentice' terror
10 March 2009 11:54 PM, PDT | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news
Michelle Mone has admitted that she felt "terrified" after signing up to take part in Comic Relief Does The Apprentice. The lingerie tycoon was recruited for the BBC One reality show after making frequent appearances on spinoff You're Fired! in recent years. Speaking to Take 5 magazine, Mone confirmed: "[It was] incredibly nerve-wracking. I was working with four huge TV stars - Carol Vorderman, Fiona Phillips, Ruby Wax and Patsy Palmer - and I was terrified of how we'd all get along. "On the real Apprentice, contestants are all (more)
By Daniel Kilkelly
Palmer 'threw table' in 'Apprentice' filming
8 March 2009 4:22 AM, PDT | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news
EastEnders star Patsy Palmer threw over a table in anger as she took part in a celebrity edition of The Apprentice, according to a report. The actress, who plays Bianca Jackson on the BBC One soap, is said to have "flipped" during a fiery bust-up with fellow contestant Carol Vorderman. The People claims that the incident will be watered down in the show's final cut - because producers want the Comic Relief special to be "light-hearted". A source (more)
By Daniel Kilkelly
Vorderman to lead Tory maths inquiry
2 February 2009 1:46 PM, PST | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news
Carol Vorderman is to helm a Conservative inquiry into the teaching of maths in Britain's schools. The former Countdown presenter told the BBC that although she is not a member of any political party, she wants to "give something back". Tory leader David Cameron has asked the 48-year-old to look at maths methods that children use at school, compare them with methods taught abroad and examine whether tests have got easier. "Having left Countdown I wanted to do something (more)
By Sarah Rollo
Riley embarrassed by 'Countdown' mistakes
27 January 2009 11:54 PM, PST | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news
Countdown newcomer Rachel Riley has admitted that she feels like an "idiot" after making mistakes in her first days of filming. The 22-year-old Oxford graduate took over as the Channel 4 gameshow's numbers and letters girl in December following the departure of Carol Vorderman. Reports later revealed that Riley had found some number puzzles difficult to solve when she filmed her first episodes. "I did struggle with some of the sums, but when you're flying through them you're not going to get them all," Riley told Celebs On Sunday magazine. "Afterwards you look (more)
By Daniel Kilkelly
Vorderman fan 'drenches Channel 4 boss'
24 January 2009 1:48 AM, PST | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news
The Channel 4 chief who was accused of forcing Carol Vorderman out of her Countdown job has fallen victim to a revenge attack, according to a report. The Daily Mail claims that Helen Warner was at a broadcasting awards ceremony on Wednesday night when a man approached her, threw an ice bucket over her head, and announced: "This is for f****** over Carol". Vorderman quit the Channel 4 gameshow in July last year, claiming that she had been told to take a 90% pay cut or stand down from the programme. Reports later alleged that Warner, Channel 4's Head of Daytime, had warned Vorderman: "Countdown easily survived without Richard Whiteley. (more)
By Daniel Kilkelly
Ratings rise with new 'Countdown' pair
22 January 2009 8:24 AM, PST | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news
Countdown has seen its viewership increase since the departure of Carol Vorderman and Des O'Connor, reports The Mirror. Ratings for the Channel 4 quiz show, now fronted by Sky Sports presenter Jeff Stelling and newcomer Rachel Riley, have risen by 11% after the new series debuted ten days ago. The first show attracted an audience of 1.3 million and has averaged 1.1 million in subsequent episodes, putting it above 2008's figures. "We are delighted," a Channel 4 spokesman said. "Jeff and Rachel make a fantastic team." A show insider acknowledged (more)
By Simon Reynolds
Vorderman names new home Sloblock?
6 January 2009 9:40 AM, PST | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news
Carol Vorderman has reportedly named her new home Sloblock Hall in reference to a running gag on Countdown. According to The Sun, the former quiz show star is applying for permission from her council to use the name, which is an anagram of b****cks. Sloblock originated from a sketch on A Bit Of Fry & Laurie which spoofed Countdown's letters game by randomly pulling out the lewd anagram. Afterwards, hosts Richard Whiteley and Vorderman regularly joked (more)
By Alex Fletcher
Stelling praises 'Countdown' co-host Riley
5 January 2009 11:26 AM, PST | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news
New Countdown presenter Jeff Stelling has praised co-host Rachel Riley, describing her as "drop-dead gorgeous". Speaking to the Radio Times, Sky Sport's Soccer Saturday host voiced his admiration for Riley, who takes over from Carol Vorderman as the Channel 4 gameshow's numbers and letters girl on January 12. He said: "She's drop-dead gorgeous, and clever with it. She's 22, blonde, beautiful, an Oxford maths graduate, very confident - she'll be a big, big hit." Stelling downplayed (more)
By Simon Reynolds
Stelling praises 'Countdown' host Riley
5 January 2009 11:26 AM, PST | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news
New Countdown presenter Jeff Stelling has praised co-host Rachel Riley, describing her as "drop-dead gorgeous". Speaking to the Radio Times, Sky Sport's Soccer Saturday host voiced his admiration for Riley, who takes over from Carol Vorderman as the Channel 4 gameshow's numbers and letters girl on January 12. He said: "She's drop-dead gorgeous, and clever with it. She's 22, blonde, beautiful, an Oxford maths graduate, very confident - she'll be a big, big hit." Stelling downplayed (more)
By Simon Reynolds
Riley defends 'Countdown' performance
4 January 2009 3:24 AM, PST | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news
Countdown newcomer Rachel Riley has defended her performance on the show following criticism of her ability to handle the pressure. The 22-year-old replaced Carol Vorderman as the Channel 4 gameshow's numbers and letters girl in November, but insiders have claimed that she is struggling to match her predecessor's skills. Riley reportedly failed to solve "five or six" number puzzles during one day of filming, leading to speculation that she was intimidated by the studio audience. However, speaking to the Sunday Mirror, she insisted: "Luckily, I've been able to do most of them. But it's (more)
By Daniel Kilkelly
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