Lorraine Kelly has left her fans emotional after revealing that she will be taking a seven-week hiatus from Lorraine, the beloved morning show she has hosted for years. The 66-year-old Scottish TV presenter shared a heartfelt update on Instagram, thanking her 591k followers for their ongoing support during a challenging period of health and major changes to the show’s schedule.
A Heartfelt Message to Fans 💬
Taking to Instagram on Monday, Lorraine reassured her fans about her health, admitting she’s “feeling a whole lot better” after battling what she described as a “bad lurgy.” She appeared makeup-free but in good spirits, telling her followers, “If you’re going through it yourself, you have my sympathy. It’s a tough one, but I am getting there.”
Lorraine clarified that her extended break was not due to her health struggles but rather due to recent changes to the show’s scheduling. “We now do 30 weeks a year,” Lorraine explained. “I will miss you, but I’ll be back soon. Thanks so much for sticking with me through all the changes. It means the world to me.”
Shocking ITV Schedule Shake-Up 📰
On March 6, fans were stunned when it was announced that Lorraine and Loose Women would be pulled off-air for several weeks as part of an ITV schedule shake-up. The change followed the extension of Good Morning Britain, which now airs from 6 AM to 10 AM, pushing Lorraine and Loose Women off the weekday lineup.
Christine Lampard, who has been standing in for Lorraine during her absence, addressed viewers, saying: “That’s all for today, Lorraine will be back in a few weeks’ time. Have a lovely weekend, we’ll see you soon!”
Fans Rally Behind Lorraine 🫶
As Lorraine takes her break, fans have flooded social media with messages of support, expressing their concern for the presenter while wishing her a speedy recovery. Many viewers have also shared how much they will miss her presence on the show and are looking forward to her return.
Lorraine’s time off, while filled with challenges, is sure to give her the space she needs to rest and recover. Fans will eagerly await her return, knowing she’ll be back stronger than ever!
