viewers claimed to ‘switch off’ the show as they were left ‘cringing’ at the TV hosts anniversary special. The Scottish presenter, 64, celebrated her 40 year TV career with a surprise episode that she had ‘no idea’ about.
Moments before her self-titled chat show, Lorraine joined and Ed Balls on Good Morning Britain and confessed she’s utterly in the dark about what to expect as she admitted that the programme has been ‘hijacked’ by two very special women.
Later on, fellow co-stars Christine Lampard and Ranvir Singh took on hosting duties and surprised Lorraine with a special show that featured a string of special guests making a surprise appearance to congratulate her on the milestone as well as various throwback clips of the star.
Lorraine was joined by her younger brother Graham, who appeared on the screen behind her in the studio. The moment left the presenter flabbergasted because he doesn’t normally participate in TV appearances. The TV personality gasped and chuckled, as she confessed: “I was horrid to him.”
Elsewhere, emotions were at an all time high as co-star Ross King fought back tears as he looked back at his memories with Lorriane.
Lorraine Kelly celebrated her 40 year TV career (Image: ITV)
A clip was shown of his first time on the programme, almost 20 years ago as he joked: “Wow, that was nearly 20 pounds ago for me! One of us hasn’t changed and it is not me!
Reflecting on that time in his life, The LA based entertainment correspondent told Lorraine that as he was doing TV in America but was made to feel welcome by her.
However viewers watching at home were not keen on the anniversary coverage as they went straight to social media to share their reaction.
One viewer said: “It’s not even 10am yet and I’m watching lorraine kelly sing padam padam dressed as an owl. what’s the world come to.”
Another viewer fumed:”What is this rubbish? How is this show still going #lorraine I am cringing SO much #Lorraine.”
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Lorraine Kelly: 40 Unforgettable Years” scheduled to broadcast tonight (at 9pm. (Image: BAFTA via Getty Images)
A third fumed: “Plz make it stop. My God this is getting switched off this morning. Can morning live hurry up so I can turn over.”
A fourth commented: “What the hell is this !!!! Is it national #Lorraine day, I can’t watch this.
Worse episode of “this is your life” ever! #Lorraine.” However some viewers were living the show as one added: “Happy 40 years on TV Lorraine Kelly! Here’s to many more.”
Despite her long-standing career, this year has been particularly notable for Lorraine, having received a special accolade at the 2024 BAFTA TV Awards, released her debut novel, and embraced the new role of grandmother.
ITV audiences will gain a glimpse into her 40-year tenure on television through the documentary “Lorraine Kelly: 40 Unforgettable Years” scheduled to broadcast tonight (October 2) at 9pm.