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Scottish Sun
4 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Greatest Hits Radio hosts announce shock exit after 10 years – for new RIVAL station
Read on for all the details on their new show OVER AND OUT Greatest Hits Radio hosts announce shock exit after 10 years – for new RIVAL station Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TWO Greatest Hits Radio hosts have revealed they are stepping down from their roles to join the team at a new rival station. Ewen Cameron and Cat Harvey have been stalwart presenters on the radio network for ten years. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Ewen Cameron and Cat Harvey have revealed they are leaving Greatest Hits Radio Credit: STV 4 The duo are now set to host the morning show on STV's new radio station Credit: STV 4 The new radio studio is being built inside the STV offices in Glasgow Credit: Alamy And listeners across Scotland have loved tuning into their weekday morning show from 6am and shared laughs with them. Together they have played the biggest songs of the 70s, 80s and 90s as early morning rises listened in for chances to win life-changing amounts of cash. But now the duo has announced that they are leaving Greatest Hits Radio to join STV's brand new radio station. The award-winning broadcasters will be the first voices that listeners hear on the brand new station as they host the channel's breakfast show together. As well as their morning duties, the presenters will each host their own shows at different times. Ewen will be the frontman of a dedicated weekend sports programme. The opportunity to launch a brand new radio station for Scotland with such a big name as STV was too good and too exciting to turn down Ewen Cameron While Cat will host a weekend round-up covering all the best bits from the week's breakfast shows. At the moment, the studio for the station is currently being constructed inside the STV headquarters in Glasgow. More details about STV's new radio station are expected to be released in the coming months, with its official name and full presenting line-up still under wraps. However, it has been revealed that it will be a mainstream music station aimed at those between 35 and 54 years of age. Fans gutted as popular BBC star leaves radio show - but teases new project And listeners can expect to find it on DAB and online. Speaking of their decision to move on from Greatest Hits Radio, Cat said joining the new STV station was an opportunity that she and Ewen "just couldn't say no" to. She told STV News: 'It's been an honour working alongside radio legends Ken Bruce and Simon Mayo on Greatest Hits Radio. "But when we were offered the chance to help shape and be part of a brand new commercial station for Scotland with STV, such an iconic brand, we just couldn't say no. We may have a new home in STV, but we'll bring our usual blend of fun and nonsense and hope to persuade some of our celebrity pals to pop in for a laugh Cat Harvey 'I'm so excited to be in with the bricks and to be given such a big say in the entire creative process. "We're planning to create fresh, fun, inclusive, entertaining radio with plenty of interaction with our listeners, which has always been my favourite part of radio. 'We may have a new home in STV, but we'll bring our usual blend of fun and nonsense and hope to persuade some of our celebrity pals to pop in for a laugh and a tune every now and then as well. 'We've worked with programme director David Treasurer and Graham Bryce before and know how amazing their knowledge of radio is. "We're assembling quite a squad, and I'm looking forward to the many adventures ahead.' Ewen added: 'We loved our time at Greatest Hits Radio and it will be very sad to say cheerio to our friends and colleagues at Bauer. "But the opportunity to launch a brand new radio station for Scotland with such a big name as STV was too good and too exciting to turn down.' 'Exciting times ahead' FANS have been quick to flock to social media to share their delight at the news of the new breakfast show. While many listeners have said they will miss tuning in to hear to duo on Greatest Hits Radio, they are looking forward to hearing the new STV morning show. Taking to Facebook, one person said: "Great start STV Radio. Well done attracting two of Scotland's most talented breakfast presenters... you could be on a winner! Look forward to more news soon." Another added: "Absolutely love them, they make me laugh every day, I will be moving to STV with them". Someone else wrote: "Well, I'll be listening to a new radio station soon, then". While a fourth posted: "Would love to be there for their opening show. I've always been a huge supporter of Ewen and Cat's whilst being a radio DJ myself. Exciting times ahead indeed!" And a fifth chimed in: "One of the best breakfast shows on Greatest Hits Radio. It will be a great loss for them, but a clever move by STV as I guess most of their listeners will move with them". Graham Bryce, Managing Director of Audio at STV, said: 'We're beyond thrilled that Ewen and Cat will host the breakfast show on Scotland's newest national radio station. "The station is going to be fresh, full of laughs and fun and this duo will certainly help us deliver that. "I've worked with them both over the years and their connection with the audience is unique. 'We're also delighted to confirm that we'll have a special sports show on-air every weekend with Ewen at the helm, bringing his wealth of knowledge and passion for football to the airwaves. "Ewen's perspective as a true fan resonates with listeners, even when he occasionally goes off on one of his legendary rants.'
Scottish Sun
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Celebrity Catchphrase contestant misses out on £50k jackpot over tricky animation – but could you have got it right?
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A CELEBRITY Catchphrase contestant narrowly missed out on winning the £50k jackpot - could you have got it right? Hosted by Stephen Mulhern, three famous faces "say what they see" in a bid to win large sums for charity. 4 Stephen Mulhern hosts Celebrity Catchphrase Credit: STV 4 Viewers watched as Stephen K. Amos reached the final round Credit: ITV 4 The comedian faced a tricky catchphrase for the jackpot Credit: ITV Viewers watched as Stephen K. Amos tackled the show's Super Catchphrase. The comedian worked his way up a pyramid to play for the show's top prize. Stephen answered the first few with ease - but wasn't quite as lucky on the £50k catchphrase. It appeared to be someone who was running alongside a clock or watch. Although Stephen's guesses included "time travel" and "running with time", he failed to find the correct answer. Despite the setback, he still won £25,000 for his charity as well as helping increase the amount won by his competitors. Host Stephen Mulhern said afterwards: "Well I tell you what, there's a turn up for the books. "Honestly, that was fantastic. That was amazing play." To which Stephen K. Amos replied: "Thank you. I'm glad we could help my friends as well." It was at this point that the elusive £50k answer was finally revealed. Rob Brydon appears on a celebrity edition of Catchphrase Stephen Mulhern admitted: "I thought you were going to say it at one point. It's running like clockwork." He continued: "Think of that no longer, because you are taking away the £4,900 that you won earlier on. "Now, that £25,000, taking your total prize money for your charity to £29,900." Stephen K. Amos triumphed over Corrie legend Beverley Callard and presenter Kirsty Gallacher in the earlier rounds. His efforts in the Super Catchphrase meant he also doubled their winnings, so Beverley now received £3,800 for her charity. Meanwhile, Kirsty's doubled amount went up to £6,800 for her cause. The episode originally aired in 2022 - although ITV2 viewers have now seen the outcome play out again. Earlier this year, it was revealed Celebrity Catchphrase had been renewed for an 11th series - before series 10 even aired. ITV commissioner Gemma John-Lewis said: "We're delighted to announce a further series of the much loved family favourite, Celebrity Catchphrase. Stephen Mulhern's career so far The presenter is a mainstay on various ITV shows, but how did he become one of Britain's most well-known faces? Stephen first gained an interest in magic and tricks from his father who taught him as a kid. After performing at Butlins, he became the youngest member of the Magic Circle and even made an appearance on Blue Peter in a piece about Harry Houdini. His career started in Children's TV when he presenter the show Finger Tips in 2001. After four years, he launched Tricky TV on CITV in 2005, which he presented until 2010. During this time, he was handpicked by bosses to front the ITV2 spin-off for Britain's Got Talent. He presented Britain's Got More Talent until the cancelation of the companion in 2019. But it's not all bad news for Stephen who is known for his duties on a number of quiz shows. In for a Penny, a format originally launched on Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway was launched the same year. Before, he was chosen by bosses to host Catchphrase in 2013 and has been fronting the show ever since. Other huge shows he presented for ITV included Big Star's Little Star, Rolling In It and the reboot of Deal Or No Deal. He also made regular appearances on This Morning in 'The Hub' segment between 2011 and 2014. After the Philip Schofield scandal rocked ITV, he was chosen to reunite with his former CITV co-star Holly Willoughby as the host of Dancing on Ice. "The only show where you say what you see, the hugely popular series continues to win legions of fans and with Stephen's infectious and playful humour it's a firm favourite with our viewers." Gary Chippington, Executive Producer and Creative Director of STV Studios Entertainment, added: "It's testament to Catchphrase's fantastic format and universal appeal that it's still one of the UK's most-loved entertainment shows, four decades after ITV first commissioned it. "The incomparable Stephen Mulhern is a huge part of the show's success, and we're looking forward to getting back in the studio with him and a great line-up of stars later this year for what promises to be another brilliant series of Celebrity Catchphrase." Celebrity Catchphrase airs on ITV1 and ITVX.
