Carol Vorderman: "I've had the best year of my life"

Carol Vorderman has said that she's had the best year of her life.

The presenter has joined Loose Women, beaten Pippa Middleton to win 'Rear of the Year' and caught the eye of Robbie Williams in 2011.

"I've had the best year of my life," Vorderman told The Mirror. "I can honestly say that and, most of all, I would put belly laughing at the top of my highlights list. They always say that laughter is the best medicine.

"Next year, I hope there will be even more parties, lots of holidays and just having a good time, really. Plus ­wing-walking, air shows and learning to fly, as they are all things I want to do. I won't be restricted by age.

"I'm just happier than I have ever been in my life. Next year the Queen may have her Jubilee but, by hell, I'm going to party as much as she does."

Vorderman also revealed plans to go on a "hardcore detox diet" in January, during which she'll eat lots of fruit, vegetables and brown rice.