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Report: Armstrong to host 'Countdown'

Published Friday, Oct 17 2008, 19:37 BST | By Sarah Rollo
Report: Armstrong to host 'Countdown'

Rex Features

Comedian and actor Alexander Armstrong has apparently agreed to become the new host of Countdown.

According to The Mirror, the star has verbally accepted the job and will take over from Des O'Connor in the New Year.

A source said: "Alexander was delighted to be offered the job and can’t wait to get started.

"He is a big fan of the show and wants to make his mark on it. The hope is he will bring in a whole new audience to the much-loved show."

Sky Sports presenter Jeff Stelling had been linked to the role, but reportedly pulled out of negotiations earlier this week.

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