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Ross stood down from his regular presenting role following the fallout from the Andrew Sachs Radio 2 phone prank row.
"Angus is simply one of the best," said controller of ITV music and events Guy Freeman.
"We always hoped that he would agree to take on the challenge of hosting one of TV's toughest gigs, and now we're thrilled that he has."
Deayton's TV credits include One Foot In The Grave, Nighty Night, Have I Got News For You and Hell's Kitchen.
The 19th British Comedy Awards air live on ITV on December 6.
Tube Talk
'Friday Night Lights': Why watch?Tube Talk explains why you should watch Sky's new show Friday Night Lights.
TV Interviews
'The Bachelor' Blakeley Shea - interviewModel was sent home following a two-on-one date with Ben and Rachel.
Reality Bites
Does Simon Cowell have new SuBo?: VideoWatch a clip of Jonathan Antoine, who is tipped for success on BGT.
TV Ratings
'Dancing on Ice' slips to record lowITV1's Dancing on Ice is dented by BBC One's Call The Midwife and Countryfile.
