Anne Robinson becomes the FIRST female presenter in Countdown’s 39 year history

Anne Robinson becomes the FIRST female presenter in Countdown’s 39 year history after being unveiled as new host of the long-running show

Anne Robinson has been confirmed as the first female presenter of Countdown after being named as the outgoing Nick Hewer’s replacement. 

The no-nonsense TV personality, best known for her former role on The Weakest Link, will take over from Hewer later this year. 

Confirmation of her appointment on the Channel 4 staple was made on Monday morning’s edition of daily chat show Steph’s Packed Lunch. 

New appointment: Anne Robinson has been confirmed as the first female presenter of Countdown after being named as the outgoing Nick Hewer’s replacement