Rachel Riley denied that she and Anne Robinson were in a fight.
Anne Dent, who is 77 years old, appears to be at odds with Rachel (maths wizard), and Susie Dent (lexicographer), respectively. This has led to an uneasy atmosphere since Anne took over the host role.
Rachel, however, has stated that all rumors have been dispelled and said that “tensions” in the studio were fabricated. However, she does admit that the show is a ‘different vibe’ from Anne’s arrival.
There is nothing to report. Rachel Riley shut down any claims that she was in a fight with Anne Robinson, Countdown host.
Rachel said about Nick Hewer’s successor: “It is true that Anne Robinson’s arrival has given this show a slightly new vibe. She admits that she enjoys giving contestants some bruising.
‘If some guy is trying to be a comedian, she soon puts him in his place – but I think Anne has softened her ‘Queen of Mean’ image since she took over from Nick Hewer.’
Rachel, however, insisted that she had not altered her style to accommodate former Weakest Links star.
Anne was in charge. She said that she had asked her to tell Anne if they were going to make me less “naughty”. I’m sorry, this is me. You will get exactly what you see.
Changes: However, Rachel has now played down reports and states that ‘tensions in the studio’ have been made up, though she admits the show has ‘a different vibe’ since Anne arrived
It was previously reported that tensions on the set of previously soothing Channel 4 quiz show were said to have reached such heights since acerbic Anne arrived that Rachel was considering leaving.
She has made it very clear, however that she is the last remaining woman.
Rachel noted that it will be her “13th year” and commented that Carol Vorderman’s 26-year show record was something she had been boasting about.
While she acknowledged that she didn’t “remember that,” she added, “Why wouldn’t you want to beat that?”‘.
Staying the same: However, despite noting that rift rumours don’t add up, Rachel insisted that she hadn’t changed her style to accommodate the former Weakest Link star
She stated that Countdown is a prestigious job and said she wants to be there forever.
The beauty recently gave birth to her second daughter Noa, with former Strictly star husband Pasha Kovalev, and Rachel shared her excitement at returning to the show from maternity leave in January.
She shared how she really looks forward to going back to the studio with a live audience, and that they were ‘part the family’.
Rachel described how her oldest daughter Maven arrived at her home, and an audience member knitted her toys. Rachel joked about it being like Maven having “hundreds” of grandmas.
This is after Salford staff from Media City studios claim Anne’s “rather grand” ways have led to tension between them and the camera.
Determination: Rachel, 35, has, however, made it clear that she will be the last woman standing (Anne Robinson pictured on Countdown)
According to reports, The Countdown’s host was at odds with Rachel, a maths grad, and Susie Dent (lexicographer), 56. Since she assumed the role, there was an unpleasant atmosphere.
In a recent interview, Rachel Johnson, a journalist and sister to the Prime Minister was nothing but kind towards her former colleagues at The Weakest Link.
Anne answered directly when asked about her feud with Nick Hewer, the Channel 4 host of the game show, saying: “They’re both brilliant. Both actually. It amazes me how amazing she is. [Rachel]It takes seconds to add and subtract.
Anne said that she hoped to be described as awkward, difficult, tricky, impatient and menopausal during our chat. Anne answered a question about being bitchy by saying, “Not particularly difficult to please.”
During a Lorraine episode, Rachel broke her silence about the Countdown feud’ and talked to Lorraine about being a mother.
Rachel said: ‘This will be my 13th year — and I’ve apparently been telling everyone that I want to beat Carol Vorderman’s record of 26 years. Although I can’t recall saying it, I believe I did. But why would I not want to beat it?” (Carol is pictured in 2008 with Des Lynam)
“She gets some stuff out contestants. Sometimes it’s humorous, sometimes it is barbed.
After becoming annoyed by Rachel’s talk, Anne had previously turned off Rachel’s microphone in October.
The Sun reported that Anne was fed up listening to Rachel chat to contestants prior to going on air. She also became tired of being constantly on her phone and turning up at the last moment.
Rachel then said that crew had told her she didn’t like being silenced in the aftermath of the incident.
It’s awkward: Rachel broke her silence during a Lorraine episode.
According to a source, the publication was told by a person that there is no relationship. Anne is known for being averse to noise and inefficient time-keeping. She can tolerate both.
Anne also suffers from tinnitus. She cannot tolerate excessive noise. Rachel is loud with her huge heels and big personality. Anne used to listen to Rachel chat with contestants prior to every show.
“She was unable to do her job correctly, nor bond with the contestants to encourage relaxation, prior to the cameras starting rolling.
“The tension was palpable.” Anne finds it all hilarious.
Channel 4, Anne and Rachel representatives were reached for comment.
Oh dear: It has been reported that The Countdown host is at loggerheads with maths grad Rachel and lexicographer Susie Dent, 56, with an uncomfortable atmosphere’ erupting since she took on the role