Alison Hammond is ‘in final talks’ with ITV bosses to front Paul O’Grady’s hit show For the Love of Dogs.
The This Morning presenter has been tipped to take over from the late O’Grady, who died last April. The ITV hit show, which first aired in 2012, follows the comings and goings at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home.
A source told The Mirror: “Paul is obviously irreplaceable but they believe that not only does Alison bring some of Paul’s trademark self-deprecating humour to proceedings, but that she can also make it her own, just as Paul did.”
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At the moment Alison has her hands full presenting This Morning as well as her new role as co-presenter on The Great British Bake Off alongside Noel Fielding.
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Despite her busy schedule, Alison is still believed to be the top candidate for the role. The source added: “Alison would be a great signing… and as her ever-expanding portfolio of shows demonstrates, capable of putting her hand to anything.”
The 11th series of the show aired after Paul’s death in March aged 67. He often spoke of his love for the programme and the centre. Paul said in 2012: “Hand on heart, this has been one of the nicest jobs I’ve ever had.
“Battersea is a magical place. People think it’s all doom and gloom but it’s not, it’s such a happy place. I’ve had a ball. It’s such an enriching place to work.”
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