Alison Hammond has confirmed a new presenting role on Channel 4's 'Your Song', after revealing she turned down offers to appear on Strictly Come Dancing and Celebrity Traitors due to a busy schedule.
The 51-year-old This Morning star will host the show alongside Eurovision's Sam Ryder and pop star Paloma Faith. The programme, from the creators of The Piano, features contestants performing songs that hold personal meaning, with the winner headlining a gig at London's Hackney Empire.
Hammond told The Sun that the show is 'authentic' and 'not exploitative', filmed as live with no retakes. Sam Ryder added that he would not participate in any show with 'meanness for meanness' sake', emphasising the importance of 'human value' in talent competitions.
Earlier this week, Hammond told Radio Times that while Strictly would be 'perfect' for her, she cannot commit due to other commitments. 'What would I drop, to do Strictly?' she asked, also ruling out Celebrity Traitors due to scheduling clashes.
'Your Song' premieres this Sunday at 9pm on Channel 4.
