Carol Vorderman Quits 'Loose Women', Amid Reports Show Boss Has 'Sacked Director In Bid To Boost Low Ratings' | HuffPost

Carol Quits 'Loose Women'

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Carol Vorderman has announced that she is stepping down as anchor of ‘Loose Women’, amid reports that the lunch-time show has axed its director.

Carol has been a part of ‘Loose Women’ for three years now, but has revealed that she is quitting so that she can focus on other projects, which includes her plan to fly solo around the world for charity.

Carol Vorderman

The TV presenter told the Mirror that she is now too busy to commit to the daily show, explaining: “In the first two years on ‘Loose’ I did over 100 days a year but in the last year I have only managed just over 20 days because I kept having to cancel days due to other work commitments.

“I tried appearing just once a week up until Christmas and I just couldn’t do it.

“I like to do things properly and it’s unfair to commit to something half-heartedly so I said to myself ‘It’s make you mind up time Vorderman’ and made my decision.”

The former ‘Countdown’ presenter did say that although her time on ‘Loose Women’ was over, she wouldn’t be disappearing from screens completely, saying: “I have a couple of big announcements in the next month, including more TV, so then it will all makes sense.”

Carol is the latest in a long line of stars to leave the series, with Lisa Maxwell revealing earlier this year that she was quitting because filming didn’t feel “as fun” anymore.

Carol at the head of the 'Loose Women' panel

Meanwhile, Carol isn’t the only person saying goodbye to ‘Loose Women’, as it’s also been reported that show boss Martin Frizell has axed long-running director Jo Johns in a bid to breathe some new life into the programme, with the show continuing to be hit by low ratings.

As part of the shake-up, it’s thought that panelists Sherrie Hewson and Jamelia could be facing the chop when ‘Loose Women’ returns to screens after its annual summer break this year.

However, his decisions haven’t been met with a warm response, with a show insider telling The Mirror: “There is outrage Jo was sacked and in the way it was executed.

"Martin is blaming everyone but himself for the show going down the pan . Nobody has a clue what they’re doing since he took over.”

Who Should Join 'Loose Women'...?

Joanna Lumley(01 of12)

In character as Patsy Stone from 'Absolutely Fabulous' the whole time if at all possible. (credit:Getty Images)

Kerry Katona(02 of12)

Frankly, Great Britain needs Kerry Katona back on our TV screens, and 'Loose Women' would be a perfect platform for her. You can say what you want about Kerry, but she's lived a life that's worth hearing about, and she's actually a good laugh as proved during the first series of 'The Big Reunion' as well as during her time on 'Celebrity Big Brother'. (credit:Getty Images)

Cheryl Fernandez-Versini(03 of12)

Divorce, serious illness, a very public sacking from the US 'X Factor' - Cheryl has overcome it all and always come out fighting, and more importantly smiling, which we think makes her a great candidate for 'Loose Women'.We'd love to see her Geordie charms lighting up the panel, and after putting up with Simon Cowell all this time she can obviously hold herself in an argument too. (credit:Getty Images)

Luisa Zissman(04 of12)

During her time in the 'Celebrity Big Brother' house Luisa proved that even though she knows how to have a good time, that she can more than hold her own in a debate on a variety of topics.She may only be 26, but Luisa has managed to cram a lot into her life, and could offer a young person's perspective on certain topics.Plus, we bet she's got some really good gossip about the likes of Dappy and Lee Ryan... (credit:Getty Images)

Susanna Reid(05 of12)

She's about to defect to ITV for 'Good Morning Britain', so we think Susanna should go the whole nine yards and join the panel on 'Loose Women'.After over a decade at 'BBC Breakfast', she's more than comfortable in a daytime TV setting, plus with everything going on in her personal life we think 'Loose Women' would be a great chance for her to vent. (credit:Getty Images)

Miss Piggy(06 of12)

If 'Loose Women' producers are hoping to bring in some glamour, then they need look no further than Miss Piggy. Feisty, opinionated and headstrong we think she'd give even Janet Street-Porter a run for her money. (credit:Getty Images)

Gemma Collins(07 of12)

Never lost for words on 'TOWIE', she's been a shoulder to cry on for almost all of the cast members at one time or another, and her pearls of wisdom (and occasional rants) have made her a hit with viewers, who would no doubt love to see her appear on 'Loose Women'.Unfortunately for Gemma while she seems good at dishing out advice to others, she's not as good at following it herself... (credit:Getty Images)

Sharon Osbourne(08 of12)

She's helped make 'The Talk' - which seems a lot like a US version of 'Loose Women' if we're honest - into a ratings hit in America, and she's never been one to shy away from an argument or hold her tongue, so we think if 'Loose Women' bosses are looking for new talent they should sign Sharon up right away.Of course, they'd have to hide all glasses of water during a debate in case she threw it over one of the other women who disagreed with her, as is her usual tactic... (credit:Getty Images)

Helen Flanagan(09 of12)

If there's one thing Helen Flanagan is famous for it's her strong political convictions, and angry rants at the establishment on social media.Who could forget her strongly-worded open letter about solving third world debt? Or her articulate solution to ending world wars?'Loose Women' would give Helen a platform for her intelligent insights. Or she could just chat about Scott, her boobs and perhaps take a selfie or two live on air. (credit:Getty Images)

Victoria Beckham(10 of12)

Let's be honest, she's very well-dressed but Victoria Beckham isn't really known for her sense of humour is she? A stint on 'Loose Women' would let her show off her fun side, and also let us see a bit more of Victoria's opinions on the news of the day.Plus we bet she's got some great A-list gossip. She was, after all, in a band with Mel B. We hear her husband is famous as well, but we're not sure. (credit:Getty Images)

Katie Hopkins(11 of12)

Admittedly, no, Katie isn't exactly the most popular woman in the world.But we already know her opinions on everything from obesity to class to immigration to debt, so we might as well put her on the 'Loose Women' panel instead of letting her air her views on Twitter.And could you imagine the awkwardness if she had to interview Lily Allen? Or Kelly Osbourne? Or Gemma Collins? Or Justin Bieber? Or...*continues for several hours* (credit:Getty Images)

Lady Gaga(12 of12)

Now, perhaps as one of the biggest names in music 'Loose Women' might be a bit of a step down for Lady Gaga who is used to hanging out with the likes of Sir Elton John and Donatella Versace rather than Sherrie Hewson and Jamelia, but if she did join the panel it would be amazing.And could you imagine Gaga trying to come up with a different outfit every day, especially when up against fashion heavyweights like Janet Street-Porter and Coleen Nolan. (credit:Getty Images)

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