Rav Wilding Hosts BBC Morning Live Amid Gethin Jones’ Absence

Rav Wilding Hosts BBC Morning Live Amid Gethin Jones’ Absence

Helen Skelton told viewers why Gethin Jones was missing from Morning Live on Monday. Rav Wilding joined her in the studio. Rav Wilding stepped in on BBC Morning Live amid Gethin Jones’ absence.

On-air explanation

At the start of the show, hosts checked in with their contributors. They celebrated Dr Kas completing the Manchester Marathon and said they would catch up with him later.

Helen explained Gethin had left the studio for a different role. He is appearing on the upcoming Celebrity Apprentice series.

Gethin’s new role on Celebrity Apprentice

Producers revealed a promotional image showing Gethin beside Lord Alan Sugar. Love Island winner Toni Laites also appeared in the picture.

Both Helen and Rav joked about his appearance in the publicity shot. Rav added he would avoid crossing swords with Gladiator star Sheli McCoy in the boardroom.

Line-up and format

Twelve celebrities will compete across six episodes. Each week they will tackle business challenges.

The winning team can secure a £100,000 charity donation. Lord Alan Sugar warned the celebrities they would not get an easy ride.

  • Gethin Jones
  • Toni Laites
  • Sheli McCoy (Sabre)
  • Alexandra Burke
  • Danny Miller
  • Jordan Banjo
  • Kay Burley
  • Maddie Grace Jepson
  • Max Balegde
  • DJ Spoony
  • Richie Anderson
  • Laura Smyth

Boardroom changes

The traditional boardroom will move to a London City skyscraper for deliberations. The new backdrop aims to give the series a fresh visual tone.

Public reaction and viewing

Fans reacted quickly on social media. Many have already picked favourites among the contestants.

Morning Live remains available on BBC iPlayer. Filmogaz.com will update readers when further details about The Celebrity Apprentice are released.