Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? to end after 15 years ITV has confirmed that the long-running quiz is to draw to a close, to coincide with Chris Tarrant stepping down as host. Its been a huge part of my life for 15 years and Ive loved every minute of it, but it is time for me to move on from Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Tarrant said in a statement. Its been the most remarkable journey and I consider myself very fortunate to have been associated with Millionaire from its inception. ITV have been fantastic in their support from day one and to see its huge success has been thrilling. The presenter added that Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? had touched a nerve with the UK public when it launched in 1998. In recent years, the series has returned for a number of celebrity specials, with Sir Paul McCartney, George Michael, Sir Alex Ferguson and Simon Cowell all taking to the hot-seat. But of course so much more rewarding for all of us has been, not just the celebrities or even the million-pound winners, but all of the ordinary men and women whose lives have been changed - sometimes forever - by being on the show, Tarrant continued. Thank you all for sitting opposite me. I am privileged to have been a part of it, but do now feel that it is time for me to call it a day. Originally launched in the UK, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? is the most internationally popular television franchise of all time, having aired versions in more than 100 countries worldwide.
Posted on: Tue, 22 Oct 2013 18:38:35 +0000
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