Matt Baker becomes new 'One Show' host

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Matt Baker has been chosen as Jason Manford's replacement to host The One Show.



According to The People, the Strictly Come Dancing star and Countryfile presenter, who stood in for Manford for three editions of the BBC One programme last week, beat Chris Hollins and Matt Allwright to the coveted position.

A BBC source said: “Matt’s been a big hit with the viewers. He deserved the big break.”

Baker has subsequently resigned from his Countryfile job, and will be unveiled as Alex Jones's co-host next week. Chris Evans will retain his role as host on the show's Friday editions.