Good Morning Britain presenter Martin Lewis had fans emotional as he confirmed he’ll be taking a long break from the ITV show.
The star, founder of Money Saving Expert, both co-hosts alongside Susanna Reid and hosts ‘Money Mondays’ to give viewers advice during the cost of living crisis.
However, the star this week confirmed a lengthy break – announcing he won’t be back in the hosting seat for several months.
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Sitting alongside Kate Garraway on Wednesday (December 14), Martin, 50, confirmed viewers won’t be seeing him for a while – leaving them emotional.
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He said: “This is my last programme before Christmas. I won’t be back until March because I’ve got my show coming on in the New Year.
“Can I just wish everybody a very Merry Christmas, a very Happy New Year, and, especially after a Million Minutes, to those of you who will be going through grief and loneliness this Christmas, may you have more smiles than you are expecting, may you have more joy than you’re expecting.”
Continuing with his poignant message, Martin added: “And if not, I just hope you get through it and you get through it easily.”
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He later confirmed on Twitter: “That’s it for me on this year, and prob last time presenting until March (as my shows back in Jan). I hope you found it useful or interesting.”
Martin’s fans at home weren’t the only ones getting a bit teary, as his co-star Kate turned to him and took one of his hands.
She was emotional as she told Martin: “Can I just say, thank you to you. You’ve really helped a lot of people this year as you always do and we wish you a Merry Christmas as well as I’m sure Lorraine [Kelly] does too.”
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Fans at home quickly took to social media to react to Martin’s exit confession, with one telling him: “The only reason I ever watch @GMB is when Martin Lewis co-presents. See you again in March then!”
Another said: “I think you’re a national treasure Martin – have a lovely Christmas break.”
While a third fan chimed in:” Thank you for everything you do, I hope you’re able to have a lovely break over the festive season!”
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