Alison Hammond's For the Love of Dogs future 'uncertain' as ITV bosses 'disappointed'
11.05.2024 - 13:07
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
ITV bosses are reportedly unhappy with Alison Hammond's performance as the host of For The Love of Dogs and are considering replacing her.
Alison, 49, took over the role from the beloved late Paul O'Grady this series. Sources claim that the team behind the show are disappointed with her work as host.
As reported by the Mirror, sources say that the casting has not worked as they hoped and staff Battersea Dogs Home have been told that Alison's future in the role is uncertain. As a result of her performance, ITV executives are having discussions about the future of Hammond on the show after just one series.
A source said: "Everyone was very excited when Alison was confirmed to replace Paul. She had very big shoes to fill, but it was felt that with her warmth and bubbly personality. Unfortunately the casting has not worked out how the team behind the show hoped - and it has turned out to be a bit of a misfit."
"ITV are very disappointed because it's such a well-loved programme, and of course Alison is an ITV favourite too. But unfortunately sometimes in spite of everyone's best efforts, things just don't work out. Conversations are now ongoing about her future on the show within ITV and that has been communicated to Battersea. They are of course very passionate about the show, and want it to go on as long as possible."
For the Love of Dogs, which first hit Tv screens in 2012, captured the nation's heart as it followed national treasure and dog enthusiast Paul O'Grady through the doors of Battersea to meet the dogs longing for a forever home. The show quickly became a ratings sensation and scooped the National Television Awards for Most Popular Factual Entertainment Programme in both 2019 and 2023.
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