BBC Antiques Roadshow viewers in hysterics over 200-year-old 'muff chain'

The popular BBC show Antiques Roadshow has been a hit since it first aired in 1979, with fans tuning in each week to see the valuations of various items brought in by guests. Over the years, there have been many memorable moments, and in one episode BBC expert Eric Knowles found himself captivated by a guest's extraordinary teaspoon set. Clearly enamoured even before opening the box, Eric's anticipation was palpable as he began to reveal the treasure within.

BBC Antiques Roadshow viewers were left gobsmacked when a couple 'stormed off' after hearing the valuation of their beloved item, as told by host Fiona Bruce.

A couple appearing on Antiques Roadshow once "dumped" their item and "stormed off" after being left disappointed by the experts' valuation. Host Fiona Bruce recalled the awkward moment during an appearance on ITV's Celebrity Catchphrase. Fiona, 59, has hosted Antiques Roadshow since 2008 and has certainly seen some memorable moments over the years.The popular BBC show began in 1979, with guests bringing in various items to be valued by a team of experts.

One of the Antiques Roadshow experts was left not wanting to value an 'awful' item as he was left 'sad' by its shocking history. Sunday night’s episode (March 31) saw Ronnie Archer-Morgan decline to give a valuation to one of the guest’s items after admitting it was ‘one of the most difficult things’ he had ever spoken about on the show.

BBC Antiques Roadshow expert Theo Burrell has faced a difficult few years after being diagnosed with cancer in 2022. Theo, 36, was left devastated at the news which came just one year after the birth of her son Jonah.

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BBC News star Robin Brant has revealed that he's leaving the channel after 20 years as a correspondent.The broadcaster took to social media to share the sad news. Writing on X, formerly known as Twitter, he said: "NEWS ABOUT ME: I’m moving on from @BBCNews.This weekend will be my last, after 20+ years on the staff.

A BBC Antiques Roadshow guest was in disagreement following the valuation of a remarkable bronze sculpture. The unique item had been carved by the woman's mother in the 1900s.

An Antiques Roadshow guest was left 'shaking' in disbelief after a wine glass she bought for just 50p turned out to be 300 years old and worth a fortune. In the latest instalment of the BBC show, members of the public attended the Eden Project, with one woman bringing along a glass her father had given her. She explained to expert Andy McConnell: “It belongs to my father, he saw it on a bric-a-brac stall, they wanted 10p, my father liked it so gave him 50p." But further investigation revealed that the glass was actually incredibly rare, with Andy sharing its origins.

Fiona Bruce has had an impressive career with the BBC. Starting as a researcher for Panorama, the 59 year old has since presented popular shows like Crimewatch, Question Time, Fake Or Fortune, Antiques Roadshow and the news bulletins. In 2023, Fiona was listed as the sixth highest paid stars at the BBC, earning between £395,000 and £399,999 a year.This had fallen from 2021/2022 when she was paid between £410,000 and £414,999 and 2020/2021 when she was paid between £405,000 and £409,999.

BBC Breakfast fans have slammed the extensive coverage of Kate Middleton's cancer diagnosis on the show after the Princess of Wales asked for privacy following her shock announcement.

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Antiques Roadshow has seen some incredible items valued by its history boffins since the show began in 1979. Some guests have even stormed off air. From artifacts that have been passed down through generations to lost objects discovered in attics and car boot sales, the BBC programme fronted by Fiona Bruce – who was delighted when the Duchess of Cornwall appeared on the show – has seen it all.

BBC Breakfast viewers were not impressed with the show's travel segment on Saturday, 16 March. The programme, hosted by Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt, showed an "extraordinary image" of no traffic on the M25 today. A five-mile stretch of the motorway between Junctions 10 and 11 in Surrey is closed this weekend.The closure started at 9pm yesterday and will last until 6am on Monday.

Amanda Holden has cried to her friend Alan Carr about her daughters growing up and leaving home.The Britain's Got Talent judge and radio presenter got emotional as she talked about the prospects of Alexa, 18, and Hollie, 12, flying the nest.The 53-year-old told her friend and co-host Alan Carr on their show Amanda and Alan's Italian Job the thought of it is "terrible." The mum, who shared two girls with her husband Chris Hughes, said: "When your children, when they leave home, you only spend a year of your life with them ever again. "They say you have 18 summers and then you're lucky to see them." Alan said: "oh dear" as Amanda began to tear up.

Amanda Holden has shared a piece of advice with her fans and followers as she was seen breaking down in tears over her teenage daughter. The Britain's Got Talent judge was seen crying to her celebrity pal Alan Carr about her daughters growing up and leaving home.

The BBC's Comic Relief fundraising event left some viewers with questions over the number of hosts on at the same time.The show marked Lenny Henry's final hosting gig, after announcing earlier this year that he would step away from this role he held for 39 years. On stage, he was joined by Davina McCall, Joel Dommett, Paddy McGuinness, Rosie Ramsey, Romesh Ranganathan, Maya Jama and David Tennant. Viewers' attention shifted from the action on stage to the quantity of hosts; as the hosts themselves poked fun at this at the beginning of the evening.

Comic Relief viewers claimed they 'couldn't keep up' with an influx of presenters during Friday night's Red Nose Day broadcast (Friday March 15).

seven years after the kids created a viral video moment while Kelly was being interviewed on the BBC.“BBC Dad content. Today is the 7th anniversary of the BBC Dad blooper,” Kelly wrote Sunday in a post on X (formerly Twitter).

Sunday night’s 2024 Oscars, angry viewers at home ripped the R.I.P segment online.The ABC broadcast, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, made it challenging to see the names and faces of deceased stars in the emotional In Memoriam, put dancers in front of the screen and frequently showed Italian singers Andrea Bocelli and son Matteo Bocelli instead of the dead.“The direction of this In Memoriam is shocking,” wrote user @LoganKenny1 on X, formerly known as Twitter. “The entire image should be the people who’ve died, not the dancers and the stage.