Helen Skelton lands new role in surprising career change and says 'I'm thrilled'
19.10.2023 - 16:33
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Helen Skelton has landed a brand new role in somewhat of a career change - and she's 'thrilled'. The Countryfile and On The Farm star is currently on the promotion trail for her new book, In My Stride. But while she's already a busy woman, her next role has been revealed.
Helen, 40, is gearing up to debut in a fan favourite among the kids, Fireman Sam, as the brand-new farming character Annie Morris. The beloved kids TV show returns is returning for a new series, with a whopping 26 all-new episodes this Saturday (October 21) on Cartoonito.
The former Strictly Come Dancing finalist's character will be a key member and, with her new character comes a whole new farm. Mum-of-three Helen has revealed her children are huge fans of the cartoon and admitted it feels like an honour to be a part of the brand-new series.
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Helen, who quit her BBC5 Live gig earlier this year, said: "I'm thrilled to be a part of the Fireman Sam family and lend my voice to the spirited character of Farmer Annie Morris. This series is packed with adventures and important life lessons for kids, and I can't wait for everyone to see it."
The news of the TV star, who is a proud mum to children Ernie, eight, Louis, five, and 19-month-old daughter Elsie, comes after she opened up about her marriage split as she recalled a question she was asked by her Strictly Come Dancing partner Gorka Marquez.
Helen and her rugby player announced in April last year (2022) that they were "no longer a couple". Helen, who tied the knot with Richie in 2013, penned on