EXCLUSIVE: Beaming Jane McDonald is welcomed to the Lowry Theater as the countdown begins to the British Soap Awards – after replacing Phillip Schofield as host
Jane McDonald was seen arriving at the Lowry Theater on Saturday morning ahead of hosting the British Soap Awards – where she will replace Phillip Schofield.
The singer, 60, had plenty to smile about as she was warmly welcomed at the entrance to the theater in Salford.
The TV presenter looked trendy in a white short-sleeved shirt and navy blue denim, which she paired with a pair of cozy trainers.
Jane wore her brown locks styled in a flawless hair dryer, as she was seen hugging other members of staff while being helped to carry a large silver luggage in photos obtained exclusively by MailOnline.
The songwriter looked radiant after recently being hailed as the ‘perfect choice’ to replace Phillip Schofield – following ITV’s axe.
Looking radiant: Jane McDonad was captured Saturday morning as she arrived at the Lowery Theater ahead of hosting the British Soap Awards – where she will replace Phillip Schofield
Warm welcome: The former singer, 60, looked radiant and had plenty to smile about as she was warmly welcomed at the entrance to the theater in Salford
Chic: The TV presenter looked trendy in a white short-sleeved shirt and navy blue denim, which she paired with a pair of cozy sneakers
She was announced as Phillip’s replacement on Thursday after he announced he was leaving ITV after confessing to a scandalous affair with a This Morning colleague.
Opera singer and cruise ship favorite Jane will perform later on Saturday to present the awards, which will be broadcast on ITV1 and ITVX on Tuesday at 8pm.