‘He hasn’t aged at all!’ Andi Peters leaves viewers speechless with his youthful looks as he celebrates turning 50 by returning to the GMB studio for the first time in 138 days
Andi Peters surprised fans on Wednesday morning as he celebrated his 50th birthday after returning to ITV studios for the first time in 138 days.
The presenter, whose TV career began in the 1980s, was given a warm welcome from Good Morning Britain co-hosts Ben Shephard and Charlotte Hawkins following his return to the daily breakfast show.
Referencing the milestone, he said: ’50, can you believe it? It’s unreal. Little me, 50-years old! It’s been 138 days since I’ve been in the studio, which seems mad because it is my home. It’s quite nice to be back!’
Unbelievable: Andi Peters surprised fans on Wednesday morning as he celebrated his 50th birthday after returning to ITV studios for the first time in 138 days
Viewers also had a hard time believing it, with many claiming the youthful star – who has worked remotely during Britain’s lockdown – didn’t look a day over 30.
Taking to Twitter, one astonished fan commented: ‘WOW 50! Never! Happy 50th Birthday! Been making me chuckle since the broom cupboard! Welcome to the club! Keep doing what you do! Stay safe and well in these crazy time!’
While a second added: ‘He seriously looks no more than 30 at the most .. incredible!!’
Here he comes: The presenter was given a warm welcome from Good Morning Britain co-hosts Ben Shephard and Charlotte Hawkins following his return to the daily breakfast show
Stunned: Many fans claimed the youthful star – who has worked remotely during Britain’s lockdown – didn’t look a day over 30
Can’t believe it: Viewers aired their thoughts on social media platform Twitter after Andi admitted he was 50-years old
Evidently in agreement, a third wrote: ‘Yep he looks about 30 lol must be the cream he uses @andipeters what cream you using.’ [sic]
Praising the presenter’s wrinkle free complexion, another added: Happy birthday Andi Peters, 50 years young. You look marvellous. Continue using the olive oil.’
While a fifth remarked: ‘Andy Peters!! 50? That’s madness. He hasn’t aged at all.’
Where did the time go? ’50, can you believe it? It’s unreal. Little me, 50-years old! It’s been 138 days since I’ve been in the studio, which seems mad because it is my home. It’s quite nice to be back!’ he told viewers
50 years young: There was universal praise for the presenter as fans congratulated him on Twitter
The presenter cut his teeth in children’s TV, beginning with an appearance in the BBC’s iconic Broom Cupboard in 1989.
He would go on to enjoy a successful career throughout the 1990s and 2000s, with mainstream presenting roles on Saturday morning kids show Live & Kicking, Top of the Pops and Channel 4 reality show Shipwrecked.
In honour of his decades spanning career, Andi was also treated to a series of pre-recorded video messages from his celebrity friends, among them Piers Morgan, Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.
Early days: The presenter cut his teeth in children’s TV, beginning with an appearance in the BBC’s iconic Broom Cupboard in 1989 (pictured, with Edd the Duck)
Adding to the tributes, Good Morning Britain regular Kate Garraway said: ‘He’s an absolute legend. We love you to bits Andi. Happy, happy birthday.’
Chris Moyles added: ‘Andi, have a lovely day. All the best and see you soon.’
Wishing the presenter all the best while filming on a tropical beach, Lisa Snowdon said: ‘Happy birthday to the king of the comps! Love you Andi.’
Old times: Andi enjoyed a three year spell as presenter of Saturday morning children’s show Live & Kicking alongside Emma Forbes and John Barrowman