The One Show viewers noticed a different lineup on Wednesday evening as Alex Jones was absent from her usual hosting role. Co-hosts Angellica Bell and JB Gill stepped in to explain where the Welsh presenter was.
Why Alex Jones Was Missing
Angellica Bell announced: "If you're wondering where Alex is tonight, she's at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition before it opens to the public next Tuesday." She added that the show had previously revealed successful artists selected for the exhibition, and they were invited to a special launch party.
The broadcast then cut to footage of Alex Jones inside Burlington House, where the exhibition was held. She expressed her excitement, saying: "It's one of my favourite nights of the year. Oh my goodness, there is so much to see here." She highlighted that they had been following artists all week hoping to get their work displayed.
An Emotional Moment for Artist Vincent
Alex spoke with Vincent, an artist who had been submitting his work for 22 years. He became emotional when he finally saw his artwork on the wall. Alex noted: "Tonight, after 22 years of submitting, Vincent will finally see his on one of these walls, it's going to be quite an emotional moment."
She also hinted at celebrity guests in attendance, saying: "Also, you should see the guest list! There are celebrities everywhere here, and I might just get one for a chat later."
Other Show Updates
During the programme, Nikki Fox informed viewers that Watchdog would be taking a break until September. She said: "We're having a little break now. Going to have a little lie down and a bacon roll! But we are going to be back very soon with plenty more investigations from me, Matt and our new team members!"
Angellica Bell reassured fans that the Watchdog segment would return in September. The One Show airs weeknights on BBC One at 7pm.
