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It’s been a big year for television with some key small screen landmarks, including presenters going solo while others said goodbye completely.
From Britain’s Eurovision entry being crashed by a stage invader to Kim Woodburn storming off a live Loose Women interview, there has been no shortage of drama in 2018.
Here are our top TV moments from the last 12 months…
Jess Shears and Dom Lever ‘marry’ on Good Morning Britain
To celebrate Valentine’s Day, the series 3 Love Islanders took a trip down the aisle in their swimwear to say “I Do”.
It later turned out that the “wedding” wasn’t actually official, since nobody had ordained entertainment reporter Richard Arnold, but the bizarre moment was one for the history books.
Iain Lee storms off The Wright Stuff
I’m A Celebrity star Iain Lee took umbrage when Matthew Wright addressed reports in the media about his marriage troubles.
Lee raged: “You’re talking about my private life. I’m so close to telling you to F-off and walk off this show right now.”
He vanished after the ad break.
Declan Donnelly presents Saturday Night Takeaway without Ant McPartlin
March 31 marked a huge moment in British television as Donnelly presented Saturday Night Takeaway solo after McPartlin stepped down from his TV commitments following an arrest, and subsequent charge, for drink-driving. Donnelly later hosted the Britain’s Got Talent live shows alone too. Lost Voice Guy, real name Lee Ridley, scooped the £250,000 prize and a spot on the Royal Variety Performance bill, becoming the first comic to do so.
SuRie shaken as invader jumps on stage at Eurovision
Great Britain’s dodgy Eurovision luck continued as we finished third from bottom on 48 points. But drama unfolded during her performance, in slot number nine, when a protestor stormed the stage and wrestled the microphone from her.
He was carted off stage by security before SuRie was offered the chance to perform again. She declined and later revealed she had been left with “bruises”.
Danny Dyer goes on an epic Brexit rant on Good Evening Britain
The EastEnders hardman joined Piers Morgan and Susanna Reid for a special evening edition of the flagship ITV show, airing just after England’s final group game against Belgium in the World Cup.
Incensed by Brexit, Dyer ranted: “This whole Brexit thing… who knows about Brexit? No-one’s got a f****** clue what Brexit is.
“You watch Question Time. No-one knows what it is! It’s like this mad riddle that no-one knows what it is.” Dyer for PM anyone?
Matthew Wright leaves The Wright Stuff
Matthew Wright left his self-titled show after 18 years with an emotional speech which saw him reduced to tears as he thanked the crew as well as paying tribute to his late friends Ben Ashworth and Kim Hodge.
Jack and Dani have blazing row after his ex-Ellie Jones enters
Dani Dyer and Jack Fincham captured the hearts of the nation with their Love Island romance which saw them crowned champions after coupling up on day one.
But the duo – and the nation – were thrown into turmoil when Fincham’s ex Jones turned up during the Casa Amor twist. After being shown footage of her entrance, Dyer was convinced Fincham would cheat on her. Her tearful meltdown sparked over 2,500 complaints to Ofcom.
Roxanne Pallett’s CBB accusations and ‘punchgate’
Pallett’s accusations that Thomas punched her created a controversy like no other in CBB history. The actress alleged she had been hurt and called for Thomas to be removed before seeking ‘safety’ away from the main house.
Days later, Pallett walked out of the Elstree compound of her own accord and broke down on live TV as she admitted she “got it very wrong” when it came to what had happened.
Emma Willis cries as Big Brother says goodbye
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Days before the civilian Big Brother kicked off in August, Channel 5 confirmed that it was axing the once-popular social experiment.
When the final day came in November, presenter Willis sobbed to the nation as fans and cast alike gathered to say goodbye to the series.
Kim Woodburn storms off Loose Women after row with Coleen Nolan
Fiery TV cleaner Kim Woodburn was invited on to the ITV lunchtime show to try patch up her feud with Coleen Nolan from their time on Celebrity Big Brother in January. But things went oh so wrong when an incensed Woodburn stormed off set after shouting at Nolan.
In the days that followed, Woodburn and viewer-led petitions called for Nolan to be sacked, while Nolan broke down on This Morning over the abuse she had received.
Bodyguard explosion
Jed Mercurio’s political thriller Bodyguard hit screens in August and a star series was born. Breaking records with just about every episode, the drama – led by Richard Madden and Keeley Hawes – had viewers up and down the country on edge with its twists and turns.
But by far the biggest shock of all came midway through the series when a bomb ripped through a conference, killing Julia. The moment changed the course of the drama, as it became about a search for the truth and uncovering corruption.
Seann Walsh and Katya Jones addressing kiss-gate on It Takes Two
Weeks into their Strictly Come Dancing journey, the infamous curse struck after Walsh and Jones were pictured kissing after a boozy night out in London.
The comedian, who was dumped by his girlfriend Rebecca Humphries, appeared on spin-off show It Takes Two to admit his “regret” over the kiss but insisted he “wasn’t the person he was being portrayed as” in the aftermath of the scandalous photos.
Jodie Whittaker kicks off new Doctor Who era
In a brand new Sunday night slot, Broadchurch actress Jodie Whittaker officially kicked off her reign as the Thirteenth Doctor in a brand new series, under the direction of Chris Chibnall.
Rahul Mandal wins The Great British Bake Off
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The research scientist was crowned king of the white tent after beating Kim-Joy and Ruby in the Bake Off Final, which featured an outdoor challenge for the first time in its history.
Rahul had something of an interesting journey to the final – impressing judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith throughout – but going from cute hero to annoying zero with the viewers over the course of the competition.
Holly Willoughby makes I’m A Celebrity debut
The This Morning host stepped into Ant McPartlin’s shoes for a three-week stint Down Under alongside Declan Donnelly.
Willoughby was a hit with viewers as they praised her presenting skills alongside her close friend, and fans found it especially funny when Willoughby cowered behind Donnelly for protection during Bushtucker Trials.
Cheryl makes TV comeback
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After a four year hiatus, Cheryl returned to screens with a bang to perform her brand new single Love Made Me Do It on The X Factor.
The performance attracted mixed reviews, to say the least, with criticism levelled at her sexualised dance moves. But it signalled that the former Girls Aloud star was well and truly back.
Dalton Harris wins X Factor
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The 24-year-old singer was left speechless when he beat Anthony Russell and Scarlett Lee in the final of the biggest singing competition on British screens.
Dalton, from Jamaica, was mentored by One Direction star Louis Tomlinson throughout the ITV competition.
Harry Redknapp wins I’m A Celebrity
The former football manager won hearts all over the country with his funny anecdotes and adorable relationship with wife of 51 years Sandra. And the 71-year-old added another accolade to his trophy cabinet when he was crowned King of the Jungle after a 23-day stint in the Australian jungle.
Stacey Dooley wins Strictly Come Dancing
A fan-favourite from early on, Dooley made BBC Three and journalists everywhere proud when she stormed to victory with five-time finalist Kevin Clifton.
Dooley beat YouTube star Joe Sugg, Steps lead Faye Tozer and Pussycat Doll Ashley Roberts to the glitterball just weeks before Christmas – and also flashed her knickers.
David Dimbleby leaves Question Time
The political presenting stalwart bid goodbye to Question Time after 25 years, leaving the chair in the capable hands of Fiona Bruce.
Dimbleby received a standing ovation from the panel and the audience as he thanked the “people who made Question Time possible” in his farewell speech.