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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Hannah Roberts and Casey Cooper-Fiske

Gary Lineker overcomes BBC controversy to win best TV presenter award

Gary Lineker
  • Gary Lineker won the TV presenter prize at the National Television Awards, ending Ant and Dec's 23-year winning streak.
  • His victory followed his early departure from Match of the Day in May due to a social media post controversy.
  • Lineker stated his win demonstrated it is acceptable to use one's platform to speak for those without a voice, and he dismissed claims of being 'cancelled'.
  • Other notable winners included Michael McIntyre for the Bruce Forsyth entertainment gong and Clarkson's Farm for best factual entertainment.
  • Call The Midwife, EastEnders' Steve McFadden, I'm a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, and This Morning also secured awards at the ceremony.

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Gary Lineker breaks Ant and Dec’s 23-year streak by winning best TV presenter at NTAs

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