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Rhod Gilbert replaced as Apprentice: You're Fired host by Tom Allen

The Apprentice's You're Fired will have its fifth new host for the next series as Rhod Gilbert is replaced by Tom Allen.

The spin-off show, which has been hosted by Adrian Chiles, Dara O Briain and Jack Dee in the past, will have a new face this Autumn.

Announcing the news this morning on the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show, Tom said that he was "excited and humbled" to be joining the show.

Viewers may recognise Tom from Bake Off: The Professionals and his frequent appearances on Mock The Week.

As with previous series of You're Fired, it will air after The Apprentice on BBC Two at 10pm and will feature an interview with the fired candidate or candidates.

Comedian Tom Allen will be replacing Rhod on the BBC Two spin-off (PA)

Other comedians and industry professionals also often appear on the sofa to give their insight into the often catastrophic tasks.

Tom, who is a big fan of the show, said: "I’m excited and humbled to be joining this wonderful, much loved show as host. I’m looking forward to analysing, satirising and, dare I say, celebrating the many ‘interesting’ choices the candidates make during their Apprentice journey whilst gaining valuable insight into the business world."

Previous host Rhod Gilbert has said that he has decided to step down after three years because he will be back on tour again.

He said: "I'm back on the road after a seven year break, and with such a busy stand-up touring schedule, it's time to hand over the reins of You’re Fired to someone else.

"The brilliant Tom Allen is going to smash it. In a good way.”

Meanwhile Kate Phillips, Controller Entertainment Commissioning at the BBC, said: "I’d like to thank Rhod for his fantastic three years in the hot seat, but the show will be in very safe hands as Tom will bring audiences at home and in the studio his own unique take on the weekly tasks and what happens in the Apprentice boardroom."

*The Apprentice and The Apprentice: You're Fired return this Autumn on BBC One

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