Lorraine Kelly account shuts down after 'hurtful' criticism

Lorraine Kelly has publicly addressed a parody social media account, @LorraineKWatch, which tracked her attendance on her ITV show, describing it as 'really hurtful'. The account, which gained over 25,000 followers, was created to humorously monitor how often she hosted her program, especially during her absences filled by other presenters. In a recent interview, Kelly shared that her reduced schedule was partly to care for her ill mother, stating she was 'a grafter' who has been in broadcasting for 40 years and now seeks more personal time. Following her comments, the account announced it would shut down, expressing regret for any hurt caused. The account had previously reported that she hosted only 59.7% of episodes last year, a figure that rose to 68.1% this year. Kelly's candid remarks highlight the personal impact of online scrutiny in the public eye.