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Amy Irons Fulfils Childhood Dream Hosting Hogmanay
2 Jan
Summary
- Amy Irons hosted BBC Scotland's Hogmanay show for the second time.
- A video showed young Amy presenting her own childhood show.
- She followed in the footsteps of Jackie Bird and Susan Calman.
TV and radio star Amy Irons has concluded her second consecutive year hosting BBC Scotland's Hogmanay show. The 34-year-old shared a heartwarming video of herself as a child, presenting her own imaginary Hogmanay show with a microphone for her family. This personal clip, juxtaposed with footage of her current BBC hosting duties, highlights a dream decades in the making. Irons' journey follows a significant legacy, succeeding notable presenters such as Jackie Bird, who hosted for two decades, and comedians Susan Calman and DJ Edith Bowman.
Ms. Irons, who typically presents Reporting Scotland: News at Seven, expressed the significance of the Hogmanay broadcast. She mentioned her numerous memories of watching Jackie Bird on screen during New Year's Eve celebrations. The transition in hosts marks a new era for the long-standing Scottish tradition, with Irons now a familiar face ushering in the New Year for viewers across the country. Her personal connection to the event underscores the emotional weight of this hosting role.
The program's history includes the long tenure of Jackie Bird, who last hosted in 2019, followed by a two-year stint by Susan Calman and then Edith Bowman. Amy Irons' successful second hosting of the show solidifies her prominent position in Scottish broadcasting. She is also known as the daughter of former footballer Davie Irons and is in a relationship with fireman Fraser Curran.
