Matthew Wright quits Channel 5 show The Wright Stuff
The presenter said it was time to try new things.
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Matthew Wright is leaving his role as host of The Wright Stuff after almost 18 years.
The presenter of the Channel 5 morning show said it was time to try new projects.
Channel 5 director of programmes Ben Frow said: “We would like to thank Matthew for his passion, hard work and enthusiasm over the last 18 years and for making the show what it is today.
“He will be sorely missed and we wish him all the very best for the future.”
In 2011, Wright sparked controversy with comments about the death of a teenager which caused “considerable offence” to viewers.
His remarks prompted 2,358 complaints to Ofcom from viewers of the broadcast.
