A social media account tracking Lorraine Kelly’s attendance on her show has been discontinued after Kelly described it as ‘hurtful’.
A social media account that tracked the attendance of television presenter Lorraine Kelly on her ITV show has been discontinued following her comments about the account being “hurtful.” The account, known as LorraineKWatch, had accumulated a following of over 25,000 users and provided daily updates regarding Kelly’s appearances on her show, Lorraine.
The account featured light-hearted commentary, asking “Where is Lorraine?” and included stats indicating the percentage of shows she had presented, which was reported to be 68.1 per cent at the time of its closure. When Kelly did host the show, the account would post congratulatory messages, while also highlighting her multiple appearances on other broadcasts, such as BBC Radio.
Kelly addressed the account publicly for the first time, expressing her discomfort over it. In an interview with The Guardian, she stated, “It’s really hurtful actually. It really is. I’ve not spoken about it before. I’m a grafter and I work really hard and I’ve had to take Fridays off for the past year. I just thought it was weird to care so much.” She further explained that her decision to work four days a week was initially because of her mother’s illness and that she hoped to pursue other interests, such as writing, as she nears the later stages of her career. “Mate, I’ve been doing this for 40 years, working my a**e off,” Kelly added.
Following her comments, the LorraineKWatch account uploaded a statement on social media, which has since reached over 2.5 million views. The post stated, “I have always said that if Lorraine or her team reached out and asked me to stop this account then I would.” The account operator acknowledged that while they had not had direct contact with Kelly, her recent statements indicated that the joke had become obsolete and it was time to discontinue the account. They also issued an apology, saying, “There was never any intention of hurting Lorraine’s feelings and I am sorry if I have done so. Goodbye my Lorrainvirstines.”
Fans of the account expressed their disappointment over its closure in various comments, with some referring to it as “always more fun than malicious.” Others shared a meme featuring Towie star Gemma Collins, suggesting a light-hearted take on the controversy. The shutdown of the account reflects the broader implications of social media interactions and their personal impact on public figures.
Source: Noah Wire Services
- https://www.gbnews.com/celebrity/lorraine-kelly-social-media-account-hurtful-sad – This article corroborates Lorraine Kelly’s feelings about the social media account tracking her absences, describing it as ‘really hurtful.’ It also mentions her initial reasons for reducing her schedule and her career aspirations.
- https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/lorraine-kelly-social-media-b2712055.html – This article confirms the closure of the LorraineKWatch account following Kelly’s comments and provides details about the account’s content, including its light-hearted commentary and attendance statistics.
- https://www.tiktok.com/@dailymailuk/video/7409996905113079072 – This TikTok video discusses Lorraine Kelly’s show and her attendance record, aligning with the information provided by the LorraineKWatch account.
- https://www.noahwire.com – This source is mentioned as the original provider of the information about Lorraine Kelly and the LorraineKWatch account.
- https://www.theguardian.com – This is the publication where Lorraine Kelly expressed her feelings about the social media account in an interview, though the specific article link is not provided.
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Freshness check
Score:
8
Notes:
The narrative appears to be recent, as it discusses a current event involving Lorraine Kelly and a social media account. However, without specific dates or recent updates, it’s difficult to confirm absolute freshness.
Quotes check
Score:
9
Notes:
Quotes from Lorraine Kelly are attributed to an interview with The Guardian, which suggests they are original or at least sourced from a reputable publication. However, the earliest online reference for these specific quotes could not be verified.
Source reliability
Score:
9
Notes:
The narrative originates from The Independent, a well-known and generally reliable publication. This suggests a high level of credibility and trustworthiness in the information presented.
Plausability check
Score:
8
Notes:
The claims about Lorraine Kelly and the social media account are plausible, given the context of celebrity interactions with social media. However, some details, like the account’s following and view count, could not be independently verified.
Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): PASS
Confidence (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH): HIGH
Summary:
The narrative appears to be recent and well-sourced, with quotes attributed to a reputable interview. The source is reliable, and the claims are generally plausible. While some specifics could not be verified, the overall credibility of the narrative is strong.
