Ally’s huge family loss: Allison Langdon breaks down in tears over death of loved one after leaving Today show and starring in A Current Affair
Allison Langdon broke down in tears on Monday’s Today show as she spoke about her late stepfather Mike Willesee and his upcoming move on A Current Affair.
The TV presenter, 43, told co-host Karl Stefanovic that hosting ACA would be an emotional experience as Mike held the same position for 17 years.
“It’s a pretty special thing for the family if I’m being honest,” a tearful ally admitted.
Allison Langdon (pictured) was reduced to tears on Monday’s Today show as she discussed her late stepfather Mike Willesee and his upcoming move on A Current Affair
Ally said her husband Mike Willesee Jr. was thrilled to see her step into the shoes of his late father.
“It’s something special for Mike. It surprised me, how much emotion he had around it,’ she said.
She tearfully admitted that her exciting news would have been even better if Mike Sr. was alive to share it.
The TV presenter told co-host Sarah Abo that hosting ACA would be an emotional experience as Mike held the same position for 17 years.
Ally said “the idea that it would be nice if he had been here” weighed on her mind.
On Sunday, Allison was officially announced as the new host of A Current Affair.
The Today show star will step into the coveted role of news stalwart this New Year, following the departure of longtime host Tracy Grimshaw in September.
‘It’s a pretty special thing for the family if I’m being honest,’ a tearful ally admitted
On Sunday, Channel Nine shared the news on A Current Affair’s official Instagram account, praising Allison as one of Australia’s “most fearless and respected journalists”.
“In 2023, Ally Langdon will take over as host president of A Current Affair following the retirement of longtime host Tracy Grimshaw,” the announcement read.
“One of Australia’s most fearless and respected journalists, Ally has built her career on trust, empathy and a commitment to journalistic excellence. She will begin airing on Monday 30 January 2023. Welcome to Team Ally!’
Mike Willesee Sr. (pictured) hosted A Current Affair for seventeen years
Ally has been married to Mike Willesee Jr. (right) since 2008
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