{"id":66905,"date":"2023-09-03T21:15:15","date_gmt":"2023-09-03T21:15:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hotcelebon.com\/?p=66905"},"modified":"2023-09-03T21:15:15","modified_gmt":"2023-09-03T21:15:15","slug":"stephen-mulhern-forever-thankful-as-he-pays-tribute-to-popular-axed-channel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hotcelebon.com\/tv-movies\/stephen-mulhern-forever-thankful-as-he-pays-tribute-to-popular-axed-channel\/","title":{"rendered":"Stephen Mulhern \u2018forever thankful\u2019 as he pays tribute to popular axed channel"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Young Holly Willoughby presents CITV&#039;s Ministry of Mayhem<\/h3>\n<p>Presenter Stephen Mulhern is one of the many celebrities who have paid tribute to CITV after its axing.<\/p>\n<p>First launching back in 1983 as an afternoon segment on\u00a0ITV, it went on to have its own channel in 2006 and was home to a series of popular shows.<\/p>\n<p>From Art Attack, Finger Tips, My Parents are Aliens, Saturday Showdown and Horrid Henry, CITV helped launch the careers of many well-known presenters.<\/p>\n<p>With it officially coming to a close on\u00a0September 1, many stars have been paying tribute to the channel as they say their goodbyes.<\/p>\n<p>One of which included Mulhern, who has featured on\u00a0Finger Tips and Tricky TV, kick-starting his career.<\/p>\n<p> <strong> READ MORE <\/strong> <strong>Emmerdale\u2019s Amelia Spencer makes huge decision after coming clean to Noah<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/20\/590x\/secondary\/STEPHEN-MULHERN-TRIBUTE-4940510.jpg?r=1693690593599\"><\/p>\n<p>Taking to Twitter, the star retweeted a series of images ITV had shared which highlighted the \u201cend of an era.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He wrote: \u201cHello all, CITV started my career in TV, it was an incredibly special time learning the craft of how to present live TV.<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;I will forever be thankful for every opportunity it has delivered. Great people, great shows and great times x.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>However, it wasn\u2019t just Stephen who was moved by CITV coming to an end as A Place in the Sun\u2019s Leah Charles-King followed suit.<\/p>\n<p> <strong> Don&#8217;t miss&#8230; <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>Emmerdale\u2019s Amelia Spencer makes huge decision after coming clean to Noah[SPOILER] <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>&#8216;Shaking&#8217; Jane McDonald forced to stop activity after she &#8216;couldn&#8217;t breathe'[VIDEO] <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>Coronation Street\u2019s Daisy Midgeley in danger after Stephen Reid warning[SOAP] <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/20\/590x\/secondary\/STEPHEN-MULHERN-TRIBUTE-4940512.jpg?r=1693690593654\"><\/p>\n<p>We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you&#8217;ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n<p>She wrote: \u201cGoodbye #CITV! The end of an era. You launched my TV career almost 25 years ago, like many who came before and after me.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cYou were my chosen kids channel growing up &amp; it was a dream to become a @ChildrensITV presenter &amp; part of your legacy. You\u2019ll be missed. #CITVFarewell.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Following CITV being axed, the broadcaster has since launched ITVX Kids in its place.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking about the decision to axe the channel, ITV told Sky News it comes down to the way people are now accessing content.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/20\/590x\/secondary\/STEPHEN-MULHERN-TRIBUTE-4940514.jpg?r=1693690593708\"><\/p>\n<p>ITVX\u2019s managing editor Craig Morris said: \u201cWe\u2019re really excited to launch this dedicated destination for kids on ITVX, which will be home to a wealth of content.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIncluding new series, recognisable brands and existing favourites for a range of ages, all in one child-safe area, with editorial curation to guide viewing.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe wealth of content will be available to stream for free, with the option for parents to choose ad-free viewing, through a subscription to ITVX Premium.<\/p>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.express.co.uk\/showbiz\/tv-radio\/1808785\/Stephen-mulhern-tribute-citv-axed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Young Holly Willoughby presents CITV&#039;s Ministry of Mayhem Presenter Stephen Mulhern is one of the many celebrities who have paid tribute to CITV after its axing. 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