Richard Osman quits quiz show House of Games after 'amazing nine years'
Summary
Richard Osman announced that he is leaving the BBC quiz show "House of Games" after nine years as the host. The show will continue with a new host, but Osman's replacement has not been named yet. Osman is focusing more on his writing career and podcasting.Key Facts
- Richard Osman is leaving the quiz show "House of Games" after hosting it for nine years.
- He has hosted over 800 episodes since the show began in 2017.
- The BBC will continue the show with a new host, yet to be announced.
- Osman met his wife, Ingrid Oliver, when she appeared as a contestant on the show in 2022.
- He is also a best-selling author, known for "The Thursday Murder Club."
- Osman hosts a podcast with journalist Marina Hyde.
- The current series of "House of Games" attracts about 1.6 million viewers, including catch-up and on-demand.
- Osman previously co-hosted another BBC quiz show, "Pointless," with Alexander Armstrong.
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