Lorraine Kelly breaks silence on quitting England with daughter Rosie

TV favourite Lorraine Kelly has shared her deep affection for the Orkney Islands, revealing her thoughts about potentially moving there after she retires. In a heartfelt chat with The People’s Friend Special, the 65-year-old presenter discussed her future plans and her family's connection to Scotland.

She mentioned a conversation with her daughter Rosie about relocating back to their roots: "Rosie and I were talking about it the other day and we think we’ll eventually all end up coming back to Scotland. I miss Dundee a lot. Rosie loved it there and still does."

Lorraine also opened up about her daughter Rosie, who recently became a mother, and how she learned of her pregnancy while in Orkney. "My daughter, Rosie, came with me, and it was during that trip she told me she was pregnant. It was the best, so exciting, but I couldn’t tell anyone because it was so early on."

Despite just releasing her debut novel 'The Island Swimmer', which has been a hit, Lorraine hinted at the possibility of a second book, sharing her celebration in Orkney on Instagram: "Celebrating in Orkney with my lovely pal Nick when my first novel The Island Swimmer became a best seller this year!"

Lorraine expressed her gratitude to all her book buyers, stating: "THANK YOU to everyone who bought the book - I have been overwhelmed by your lovely comments - it’s on offer right now if you need a wee extra Xmas pressie. I’m working hard on the follow up!"

In addition to discussing her novels, Lorraine opened up about her four-decade-long television career, which has made her a household name. In an interview with The Yorkshire Post, she spoke about her future aspirations and thoughts on growing older.

She said: "I’d like to keep on doing my show for as long as people want to watch. I’d like to keep on doing my show for as long as people want to watch."

Reflecting on her enduring TV presence, Lorraine shared: "I didn’t expect to still be here (on television) at 65, but I am so happy to be doing the job I love after 40 years. It’s wonderful and it’s down to all the fantastic people I have worked with, my top team and the viewers who have been so loyal and shown me such support."

She also expressed her views on ageing: "I think age is just a number – I am lucky to be surrounded at work by a young enthusiastic team who are fantastic and they keep me young. I eat what I like and I walk my wee dog and try to keep as healthy as possible."