Alison Hammond’s Surprise Encounter with Childhood Crush Jason Donovan on Michael McIntyre’s Big Show

TV personality Alison Hammond was left overwhelmed with surprise during her appearance on Michael McIntyre‘s Big Show. Hammond, known for her role on This Morning, participated in the Midnight Game Show segment and was unexpectedly reunited with her childhood crush, Jason Donovan. The 48-year-old star received a series of unexpected surprises, including special guests like Big Brother voiceover Marcus Bentley, TV chef Rustie Lee, and Denise Pearson from the ’80s band Five Star.

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During the game, Hammond was challenged to identify her mystery Mr, who was sitting behind a wall in her bed, and was elated to discover it was Donovan. A long-time fan of the former Neighbours star, Hammond expressed her excitement, exclaiming, ‘You’ve made my dream come true.’ She reminisced about her teenage years, admitting to dreaming that she was the one marrying Donovan’s character on Neighbours, rather than his on-screen love interest Kylie.

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Following the revelation, Hammond playfully requested the removal of the wall and hugged Donovan. Bantering with him, she jokingly suggested he forget about his current wife. Reflecting on the surprise encounter, Hammond described it as the most bizarre thing that has ever happened to her. She encouraged others to seize unique opportunities, expressing that if they ever had the chance to experience something similar, they should go for it.

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Viewers took to social media platform X (formerly ) to share their reactions to Hammond’s appearance. Many praised her and expressed their enjoyment of the Midnight Game Show segment. Some fans commented on the humorous interaction between Hammond and Donovan. This was not the first time the two ’80s icons crossed paths. Last September, Hammond famously playfully mounted Donovan during his guest appearance on This Morning.

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Michael McIntyre’s Big Show airs on BBC One and is available on BBC iPlayer.