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Sonia Kruger to host Big Brother?

Rumours are firming that Sonia Kruger is close to becoming the host of Nine's Big Brother series.

Rumours are firming that Sonia Kruger is close to securing the hosting job on Nine’s Big Brother for 2012.

TV Tonight hears that the quick-witted Dancing with the Stars co-host is favoured by Nine to take the presenting role which catapulted Gretel Killeen to fame a decade ago on TEN.

Such a move would see Kruger exit her long-standing role on Seven’s variety series. She has appeared on the show for eleven seasons, alongside hosts Daryl Somers and Daniel MacPherson.

During that time she has attracted acclaim with viewers and critics alike for her ability to work off-script, qualities that are all required in the role of Big Brother host.

Since it emerged that Nine was reviving the Southern Star reality series there has been plenty of interest from online forums, with furious speculation about who will land the hosting role.

Media reports that Hamish and Andy might host were later denied by the comedy duo. Nostalgic fans have also called for Gretel Killeen to be reinstated.

Kruger is understood to be contracted to Dancing with the Stars on a series by series basis.

A Seven spokesperson would not confirm details of their 2012 plans, telling TV Tonight, “We’ll be looking at Dancing with the Stars early in the new year.”

Aside from Underbelly: Razor, Reality shows have been one of Nine’s sweet spots in 2011. With The Block currently in production, The Voice nearing cast completion, and Celebrity Apprentice expected to be renewed a Big Brother series helmed by Sonia Kruger could be quite a Reality slapdown.

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  1. She would be a great choice as she has shown on numerous occasions a great ability to think on her feet. She is definitely not living up to her potential as cost host.

  2. I think Sonia’s style would suit BB more than it suits DWTS.

    Are Natalie garonzi and Daniel macpherson still together? Nat could be a great replacement for son on DWTS and then it would be a host couple.

  3. this would be pretty good, shes very good at thinking on her feet.

    the only downside is we’d have to see her awful vitamin ads which im sure they would play non stop.

  4. The louder people whinge and complain about someone being the wrong person for the job they inevitably end up being perfect… however so far most of the responses here have been positive. Doesnt look like she’ll be a perfect fit for the job then if we are to go on TVTonight’s ‘experts’

  5. Well if Julia Morris wins CA then how about her as host? This sort of role calls for a comedian type personality with television experience..

    Sonia isn’t comedic, she’s more shock value to me. Besides she maybe on DWTS on a season to season basis but she would still have a Seven contract wouldn’t she? As she’s often featured on other Seven programming and productions..

  6. ch9 tend to totally screw up their highly publicised shows..eg Top Gear so I am not too sure about this. Sonya could do with a younger side kick like that Jescinta babe. Given 9s propensity for flashing the flesh I am looking forward to an adult episode of BB…

  7. I really like Sonia and think she would be great on Big Brother but being a Dancing with the Stars and Channel 7 fan I would like to see her stay with seven. If she did go to nine I wonder who would take her place on Dancing. Gretel Kileen? 🙂

  8. If this show has to come back (and I wish it wouldn’t), I think Sonia’s a great choice.

    Gretel was a pro, but I she doesn’t have Sonia’s quick – and slightly acid tongued – wit. This show needs it.

    As for the show, I think it will damage Nine’s brand way more than anything before it.

  9. Sonia Kruger I think is fine on Dancing With The Stars, however, I knew Nine would probably do something silly and miscast her as the host of Big Brother.

  10. Id sooner swallow bleach than watch big brother, but she would be a good host. BB needs a Gretel Killeen type that is funny and quick on their feet. Sonia has demonstrated year after year on DWTS that she is both of those things, Not to mention just a little controversial : )

  11. It could work with Sonia. It obviously needs a new spin on it. Gretel was Big Brother,but after her appalling turn at the Logies i cannot even watch her anymore.

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