The Traitors host Claudia Winkleman admits she was 'scared' of husband when they met
The Traitors host Claudia Winkleman has opened up about meeting her husband for the first time as the presenter shared her fears.
Claudia Winkleman appears on Spooning with Mark Wogan
Speaking on the Spooning Podcast with Mark Wogan she opened up about her long-term relationship with husband Kris Thykier. Thanks to Mark, 50, the pair eventually tied the knot.
Her long-term pal of 26 years set them up and attended their big day. However, the Strictly presenter was heard saying: “I was too scared to be with him by himself.”
Looking back on her relationship she revealed they met over 26 years ago.
“And then I was too scared to be with him by himself, “ Claudia commented. "Not because he's scary but just because I was like 25.”
He also took credit for the couple's marriage which has lasted over two decades. He explained: “I like to think I am responsible for lots of aspects of your life”.
The BBC star couldn’t help but agree and insisted he was. He even joked that her incredible career on the small screen was also down to his assistance.
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“Because we presented TV together, you looked so much better. And therefore, went on to have a career.”
Mark played the matchmaker for his two friends and said: “I introduced you to one of my oldest friends who then ended up being your husband.
“This is something we've actually never talked about publicly, ever.”
“Whenever it sort of said they met through mutual friends. It was me.”
Over the years she has rarely gone out and boozed – admitting she prefers a soft drink.
Laughing, she was heard saying that the alcohol intake sent her over the edge and the presenter couldn’t believe how unwell she was.
To which she replied: “I do try sometimes, but it is not really my thing”.
Mark admitted: “I think I have seen you drunk twice in my entire life. And it was very funny.”
She quipped: “It's not my... I've always preferred a Ribena."
The Traitors final airs tonight on BBC One at 9pm.