Carol Vorderman

Carol Vorderman insists all of her 'special friends' are single and never asks about their private lives as she opens up on arrangement.

I;m very much a person that I have one rule life, and it is only this – do no harm,’ she said, noting ‘everything else’ is up to the individual ‘We’re similar age Phillip, when we were young societies were sort of very different to how they are now.’ It’s got fantastic friends, I love my job, I love the business of education, I have people who love me, and this busy home. That’s a critical part of it.’ ‘I don’t know! [having a number of ‘special friends’](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/10/carol-vorderman-speaks-candidly-about-busy-love-life-18074995/) and she explained how the situation ‘comes about naturally’.

North Wales' very own Carol Vorderman appeared on ITV's This Morning on Monday morning to talk about her "special friends." Recently on an episode of ...

Carol also said that her children know the people too and they are friendly with them. A big part of the interview came when Phil and Holly asked Carol how her two grown up children feel about the "special" friendships. She also insisted during the interview that she does not do one night stands confirming that everything started with a friendship. During the interview Carol said that the arrangement came about naturally whilst saying that her life is very full. The "special friends" are people that the 62 year-old has known over several years with one being her friend for 11 years. This Morning she lifted the lid on those friends during an interview with hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.

The former Countdown presenter spoke to Holly and Phil on This Morning about her 'very modern' love life.

Carol replied: "No, no, no, no. You never do that". But then if that's what people want to do, that is their choice". Instead, she says she has "special friends". [is okay]". She said: "Everything else...

Carol was appearing on This Morning and beforehand Lorraine appeared flabbergasted at the number of 'special friends' the former Countdown star has.

And maybe what I choose doesn't suit everyone but I think some version of it would suit a lot of people and does suit a lot of people. She added that she hopes that in future it won't even be a topic of conversation and urged people to find happiness. I did the exact same after my divorce and I felt free and in control. @HelenAd52215654 also commented: "@thismorning @carolvorders my mum has had special friends for the last 23 years. The male-female relationships are the icing on the cake, rather than the fundamental basis of it." And ahead of the slot, when Lorraine Kelly did her usual link from her show to This Morning and discovered Carol would be appearing to chat about her [ five 'special friends'](https://www.walesonline.co.uk/lifestyle/showbiz/carol-vorderman-says-five-special-25973598) she couldn't hide her feelings about it. One viewer took to Twitter to say: "@carolvorders talking on @thismorning so true! User @LadyBatchelot added: "@thismorning @carolvorders what a refreshing interview! "I understand that. [ 'liberating' relationship status in October 2022](https://www.walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/non-monogamous-carol-vordermans-special-25215153) while appearing on a new match-making segment on This Morning with Gyles Brandreth. With a giggle, 63-year-old Lorraine quipped: "Who would have the energy for five [special friends]? Responding to Lorraine's "energy" quip, Carol said she understood her reaction.

Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby grilled Carol Vorderman on her love life with five different boyfriends.

“Possibly,” Carol replied. [Carol Vorderman](/latest/carol-vorderman) has been very open in the past about her love life and the different types of romance she’s enjoyed over the years. “But I think a version of it would suit a lot of people and does suit a lot of people.”

Comedian John Bishop's latest show failed to win over all viewers, with some saying they loved it but others saying that the star's jokes weren't really up ...

One fan said it was “amazing” and another tweeted: “Loved tonight’s show.” One person tweeted that it was the “best show on ITV on a Saturday night”, adding: “Keep up the fantastic work John.” One sniped that it was “as funny as a gas bill”. Another viewer said that they were generally a fan of the TV star but thought the show “wasn’t great”. What happened to good Saturday night comedy? I’m off to pastures new.

Carol, 62, opened up about having 'five special friends' for the past decade of her life in a candid This Morning interview.

Spill the beans #ThisMorning." When [Lorraine Kelly](/latest/lorraine) was discussing the topics being covered by Holly Willoughby and [Phillip Schofield](/latest/phillip-schofield) on This Morning, she could not believe Carol "had the energy" for all of her "special friends". Where’s the problem?" Go on Vorders, you see as many as you want #ThisMorning." She told Michelle: "I've spoken about this once. I have a system which I've had for 10 years.

Maths whizz and TV personality Carol Vorderman is back in the headlines today, Tuesday, January 24, after revealing her 'special system' for her 'five man' ...

Her kids are now grown up and Carol said she has a "very full life". While she said she had "special friends" she added that for the last decade she also has had a special "system" in place and one rule. Carol replied: "No, no, no, no. But then if that's what people want to do, that is their choice". You never do that". In an interview with former BBC RuPaul's Drag Race star Michelle Visage on her podcast, Carol revealed it was a "system which I've had for 10 years", adding she has five boyfriends which she keeps "on rotation".

The former 'Countdown' host revealed she had 'special friends' who she is romantically involved with.

She shared that one rule she sets for herself when dating several men is to “do no harm”. Vorderman explained to hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield that everyone involved needs to be single, which is a “critical part” of the arrangement. The media personality has been married twice, with her second marriage to management consultant Patrick King ending in 2000 after 10 years together. All single women should be free to follow any path they chose..” what an incredible example she is to older women. Earlier this month, Vorderman previously revealed to This Morning‘s Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary that she had five special friends.

The former Countdown star told This Morning presenters Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield about the relationship she shares with her multiple partners ...

Carol told Holly and Phil that she 'doesn't need to know' about the personal lives of her partners, and isn't even sure whether they have their own friends. "I don't want to settle with anybody, I love my job, the business of education, a busy home. "They have their lives and I don't need to know about that. Reflecting on how things used to be, Cambridge alumnus Carol added: "Societies rules were very different and if a woman had a child without being married it was awful. Carol confessed that she wanted 'to get married and have children' when she was in her twenties, but things change. Today, she confessed that she has 'no plans' to settle down.

The 62-year old looked better than ever as she walked slowly towards the camera whilst wearing a tight striped jumper dress, completing with tights and black ...

I have a system which I've had for 10 years. A third fan typed: “Beautiful Stunning and Amazing as always!!! Talking to RuPaul’s Drag Race star Michelle Visage on her podcast, Carol was asked if she had a boyfriend. The 62-year old looked better than ever as she walked slowly towards the camera whilst wearing a tight striped jumper dress, completing with tights and black boots. “Listen to today’s episode from the link in my bio, or wherever you get your podcasts. One person said: “WOW…looking like a 21 year old!!!

Carol Vorderman looked better than ever this morning as she took to Instagram to show off her outfit for the day.

Carol Vorderman showed off her ageless appearance in the smouldering slo-mo video. Carol Vorderman admitted on This Morning that her lovers "all know about each other" and said life changed since she dreamed of being married to one man in her 20s. Carol Vorderman was married to Christopher Mather for a year between 1985 and 1986. In my 60s I have a full life and I live with my children. She paired this with leggings and a pair of black boots. The former Countdown star looked better than ever in a tight-fitted striped number.