Alexa Chung Replaces Zane Lowe As MTV Gonzo Host

Alexa Chung has been unveiled as the new host of MTV's flagship alternative music show, Gonzo.

The 26-year-old TV presenter will replace Zane Lowe when the programme returns to MTV Rocks in October.

"I am thrilled to be presenting Gonzo,” Chung said. “It's a show I've always admired and I'm looking forward to reupholstering the sofa."

Chung, who dates Arctic Monkeys frontman Alex Turner, will interview both music stars and celebrities on the show.

She has previously hosted Channel 4's Popworld, as well as It's On with Alexa Chung on MTV in the US.

Lowe presented Gonzo from 2002 until April this year. The first episode of the new series of Gonzo will air at 7pm on October 15.

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