Claire Sisk and Cat Deeley on This Morning
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Blind new This Morning cook hailed over ‘absolutely iconic’ comeback to host Cat Deeley: ‘She needs to be a regular’

Claire Sisk was on the show as part of Global Accessibility Awareness Day

This Morning welcomed a new chef to the show today (May 16) – the gorgeous Claire Sisk.

Claire – who is registered blind – was on the show to champion Global Accessibility Awareness Day, showing hosts Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley how she cooks meals for her family.

Viewers loved her appearance on the show, with many urging ITV to make her a permanent addition to the This Morning family, and others laughing at a hilarious comeback after a question from presenter Cat.

Claire Sisk wearing red on This Morning
Claire went down a storm with This Morning viewers today (Credit: ITV)

This Morning today: Blind cook takes viewers by storm

Claire showcased a chicken and tomato pasta dish and went through the steps she uses at home to cook a meal without hurting herself.

The hosts were so impressed that Cat was heard to exclaim: “Is there nothing you can’t do?”

Quick to respond, Claire quipped: “See.”

Cat: ‘Is there nothing you can’t do?’ Claire: ‘See.’

“Yep, fair,” said Cat, as Ben laughed and then said: “That is good.”

This Morning viewers picked up on the moment, with one tweeting: “Cat Deeley: ‘Is there nothing you can’t do?’ Claire: ‘See.’ Absolutely iconic  I love Claire funny as well as inspirational!” 

Cat Deeley looking awkward on This Morning
Cat was left slightly red-faced as a result of Claire’s comeback (Credit: ITV)

‘Total respect for Claire’

Viewers loved her and decided they want to see more of Claire on This Morning as a result.

“She was fab they should have her on more often. Claire was amazing!” said one fan. “@thismorning You need @canseecantsee to be a regular! She’s fantastic! Very funny, down to earth and says it how it is! She’s brill!” said another. “Claire Sisk is brilliant!” declared a third.

“Inspiring lady doing the cooking segment on This Morning,” said another. “Such great charisma too. Let’s see more of her please,” they then urged. “Claire Sisk should be a presenter for the whole show not just a cookery feature. Total respect for Claire,” said another.

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Nancy Brown
Associate Editor