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Ekin Karasin

Matt Baker forced to give up on his 'dream' career over common health condition

TV star Matt Baker has revealed he was forced to leave his “dream” career when he was younger after being diagnosed with anaemia.

The 48-year-old - who has shows like Countryfile and The One Show under his presenting belt - was a keen gymnast as a child and competed in junior events.

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