GMB’s Sean Fletcher makes acting debut as he switches presenting of acting dream

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Good Morning Britain host Sean Fletcher has swapped the ITV hot desk for a BBC courtroom after bagging himself a new job.

Sean plays the role of a barrister after making his acting debut in new BBC drama Keeping Faith.

During Friday's edition of GMB, the star's co-hosts Kate Garraway and Charlotte Hawkins heaped praise on Sean for the role.

In a short clip, the star can be seen in full legal regalia while arguing in court.

Beaming like a proud parent, Kate said: "He had finally made his debut."

Laughing, Sean replied: "This was in the summer.

"I had the chance to appear in Keeping Faith which is a BBC drama.

"I noticed some people don't know what it is…"

Playing down his part, the modesty star continued: "One of the main reasons I got it as the drama is filmed in English and Welsh and I speak Welsh.

"That weeds out great parts of the population. They needed someone."

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Keen not to let Sean play it down too much, Charlotte added: "I am sure it was your acting ability.

"I could be the start of something you never know. I watched it and it was a proud moment. Well done."

Sean went on to explain that his part did feel like he was doing 'grown up TV' compared to the unscripted world of Good Morning Britain.

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Laughing, he said: "I am glad you said that but I have to say it does feel like grown up television working in a drama.

"We just turn up and do this stuff."

Playfully acting stunned, Kate chuckled: "Anyway, we are out of time on Shaun. Let's move on."