has welcomed a new family member, with the television star announcing the news via social media. The House of Games and former host took to to share that he had adopted a cat from the RSPCA, with his new pet - Lottie - set to join fellow feline Liesl at home. “Please welcome beautiful Lottie to the family,” he wrote on Instagram, with the post including an adorable photo of Lottie.

“Adopted from the brilliant RSPCA in Brighton, and she hasn't stopped purring or playing since we got her home. “She and Liesl have yet to meet face to face, but I think they will both appreciate how much Instagram would like them to become firm friends.” received several messages from fans and followers, with one writing: “Adorable! And great to see you advocating for adoption.

” “Sir, how are you going to write a new book with a kitten in the house?” added a second, referencing Osman’s burgeoning . “Oh my goodness she is a beauty. Lucky you and lucky Lottie,” commented a third follower, with a fourth writing: “Well done Richard, the joy you get from adopting is so rewarding.

” , who left the main show in 2022, also found fame with his 2020 novel The Thursday Murder Club, which is due to be adapted into a and stage play, . “The adaptation has to go through the lens of being in the theatre. Lots of small things,” he said.

“It has to be an hour first half, there has to be an interval because that's how theatre pays for things and then there has to be a shorter second .