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Scottish Sun
a day ago
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- Scottish Sun
Gary Lineker's new ITV gig hits a roadblock as celebs turn DOWN offer to star over fears show is too hard
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GARY LINEKER is struggling to fill the team sheet for his new ITV show The Box. Rumours that the new challenge show is fiendishly tough seem to have put off celebrity contestants — and I've heard that a number have turned it down. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 9 Gary Lineker is struggling to fill the team sheet for his new ITV show The Box Credit: Getty One of the famous names who has declined the offer is a sportsperson who is well used to hard graft. It comes after the show, which is a smash hit in Norway, was described as a cross between SAS: Who Dares Wins and I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. The combination seems to have left celebs quaking in their boots. A source said: 'Casting for The Box is under way but it sounds like a number of stars have turned it down as they don't fancy how hard it sounds. With I'm A Celeb, the Bushtucker Trials are awful but the pay-off is appearing on one of TV's biggest shows.' For The Box, stars will be taken to mystery locations in a big yellow box, before being released to face whatever game awaits. The challenges will be fun, exhilarating and immersive. A show source said: 'Unlike other shows, The Box isn't about facing fears, it's about stepping into the unknown. 'When the boxes open they'll be launched into a variety of unexpected, fast-paced daring, comedic and mischievous challenges.' First launched in Norway in January, the show finale was watched by one in five of the country's population. ITV reckons it will be a big Saturday night hit for them with Match Of The Day legend Gary at the helm. He said: 'It's going to be unpredictable and thrilling to watch, and I'm excited that I get to have a front row seat to all the action.' Let's hope they find enough celebs who are up for it. BBC axe celeb-favourite TV show after eight series Moo-ve over for kids, Jez 9 Channel 4 is working on a new show that educates kids on farming Credit: PA CLARKSON'S Farm has seen agriculture grow in popularity and now Channel 4 is looking for some junior Jeremys. I can reveal the broadcaster is working on a new show that educates kids on farming. Cameras will follow animal-loving youngsters as they learn about various livestock. Casting has already begun for an episode dedicated to chickens, with a note reading: 'Does your child love animals? Have they always wanted a pet? Are they a future farmer or vet? 'They'll visit a real-life farm to find out what it takes to raise happy and healthy chickens. They will follow the journey of an egg from coop to kitchen.' Sounds a bit more wholesome than some of the scenes down on Jeremy's Diddly Squat. The series will air later this year and you can visit to apply. Sophie snaps back GAME OF Thrones star Sophie Turner hit back at trolls who claimed she'd 'forgotten her kids' after posting pictures online of her watching Oasis at Wembley Stadium with friends. Sophie snapped back: 'There's this crazy thing called shared custody. Maybe, just maybe, they were with their dad that day.' Big Bro's eyeing The Boss 9 Jack Kay – aka The Ibiza Final Boss Credit: Instagram/@neonmanagement CHANCES are you have seen clips of Jack Kay – aka The Ibiza Final Boss – on your internet travels. The lad has shot to fame after a video of him raving on the party isle with a Lego-style haircut, chunky gold chain, huge shades and bulging shoulders went viral. And now he has caught the eye of Big Brother bosses. Jack's new management has had talks with the ITV2 reality show about him appearing on the next series. A source said: 'The Ibiza Final Boss has really captured the nation's imagination and is the kind of character that makes for a fun housemate. 'Bosses had talks with his management. They thought it was worth a chat, whether it be for this series, even as part of a task, or for the future.' A Sugden from the 'Dale 9 Oliver Farnworth has quit Emmerdale Credit: Getty EMMERDALE star Oliver Farnworth has quit the show after a year in the village. As mysterious murderer John Sugden, he'd been part of one of the ITV soap's biggest storylines. The Sun revealed last week that he has just filmed horror scenes showing John attacking Mackenzie Boyd. Now he's ready for his curtain call. A source said: 'John's got away with so much but he's about to make a fatal mistake. 'Obviously Oliver knew that a character like John had a shelf life and that's rapidly approaching. 'He's loved his time on the show but there's still plenty of twists and turns coming before he departs for good.' John's downfall – and Ollie's exit – will air later this year. Traitors winner cheats THE Traitors 2024 winner Harry Clarke got booted off the Channel 4 show last night - after he got caught cheating. Talking about his experience on the military challenge contest, he said: 'I was broken mentally, physically, every possible way could be broken. That course broke me. But I want to go back. I've got unfinished business, massively.' May inspires thriller THERESA MAY is the unlikely inspiration for a new Netflix thriller. Suranne Jones stars as a Prime Minister pushed to the brink when her husband is kidnapped. 9 Former PM Theresa May is the inspiration for a new Netflix thriller Credit: Getty 9 Suranne Jones stars as a Prime Minister pushed to the brink on Hostage Credit: Des Willie/Netflix And the former Corrie star has revealed she learned from the very best. She told Radio Times: 'We spoke to people in positions of power. We went to the House of Commons, and watched Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer battle against each other. 'We looked at Nicola Sturgeon, we looked at Theresa May. 'I think it's harder for women, as it is with most jobs. Breaking down the patriarchy isn't an easy task. 'When a woman stands up, there's so many labels that she has to fulfil.' Hostage begins on August 21. Strictly star's unveiled STRICTLY Come Dancing has got the glitterball rolling with four celebrities officially confirmed for this year's line-up. Gladiator Nitro - aka Harry Aikines-Aryeetey - led the charge with a cheeky prank on CBBC's Newsround yesterday when he appeared disguised as a choreographer. 9 Gladiator Nitro is one of four celebrities officially confirmed for this year's Strictly line-up 9 The star led the charge with a cheeky prank on CBBC's Newsround 9 Dani Dyer is also in the cast Credit: Instagram/danidyerxx The Olympic sprinter comes to the series having already pranced on the BBC festive special. Nitro said: 'I'm so excited to be part of the Strictly family this series and I'm ready to give it all I've got. 'I'll be bringing tons of energy to light up the dance floor. Let's hope I'm as quick picking up the routines as I am on the track.' Last night on The One Show, Dani Dyer, Doctor Who actress Alex Kingston and footballer Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, were unveiled as part of the cast, too. Newlywed Dani said: 'Getting the opportunity to be on Strictly is the second most amazing thing I've done this year! I feel very very blessed and cannot wait to get my dancing shoes on.' Jimmy said: 'Swapping the pitch for the ballroom is certainly not something I've done before but I'm looking forward to tackling a fun challenge. Bring on a new type of footwork, with hopefully no own goals.' And Alex simply added: 'Aaaaagghhh!!!!!!'
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Scarlett Moffatt finally tying the knot with policeman fiancé two years after proposal
Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt has confirmed when it is she plans on tying the knot with her policeman fiance Scott Dobinson after being linked to a return to I'm A Celebrity Scarlett Moffatt has opened up about her wedding plans with her partner Scott Dobinson. The Gogglebox star got engaged to her policeman beau in 2023, five months after they welcomed their baby son Jude. At the time she gave fans an insight into the romantic proposal as she shared a picture of Jude sat beside an illuminated sign that said: "Marry me." The scene included silver and purple helium-filled balloons around the room, with rose petals scattered all over the floor. Now, talking in a new interview, Scarlett has provided an update on the couple's wedding plans as she gets to work with a campaign for M&Ms. She said: 'Do you know what, we've actually been to see a few venues." It comes after Cat Deeley found moving back to the UK 'really hard' before split from Patrick Kielty. Speaking to The Sun Scarlett continued: 'And I actually did book to go and try a wedding dress on and Scott was like, 'but we haven't booked a venue.' And I was like 'yeah I know, but I just want to play dress up.' 'It's the fun part! But yeah, we've got lists and lists of things to do, and it changes every day.' Quizzed on when the couple might tie the knot Scarlett confirmed: 'I'm hoping to do it next year but maybe that's too adventurous? It takes a lot to plan a wedding, but I've got this in the bag.' Scarlett has previously admitted that she wanted an extravagant Willy Wonka themed wedding, but she has now decided against that elaborate plan. Speaking in an interview before she got engaged she said: "I've always, always wanted a massive wedding, now I keep saying: 'Let's go to Vegas.'" Scarlett has recently been linked to an appearance on an All Stars version of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! with filming scheduled to take place in South Africa later this year. The series will be hosted by Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly and air next year which will coincide with the 10 year anniversary of Scarlett being crowned Queen of the jungle. She said: 'I mean, it would be amazing to do [All Stars] because it's iconic and I just love the show so much. I was on it a whole decade ago, so I would've been in my early 20s and I'm a different human now. So I would do the trials differently. But I'd just go in and be myself, and that's the only thing you can do.' She continued: 'I'm not sure about smashing the trials, but I'd give them my best shot. But as I've gotten older my fear levels have gone up. I can't even get on rollercoasters now.' Earlier this year an insider told The Sun: 'Scarlett won I'm A Celeb in 2016 and was hugely popular with viewers so everyone's really excited she might be returning for the new all stars series. She is so game for a laugh and knows what to expect in terms of the Bushtucker Trials so she'll throw herself into every task. 'Scarlett is a mum now too and she wants to do the show to show her little boy just how brave she can be. The series is shaping up to be one of the most exciting TV shows of next year and some of the stars they're speaking to are proper camp legends. 'This is an amazing opportunity for her and let's face it, who wouldn't fancy a trip to South Africa? Even if she does have to chomp down on some kangaroo testicles?'
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Princess and Junior Andre reveal deal-breaker demand for I'm A Celeb and why they don't care about ‘nepo-baby' label
The duo insisted what they make of their careers is down to them and not their mum and dad jungle babies Princess and Junior Andre reveal deal-breaker demand for I'm A Celeb and why they don't care about 'nepo-baby' label Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PRINCESS and Junior Andre have revealed their deal-breaker demand to ITV bosses to get them signed up for I'm A Celebrity. The sibling duo have revealed they are keen to follow in their parents footsteps by signing up to the hit ITV reality show but have made it clear they will only do so under one condition. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Princess and Junior Andre have revealed their deal-breaker demand for signing up to I'm A Celebrity Credit: Getty 4 The sibling duo are hoping to follow in their famous parent's footsteps Credit: ITV 4 Katie and Peter met in the ITV jungle Credit: Rex Princess, who is set to launch her very own series The Princess Diaries this weekend, confessed that she would only agree to take part in the programme if ITV put her and Junior in the jungle together. Their mum and dad, Katie Price and Peter Andre, famously met in the jungle and went on to have their two children and marry in a TV love-story before going through a bitter divorce in 2009. Speaking exclusively to The Sun, Junior told us of the pair's jungle dreams: "I think what would be great for us to do is the jungle. "That is where our parents met!" Princess confessed that it would be "iconic" to be the first siblings to take part together as they remained adamant they wouldn't do the show separately. Junior said: "We wouldn't do it alone, we would have to do it together. "100%, side-by-side." But they were quick to admit they would both be extremely fearful should they have to take part in the jungle's notorious Bushtucker Trials. Princess said: "I'm really not thinking about the spiders and all of that - I can't think about it!" Junior then added: "Thinking about it stresses me out but we would be doing it together and we can do the challenges together. Trailer for the upcoming series of The Princess Diaries starring Princess Andre "I would make sure [Princess] doesn't quit when she's with me. I won't quit, I can't quit!" Elsewhere, the siblings admitted they don't care about being branded nepo-babies as a result of the fame and fortune of their mum and dad. When asked if the term being used to describe them bothers them, Junior told us: "We can't really help that [being nepo-babies], can we." Princess then said: "But we have got our own things going on now and that's what the point of my show is. "It's not about my parents, it's about me and my life. "And Junior has his music so it is just individual stuff now and we are just doing us. "Obviously, our parents have helped and given us an amazing opportunity but it is what it is." Junior echoed his sister's thoughts, saying: "They are our own careers, our parents can't work for us." The Princess Diaries begins this Sunday on ITV2 at 9pm.
Evening Standard
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Evening Standard
ITV 'planning another five years' of I'm a Celebrity as talks begin to extend Australian filming site until 2030
The show, fronted by iconic presenting duo Ant and Dec since its launch in 2002, remains one of ITV's biggest winter draws. Every year, a fresh batch of celebrities head into the jungle to endure basic rations, tough sleeping conditions and infamous Bushtucker Trials. The public then votes for their favourites, ultimately choosing who will be crowned king or queen of the jungle.
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Scarlett Moffatt breaks silence on ITV show and what she'll do differently after signing up for I'm A Celeb All Stars
JUNGLE Queen Scarlett Moffatt has broken her silence on the ITV show, and what she'll do differently, after signing up for I'm A Celeb All Stars. In June, insiders told The Sun the Gogglebox star is in advanced talks to join the All Stars version of the show, which starts filming in South Africa later this year. 5 Jungle Queen Scarlett Moffatt has broken her silence on the ITV show, and what she'll do differently Credit: Rex 5 Scarlett Moffatt won I'm A Celeb in 2016, beating fellow finalists Joel Dommett and Adam Thomas Credit: Rex Features 5 Scarlett has paved a very successful career, as well as getting engaged to partner Scott Dobinson and welcoming son Jude Credit: scarlettmoffatt/Instagram.. The series, hosted by Ant and Dec, will air next year - which coincides with the ten-year anniversary of Scarlett, 34, winning the show. And the Gogglebox icon broke her silence on the stint, as she spoke to The Sun in a campaign for M&Ms. Scarlett admitted: 'I mean, it would be amazing to do [All Stars] because it's iconic and I just love the show so much. I was on it a whole decade ago, so I would've been in my early 20s and I'm a different human now. 'So I would do the trials differently. But I'd just go in and be myself, and that's the only thing you can do.' She continued: 'I'm not sure about smashing the trials, but I'd give them my best shot. But as I've gotten older my fear levels have gone up. I can't even get on rollercoasters now.' Since starring on the show, Scarlett has paved a very successful career, as well as getting engaged to partner Scott Dobinson and welcoming son Jude. This summer, a source told us: 'Scarlett won I'm A Celeb in 2016 and was hugely popular with viewers so everyone's really excited she might be returning for the new all stars series. 'She is so game for a laugh and knows what to expect in terms of the Bushtucker Trials so she'll throw herself into every task. 'Scarlett is a mum now too and she wants to do the show to show her little boy just how brave she can be. Former Queen of the Jungle Scarlett Moffatt says she knows who is going to win the special South Africa series 'The series is shaping up to be one of the most exciting TV shows of next year and some of the stars they're speaking to are proper camp legends. 'This is an amazing opportunity for her and let's face it, who wouldn't fancy a trip to South Africa? Even if she does have to chomp down on some kangaroo testicles?' The first series of the I'm A Celeb All Stars spin off aired back in 2023, with Carol Vorderman and Helen Flanagan losing out to Myleene Klass who was crowned the winner. The spin off proved to be massively popular, especially with 16-34s, and saw an average of 5.2million viewers across its weeknight run. I'm A Celebrity - All The Winners Here's every star who has been crowned King or Queen of the Jungle to date: 2024: Danny Jones, McFly star Danny Jones, McFly star 2023: Sam Thompson, Made in Chelsea star Sam Thompson, Made in Chelsea star 2022: Jill Scott, England footballer Jill Scott, England footballer 2021: Danny Miller, Emmerdale star Danny Miller, Emmerdale star 2020 : Giovanna Fletcher, actress and podcaster : Giovanna Fletcher, actress and podcaster 2019: Jacqueline Jossa, EastEnders star Jacqueline Jossa, EastEnders star 2018: Harry Redknapp, England legend Harry Redknapp, England legend 2017: Georgia Toffolo, Made In Chelsea star Georgia Toffolo, Made In Chelsea star 2016: Scarlett Moffatt, Gogglebox star Scarlett Moffatt, Gogglebox star 2015: Vicky Pattison, Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison, Geordie Shore star 2014: Carl Fogarty, famed racer Carl Fogarty, famed racer 2013: Kian Egan, Westlife star Kian Egan, Westlife star 2012: Charlie Brooks, EastEnders actor Charlie Brooks, EastEnders actor 2011: Dougie Poynter, McFly star Dougie Poynter, McFly star 2010: Stacey Solomon, X Factor star now TV personality Stacey Solomon, X Factor star now TV personality 2009: Gino D'ACampo, TV Chef Gino D'ACampo, TV Chef 2008: Joe Swash, TV personality Joe Swash, TV personality 2007: Christopher Biggins, actor Christopher Biggins, actor 2006: Matt Willis, Busted star Matt Willis, Busted star 2005: Carol Thatcher, author and broadcaster Carol Thatcher, author and broadcaster 2004 (second series): Joe Pasquale, comedian Joe Pasquale, comedian 2004: Kerry Katona, Atomic Kitten star and reality star Kerry Katona, Atomic Kitten star and reality star 2003: Phil Tufnell, England Cricketer Phil Tufnell, England Cricketer 2002: Tony Blackburn, Radio DJ There was also an All Star series in South Africa in 2023, which was won by Myleene Klass. On the topic of TV, Scarlett was chatting to The Sun about all things telly while enjoying some M&Ms, to launch Couch Confessions, a playful new pop-up experience coming to Battersea on 5th August, built around Britain's funniest (and most relatable) TV-watching habits. She cheekily admitted to Googling the ending of anything she's about to watch, clearly not fussed by spoilers. Scarlett told us: 'Do you know what - and this is Scott's pet peeve - I Google the ending of everything. 'Like psychological thrillers and all that, I'll Google it to see who it is. But I'll also do it with rom-coms, in case I need to mentally prepare for a dramatic scene. I don't tell him I've done it, but I'll tell him I've Googled it.' Scarlett also discussed watching police dramas with her policeman fiance Scott. 'I do not watch any police programmes with Scott because he goes into work mode and I'm like, no watching telly is about switching off,' Scarlett shared, adding: 'He'll say things like 'well if I was doing it…' and I'm like 'no, no, it's not you.'' M&Ms Couch Confessions, it's more fun together. 5 The star was sceptical about doing well in the trials in All Stars Credit: Getty
