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The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Holly Willoughby in show U-turn as its confirmed she WILL return to ITV programme for another series – but with a twist
A U-TURN will see Holly Willoughby return to an ITV programme for another series - but with a twist. Holly, 44, has presented several hit shows for ITV during her career. 4 4 4 Last year, she and Stephen Mulhern co-hosted the revived version of You Bet! Although the show is coming back for a second series, Holly will not be returning as co-host. You Bet! viewers will see the star again nonetheless - as she's appearing as a guest panelist this time around. Renamed You Bet! On Tour, Stephen will take over solo hosting duties for the second outing. Also confirmed for guest appearances are Rob Beckett, Josh Widdicombe, Zoe Ball, Rylan Clark and Babatunde Aleshe. Each instalment of the seven-episode series - including a Christmas special - will take place a different location across the country. Once again, the celebrity panel must decide whether or not challengers will complete their task. Last month, Stephen opened up about continuing on as host without Holly. Chatting to TV Biz, he said: 'I'm gutted she's not doing You Bet! with me, but I've had time to think about it and Bruce Forsyth was the first person to do You Bet! and he did it on his own. 'Matthew Kelly made it the best show on the telly. You Bet fans complain as iconic show fronted by Holly Willoughby and Stephen Mulhern returns with missing feature 'And every time I've been interviewed and they say, 'What show would you bring back?', I've always said 'You Bet!'. 'So maybe it happened for a reason. We've filmed one episode already without Holly, and it felt very comfortable. Maybe it is just a one-presenter show. "I don't know what happened. She just said, 'Look, sorry, I can't do it'. She told me face to face. She said, 'Look, I'm gutted but it's all over'." The pair's other show, Dancing on Ice was shelved earlier this year with no plans for a new series, as revealed by The Sun. Stephen Mulhern's career so far The presenter is a mainstay on various ITV shows, but how did he become one of Britain's most well-known faces? Stephen first gained an interest in magic and tricks from his father who taught him as a kid. After performing at Butlins, he became the youngest member of the Magic Circle and even made an appearance on Blue Peter in a piece about Harry Houdini. His career started in Children's TV when he presenter the show Finger Tips in 2001. After four years, he launched Tricky TV on CITV in 2005, which he presented until 2010. During this time, he was handpicked by bosses to front the ITV2 spin-off for Britain's Got Talent. He presented Britain's Got More Talent until the cancelation of the companion in 2019. But it's not all bad news for Stephen who is known for his duties on a number of quiz shows. In for a Penny, a format originally launched on Ant & Dec 's Saturday Night Takeaway was launched the same year. Before, he was chosen by bosses to host Catchphrase in 2013 and has been fronting the show ever since. Other huge shows he presented for ITV included Big Star's Little Star, Rolling In It and the reboot of Deal Or No Deal. He also made regular appearances on This Morning in 'The Hub' segment between 2011 and 2014. After the Philip Schofield scandal rocked ITV, he was chosen to reunite with his former CITV co-star Holly Willoughby as the host of Dancing on Ice. An ITV Spokesperson said: "Following another successful series earlier this year, Dancing On Ice will be rested in 2026 with no current plans for another series. "We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the cast and crew who have worked on the show since 2006, and over the previous 17 series, for all of their hard work both on and off the ice." You Bet! airs on ITV1 and ITVX.
Scotsman
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Blankety Blank cast: who is on the BBC show this week?
Blankety Blank will be back with a brand new episode this evening 👀 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Bradley Walsh will welcome a new panel of celebrities this week. The BBC revived the show in 2020 and it is now in its fourth season. But who are the panellists for this week? Blankety Blank will be back with a brand new episode tonight and there are plenty of famous faces set to appear. The revived show continues to go from strength to strength on the BBC. Originally dating back to the late 1970s, it made a return to TV in 2020 and is now in its fourth season. It has the same host each week - but new guests for each episode. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad But who are the celebrities who will appear on Blankety Blank this week? Here's all you need to know: Who is the host of Blankety Blank? Bradley Walsh | BBC Bradley Walsh is on hosting duties for the show since its revival back with the Christmas Special in 2020. He has been the host for all four of the seasons - including the current one. He recently presented the latest season of Gladiator - alongside his son Barney. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad What time is Blankety Blank on TV today? The comedy quiz show is set to follow Doctor Who this weekend. It will start at 7.35pm today (May 24) and it will run for 35 minutes. Blankety Blank is due to finish at around 8.10pm and will be followed by Casualty. If you can't watch it live, the show will also be available on iPlayer after it has finished and can be viewed on demand. Who are the celebrity guests on Blankety Blank this week? Bradley Walsh is joined by a fresh batch of famous faces for the latest episode of the show. It will include the following panellists: Brian Conley Kate Garraway Jonathan Ross Ruth Madeley Kiri Pritchard-McLean Phil Wang For those with long memories they may remember Brian Conley best from his titular TV show in the 1990s and early 2000s. The Brian Conley Show ran from 1992 to 1995 and again from 2000 to 2002. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad More recently he played Tom 'Rocky' Cotton on BBC's long-running soap EastEnders. He was in the role from 2021 to 2023. Kate Garraway is best known for her TV presenting roles - including Good Morning Britain. She is also the host of Mid Mornings with Kate Garraway on Smooth Radio. Jonathan Ross will be an extremely familiar face to television watchers - including his self-title show. He is set to appear in Celebrity Traitors on the BBC later this year. Ruth Madeley has had a recurring role on Doctor Who since 2023 as UNIT's Shirley Anne Bingham. She also appeared in Years and Years and The Rook. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Kiri Pritchard-McLean is a stand-up comedian, who you may have heard on BBC Radio Wales. Phil Wang is also a comedian who has been on shows like Taskmaster, 8 out of 10 Cats and more. Have you got a story you want to share with our readers? You can now send it to us online via YourWorld at . It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
Scotsman
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Blankety Blank cast: who is on the BBC show this week?
Blankety Blank will be back with a brand new episode this evening 👀 Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Bradley Walsh will welcome a new panel of celebrities this week. The BBC revived the show in 2020 and it is now in its fourth season. But who are the panellists for this week? Blankety Blank will be back with a brand new episode tonight and there are plenty of famous faces set to appear. The revived show continues to go from strength to strength on the BBC. Originally dating back to the late 1970s, it made a return to TV in 2020 and is now in its fourth season. It has the same host each week - but new guests for each episode. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad But who are the celebrities who will appear on Blankety Blank this week? Here's all you need to know: Who is the host of Blankety Blank? Bradley Walsh | BBC Bradley Walsh is on hosting duties for the show since its revival back with the Christmas Special in 2020. He has been the host for all four of the seasons - including the current one. He recently presented the latest season of Gladiator - alongside his son Barney. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad What time is Blankety Blank on TV today? The comedy quiz show is set to follow Doctor Who this weekend. It will start at 7.35pm today (May 24) and it will run for 35 minutes. Blankety Blank is due to finish at around 8.10pm and will be followed by Casualty. If you can't watch it live, the show will also be available on iPlayer after it has finished and can be viewed on demand. Who are the celebrity guests on Blankety Blank this week? Bradley Walsh is joined by a fresh batch of famous faces for the latest episode of the show. It will include the following panellists: Brian Conley Kate Garraway Jonathan Ross Ruth Madeley Kiri Pritchard-McLean Phil Wang For those with long memories they may remember Brian Conley best from his titular TV show in the 1990s and early 2000s. The Brian Conley Show ran from 1992 to 1995 and again from 2000 to 2002. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad More recently he played Tom 'Rocky' Cotton on BBC's long-running soap EastEnders. He was in the role from 2021 to 2023. Kate Garraway is best known for her TV presenting roles - including Good Morning Britain. She is also the host of Mid Mornings with Kate Garraway on Smooth Radio. Jonathan Ross will be an extremely familiar face to television watchers - including his self-title show. He is set to appear in Celebrity Traitors on the BBC later this year. Ruth Madeley has had a recurring role on Doctor Who since 2023 as UNIT's Shirley Anne Bingham. She also appeared in Years and Years and The Rook. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Kiri Pritchard-McLean is a stand-up comedian, who you may have heard on BBC Radio Wales. Phil Wang is also a comedian who has been on shows like Taskmaster, 8 out of 10 Cats and more.
Business Upturn
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Is ‘Beyond Paradise' returning for season 4? Everything we know so far
By Aman Shukla Published on May 9, 2025, 19:30 IST Last updated May 9, 2025, 14:39 IST Fans of the beloved British crime drama Beyond Paradise are eagerly awaiting news about a potential Season 4. As a spin-off of the long-running Death in Paradise , the show has carved out its own niche with its charming blend of mystery, humor, and heartfelt storytelling in the fictional Devon town of Shipton Abbott. With Season 3 concluding on a bittersweet note, viewers are desperate to know: Is Beyond Paradise Season 4 happening? Here's everything we know so far about the show's future. Has Beyond Paradise Been Renewed for Season 4? As of May 2025, the BBC has not officially confirmed whether Beyond Paradise will return for a fourth season. However, there's reason for optimism. The show has been a consistent performer, with Season 1 drawing 8.7 million viewers for its premiere episode and subsequent seasons maintaining strong viewership. The Death in Paradise franchise, including spin-offs like Beyond Paradise and Return to Paradise , continues to thrive, with Death in Paradise already filming its 15th season. When Could Beyond Paradise Season 4 Premiere? If Beyond Paradise is renewed for Season 4, it will likely premiere between late February and early April 2026, following the established release pattern. A Christmas Special in December 2025 is also expected, potentially serving as a lead-in to the new season. The show would continue airing on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, and BritBox in the US. Where to Watch Beyond Paradise Can't wait for Season 4? Catch up on Beyond Paradise Seasons 1–3 on BBC iPlayer in the UK or BritBox in the US. New episodes, including the 2025 Christmas Special and potential Season 4, will air on BBC One and stream on BBC iPlayer. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
The Independent
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Outnumbered's Claire Skinner admits worry at Christmas reunion reaction
Outnumbered star Claire Skinner has revealed how worried she was about the public's reaction to their Christmas reunion special in 2024. The actor, who plays mother Sue Brockman in the BBC sitcom, told The One Show she was thrilled with the reception to the episode but initially had doubts over what viewers would think. "We weren't sure, you are never sure, because it was 10 years, I think, since we last did it," Skinner told Alex Jones and JB Gill. "We had such a lovely time doing it."
