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Scottish Sun
03-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Holly Willoughby's big budget Netflix show Bear Hunt AXED – leaving her without a show on TV
It's been all change for ITV's former golden girl NETFLIX'S big budget adventure series Bear Hunt has been axed after just one series, The Sun can reveal. The show, set in Costa Rica, was fronted by Bear Grylls and Holly Willoughby - and means Holly, 44, is currently without a primetime TV show for the first time in over 20 years. Advertisement 6 Netflix's Celebrity Bear Hunt has been axed, The Sun can reveal Credit: Netflix 6 A source told us everyone involved with the show was 'gutted' Credit: Tom Dymond/Netflix 6 Holly, 44, fronted the series with Bear Grylls Credit: Tom Dymond/Netflix The decision not to recommission the heavily backed series comes following a series of last ditch production meetings where various cost-cutting measures were discussed. Last night a source said: 'Everyone involved with Bear Hunt is absolutely gutted - they loved the format, and it actually hit its targets from the streaming side. "But the overall cost of travel, insurance and, of course, securing big name talent proved too dear - it was completely untenable even after they looked at filming closer to home, and making more of a budget show. 'It is no slight on Holly or Bear either and execs are now trying to find another formula for them to showcase their talents. Advertisement "Naturally it's a real blow to Holly as it's the latest show to have time called, but she's a professional and knows that sometimes this is how it goes. 'She's got a number of other exciting projects in the pipeline; that's showbiz, after all.' News of the show's termination comes just four months after it first aired. It showed adventurer Bear hunting down 12 celebrities in the jungle including Boris Becker, Mel B, Shirley Ballas and Lottie Moss, whilst Holly, 44, presented it. Advertisement Fans were frustrated she was not given more air time and, according to reports, she therefore earned the equivalent of £40,000 per minute she was on air. It has been a tricky few months for the star. How ITV are losing grip on 'golden girl' Holly Willoughby as she eyes £10m TV megadeal and plans to follow TV legend After she quit This Morning in October 2023 - following a horrific rape and kidnap threat - she took a three month break from telly to be with her family. She bravely returned to ITV'S Dancing On Ice - a show she had hosted alongside former best pal Phillip Schofield, 63, since 2006 - last January. Advertisement But the once-popular skating showed was also given the axe earlier this year - which she latterly fronted alongside with Stephen Mulhern - whilst she quit You Bet, another show starring Stephen, 47, in March. Recently, the mum of three also launched a huge sale on her lifestyle brand. Could You Bet! be the full circle moment Holly Willoughby needs? By Joshua Rom When Holly Willoughby finally announced her departure from This Morning in October 2023 it felt almost like a crescendo. After her feud with Phillip Schofield, dealing with the revelation about his workplace relationship, months of speculation, a lacklustre return to the daytime show and a horrendous kidnap plot it seemed like her own departure was almost a relief. She made her return to TV on Dancing On Ice, a show that first shot her to superstardom that she knew inside and out. This was combined with a long-standing colleague from her days in children's TV to serve as her co-host in the form of Stephen Mulhern. It was a safe and steady bet for the star that placed emphasis on the continuity of her career despite unprecedented challenges. She was previously announced as one of the hosts for a new jungle challenge show for Netflix called Bear Hunt. The streamer reportedly spent £1million on a 'ring of steel' security detail made up of ex-special forces and former military guns to protect her against drug gangs and kidnappers. We are still yet to see this show but with contestants such as Mel B, Shirley Ballas and Steph McGovern it is sure to be a must-watch. But You Bet! feels like a proper homecoming for the star as she returns to ITV with her first new format since she left This Morning. Her partnership with Stephen Mulhern will continue and the new show could cement them as the new golden hosting couple of the most popular commercial broadcaster. Huge names like Olly Murs and Harry Redknapp will only bolster their star power and viewers will surely love the on-screen reunion with her former colleague and BFF Alison Hammond. Plus, you cannot go wrong with a beloved TV game show format from the 90s. The BBC can attest to this with the success of Gladiators. On paper, this news has all the qualities for a major success and maybe it will be the show to usher in a new era for Holly Willoughby. The presenter is founder of wellbeing business Wylde Moon, established back in 2021, which encourages shoppers to "value reconnecting with yourself." 6 The costs of travel, insurance and talent were to blame Credit: Tom Dymond/Netflix Advertisement 6 Holly is now left without a prime time TV show Credit: PA
The Irish Sun
03-06-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Holly Willoughby's big budget Netflix show Bear Hunt AXED – leaving her without a show on TV
NETFLIX'S big budget adventure series Bear Hunt has been axed after just one series, The Sun can reveal. The show, set in Advertisement 6 Netflix's Celebrity Bear Hunt has been axed, The Sun can reveal Credit: Netflix 6 A source told us everyone involved with the show was 'gutted' Credit: Tom Dymond/Netflix 6 Holly, 44, fronted the series with Bear Grylls Credit: Tom Dymond/Netflix The decision not to recommission the heavily backed series comes following a series of last ditch production meetings where various cost-cutting measures were discussed. Last night a source said: 'Everyone involved with Bear Hunt is absolutely gutted - they loved the format, and it actually hit its targets from the streaming side. "But the 'It is no slight on Holly or Bear either and execs are now trying to find another formula for them to showcase their talents. Advertisement read more holly willoughby "Naturally it's a real blow to Holly as it's the latest show to have time called, but she's a professional and knows that sometimes this is how it goes. 'She's got a number of other exciting projects in the pipeline; that's showbiz, after all.' News of the show's termination comes just four months after it first aired. It showed adventurer Bear hunting down 12 celebrities in the jungle including Boris Becker, Mel B, Shirley Ballas and Lottie Moss, whilst Holly, 44, presented it. Advertisement Most read in Reality Fans were frustrated she was not given more air time and, according to reports, she therefore earned the equivalent of £40,000 per minute she was on air. It has been a tricky few months for the star. How ITV are losing grip on 'golden girl' Holly Willoughby as she eyes £10m TV megadeal and plans to follow TV legend After she quit This Morning in October 2023 - following a horrific rape and kidnap threat - she took a three month break from telly to be with her family. She bravely returned to ITV'S Dancing On Ice - a show she had hosted alongside former best pal Phillip Schofield, 63, since 2006 - last January. Advertisement But the once-popular skating showed was also Recently, the mum of three also Could You Bet! be the full circle moment Holly Willoughby needs? By Joshua Rom When Holly Willoughby finally announced her departure from This Morning in October 2023 it felt almost like a crescendo. After her feud with Phillip Schofield, dealing with the revelation about his workplace relationship, months of speculation, a lacklustre return to the daytime show and a horrendous kidnap plot it seemed like her own departure was almost a relief. She made her return to TV on Dancing On Ice, a show that first shot her to superstardom that she knew inside and out. This was combined with a long-standing colleague from her days in children's TV to serve as her co-host in the form of She was previously announced as one of the hosts for a new jungle challenge show for Netflix called Bear Hunt. The streamer reportedly spent But You Bet! feels like a proper homecoming for the star as she returns to ITV with her first new format since she left This Morning. Her partnership with Stephen Mulhern will continue and the new show could cement them as the new golden hosting couple of the most popular commercial broadcaster. Huge names like Olly Murs and Harry Redknapp will only bolster their star power and viewers will surely love the on-screen reunion with her former colleague and BFF On paper, this news has all the qualities for a major success and maybe it will be the show to usher in a new era for Holly Willoughby. The presenter is founder of wellbeing business , established back in 2021, which encourages shoppers to "value reconnecting with yourself." 6 The costs of travel, insurance and talent were to blame Credit: Tom Dymond/Netflix Advertisement 6 Holly is now left without a prime time TV show Credit: PA 6 Her show Dancing On Ice was axed this year Credit: Instagram
The Irish Sun
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
All the swipes Amanda Holden has taken at Holly Willoughby as feud rumbles on
AMANDA Holden and Holly Willoughby seemingly have a secret feud that has been waging on for years. During the week, 6 Amanda Holden and Holly Willoughby has seemingly been at loggerheads for quite some time Credit: Rex 6 Amanda stepped in on This Morning while Holly was on maternity leave in 2014 Credit: Rex 6 Holly has hosted several ITV shows Credit: Instagram 6 Amanda has taken several swipes at Holly in the past Credit: Splash But this wasn't the first time that Amanda has taken a veiled dig at the Dancing On Ice and During a chat with Jamie teased Amanda about the possibility of her new Netflix dating series Amanda said she had seen reports suggesting it will be, but she "didn't know for sure". Read More about Amanda Holden Jamie then cheekily remarked: "What are they suggesting, they getting Holly Willoughby?" A shocked Amanda then said: "I… what?!" However, she quickly said: "No, they want a proper presenter." - suggesting Holly lacked the hosting skills that she had. Jamie then mock scolded her and said: "You're going to be in trouble." Most read in Showbiz But cheeky Amanda just replied: "No-one's listening." Amanda's alleged feud with Holly might have began in 2014. Raging Britain's Got Talent fans slam new rule as they insist Amanda Holden made HUGE mistake When she was at the helm of This Morning in 2014, Holly went on maternity leave. Amanda then joined the This Morning team and took over from October to January before she went to film Britain's Got Talent auditions. After BGT auditions had come to an end, Amanda then returned to the ITV daytime show again for a few months. Amanda and Phil, Could You Bet! be the full circle moment Holly Willoughby needs? By Joshua Rom When Holly Willoughby finally announced her departure from This Morning in October 2023 it felt almost like a crescendo. After her feud with Phillip Schofield, dealing with the revelation about his workplace relationship, months of speculation, a lacklustre return to the daytime show and a horrendous kidnap plot it seemed like her own departure was almost a relief. She made her return to TV on Dancing On Ice, a show that first shot her to superstardom that she knew inside and out. This was combined with a long-standing colleague from her days in children's TV to serve as her co-host in the form of She was previously announced as one of the hosts for a new jungle challenge show for Netflix called Bear Hunt. The streamer reportedly spent But You Bet! feels like a proper homecoming for the star as she returns to ITV with her first new format since she left This Morning. Her partnership with Stephen Mulhern will continue and the new show could cement them as the new golden hosting couple of the most popular commercial broadcaster. Huge names like Olly Murs and Harry Redknapp will only bolster their star power and viewers will surely love the on-screen reunion with her former colleague and BFF On paper, this news has all the qualities for a major success and maybe it will be the show to usher in a new era for Holly Willoughby. Years later, however, it was reported that relations between the pair had turned sour, with Amanda Instead Rochelle Humes was picked for the job. A source told The Sun at the time: 'Amanda was so excited when she learnt she had secured the role. "She is ITV's golden girl and has always been a firm favourite with This Morning. 'She's an experienced co-host and has filled in on the sofa on many occasions, including alongside Phil. 'So she was shocked when she was taken out to lunch by ITV executives who told her that unfortunately they couldn't follow through with the offer. "During the lunch they let slip they thought the decision had been heavily influenced by Phil and that he had thrown a spanner in the works. 'Their meeting was a few weeks before the news broke that Rochelle would be covering for Holly - and Amanda was understandably upset." A former daytime TV executive told us at the time: 'Phillip actively campaigned for Rochelle Humes to get the job despite Amanda being more experienced – and having been told privately she'd got the gig.' A spokesperson from ITV denied the claims in a statement: "It's deeply disappointing and unfair for Phillip to be the target of this sort of malicious gossip. "Phillip is a much-respected broadcaster and colleague and this is absolutely not a description of This Morning that we recognise.' Phillip was apparently 'lost for words.' Then, years later Amanda made a dig when she mimicked Holly's opening monologue on This Morning amid the Phillip Schofield scandal. Holly said to the viewers at home: "Right, deep breath. Firstly, are you ok? I hope so." The clip was Amanda shared a video where she was wearing a similar outfit to Holly and then seemingly copied her monologue. She addressed her fans and said: "Hello, it is Tuesday. Are you OK?" 6 In 2023, Holly asked viewers if they were okay after the Phillip Scofield drama Credit: Rex 6 Amanda then mimicked Holly in an Instagram story Credit: Instagram
