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Powys County Times
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
Lenny Henry and Rachel Riley among stars diving with sharks in new show
Actor Sir Lenny Henry and Countdown star Rachel Riley are among the famous faces who are diving with sharks for a new show. Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters is set to air in 2025 as the 50th anniversary of Steven Spielberg's three-time Oscar-winning film Jaws is celebrated this year. Participants also include presenter Ade Adepitan, Call The Midwife actress Helen George, comedian Ross Noble, McFly bassist Dougie Poynter and Amandaland actress Lucy Punch. ITV said that the 'group of ocean-phobic celebrities' will be heading to the Bahamas, where they will have to dive with bigger and more dangerous species of sharks. Bimini, the island where the show will be filmed, is home to around seven to 10 different types of the fish including Caribbean reef sharks, great hammerhead sharks, bull sharks and tiger sharks. The celebrities will also take part in a series of challenges as they learn the importance of sharks to oceans' ecosystems. Karen Plumb, head of factual entertainment at production company Plimsoll Productions, said: 'The team at Plimsoll is uniquely positioned to pioneer this format that blends conservation with wildly entertaining pop culture. 'We're constantly looking for innovative approaches to wildlife storytelling and are certain that our fish-out-of-water spin – delivering 50 years after Jaws – will transform the world's perception of these critical predators before it's too late.' Sir Lenny, 66, who is known for sketch show The Lenny Henry Show, and sitcom Chef, has also been in fantasy series The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power, and taken part in ITV celebrity singing programme The Masked Singer. Riley, 39, has been on BBC competitions Strictly Come Dancing, Richard Osman's House Of Games and The Weakest Link. She has previously voiced support for Bite-Back, a shark and marine conservation charity. I'm A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! winner Poynter, 37, has previously campaigned for action on plastics to protect oceans and wildlife. He has released the book Plastic Sucks! You Can Make A Difference, and used his Instagram account to criticise the use of shark fins in medicine, and soup. Call The Midwife star George, 40, said in a post on Instagram: 'One of the most insane experiences of my life, learning about these incredible creatures, with equally incredible humans.' Katie Rawcliffe, head of entertainment commissioning at ITV, said: 'We're super excited to be combining the work of Plimsoll – a blue chip natural history production company – with the expertise of ITV Entertainment. 'Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters promises to be a once in a lifetime challenge for some of the bravest celebrities out there.' Bite-Back's founder Graham Buckingham has previously said that Jaws is not a 'documentary', and pushed for the public to 'learn to see them (sharks) as awesome, fascinating and incredible creatures worthy of protection'. According to the Natural History Museum, shark attacks fell to the lowest level in more than three decades last year, with the International Shark Attack File saying that 47 people were hurt in 'unprovoked shark attacks' in 2024.
Wales Online
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Lenny Henry and Rachel Riley among stars diving with sharks in new show
Lenny Henry and Rachel Riley among stars diving with sharks in new show Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters is set to air in 2025 The seven celebrities will be facing their biggest fear (Image: ITV ) Actor Sir Lenny Henry and Countdown star Rachel Riley are among the famous faces who are diving with sharks for a new show. Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters is set to air in 2025 as the 50th anniversary of Steven Spielberg's three-time Oscar-winning film Jaws is celebrated this year. Participants also include presenter Ade Adepitan, Call The Midwife actress Helen George, comedian Ross Noble, McFly bassist Dougie Poynter and Amandaland actress Lucy Punch. ITV said that the "group of ocean-phobic celebrities" will be heading to the Bahamas, where they will have to dive with bigger and more dangerous species of sharks. Bimini, the island where the show will be filmed, is home to around seven to 10 different types of the fish including Caribbean reef sharks, great hammerhead sharks, bull sharks and tiger sharks. The celebrities will also take part in a series of challenges as they learn the importance of sharks to oceans' ecosystems. Article continues below Karen Plumb, head of factual entertainment at production company Plimsoll Productions, said: "The team at Plimsoll is uniquely positioned to pioneer this format that blends conservation with wildly entertaining pop culture. "We're constantly looking for innovative approaches to wildlife storytelling and are certain that our fish-out-of-water spin – delivering 50 years after Jaws – will transform the world's perception of these critical predators before it's too late." Sir Lenny, 66, who is known for sketch show The Lenny Henry Show, and sitcom Chef, has also been in fantasy series The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power, and taken part in ITV celebrity singing programme The Masked Singer. Riley, 39, has been on BBC competitions Strictly Come Dancing, Richard Osman's House Of Games and The Weakest Link. She has previously voiced support for Bite-Back, a shark and marine conservation charity. I'm A Me Out of Here! winner Poynter, 37, has previously campaigned for action on plastics to protect oceans and wildlife. He has released the book Plastic Sucks! You Can Make A Difference, and used his Instagram account to criticise the use of shark fins in medicine, and soup. Call The Midwife star George, 40, said in a post on Instagram: "One of the most insane experiences of my life, learning about these incredible creatures, with equally incredible humans." Katie Rawcliffe, head of entertainment commissioning at ITV, said: "We're super excited to be combining the work of Plimsoll – a blue chip natural history production company – with the expertise of ITV Entertainment. Article continues below "Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters promises to be a once in a lifetime challenge for some of the bravest celebrities out there." Bite-Back's founder Graham Buckingham has previously said that Jaws is not a "documentary", and pushed for the public to "learn to see them (sharks) as awesome, fascinating and incredible creatures worthy of protection". According to the Natural History Museum, shark attacks fell to the lowest level in more than three decades last year, with the International Shark Attack File saying that 47 people were hurt in "unprovoked shark attacks" in 2024.
Scottish Sun
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Brit comedy legend, boyband star and Strictly contestant sign up for ITV's new SHARK attack reality show
Keep scrolling to find out who's signed up for the show star power Brit comedy legend, boyband star and Strictly contestant sign up for ITV's new SHARK attack reality show ITV have confirmed the line-up for its new SHARK attack reality show - including a comedy legend, boyband star and Strictly contestant. Titled SHARK! Celebrity Infested Waters, the programme will see a group of famous faces encountering different types of sharks. 9 ITV's new reality show SHARK! Celebrity Infested Waters has confirmed its cast Credit: ITV 9 Comedy legend Sir Lenny Henry Credit: Getty 9 Countdown and Strictly star Rachel Riley Credit: Getty 9 McFly's bassist Dougie Poynter Credit: Getty Among those taking up the challenge will be comedy icon Sir Lenny Henry, McFly's Dougie Poynter and Countdown star Rachel Riley. Rounding out the line-up are Ade Adepitan, Helen George, Ross Noble and Lucy Punch. These ocean-phobic stars will be tasked with diving alongside different types of shark - as breeds get bigger and bigger each time. It will air to coincide with the 50th Anniversary of Oscar-winning film Jaws. Filming will take place on Bimini, an island in The Bahamas, which is home to shark types such as Hammerheads, Bull sharks and Tiger sharks. The Sun first revealed news of the jaw-dropping reality show last year. At the time, the programme was in its early stages and no one had been cast yet. Insiders saud the challenges will blow every other challenge show like SAS: Who Dares Wins and I'm A Celebrity's Bushtucker trials out the water. A source said at the time: 'Shark! Celebrity Infested Water will literally do what it says on the tin but in the most jaw-dropping way possible. 'Very few people have the guts to scuba dive, never mind swim with sharks but a group of celebrities will be called on to do just that. Ade Adepitan meets baby elephants in Nairobi orphanage for BBC One doc Our Changing Planet ITV also hoped to book a high-profile naturalist to provide a voiceover and convey a marine conservation message. Karen Plumb, Head of Factual Entertainment, Plimsoll Productions, said previously: 'The team at Plimsoll is uniquely positioned to pioneer this format that blends conservation with wildly entertaining pop culture "We're constantly looking for innovative approaches to wildlife storytelling and are certain that our fish-out-of-water spin – delivering 50 years after Jaws – will transform the world's perception of these critical predators before it's too late.' Katie Rawcliffe, Head of Entertainment Commissioning ITV commented: 'We're super excited to be combining the work of Plimsoll - a Blue Chip natural history production company - with the expertise of ITV Entertainment. "SHARK! Celebrity Infested Waters promises to be a once in a lifetime challenge for some of the bravest celebrities out there.' SHARK! Celebrity Infested Waters is coming soon to ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player. 9 Call the Midwife actress Helen George Credit: Getty 9 TV presenter Ade Adepitan Credit: Instagran / @adeadepitan 9 Amandaland and Motherland star Lucy Punch Credit: Getty 9 Comedian and actor Ross Noble Credit: Getty - Contributor
The Irish Sun
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Brit comedy legend, boyband star and Strictly contestant sign up for ITV's new SHARK attack reality show
ITV have confirmed the line-up for its new SHARK attack reality show - including a comedy legend, boyband star and Strictly contestant. Titled SHARK! Celebrity Infested Waters, the programme will see a group of famous faces encountering different types of sharks. Advertisement 9 ITV's new reality show SHARK! Celebrity Infested Waters has confirmed its cast Credit: ITV 9 Comedy legend Sir Lenny Henry Credit: Getty 9 Countdown and Strictly star Rachel Riley Credit: Getty 9 McFly's bassist Dougie Poynter Credit: Getty Among those taking up the challenge will be comedy icon Sir Rounding out the line-up are Ade Adepitan, These ocean-phobic stars will be tasked with diving alongside different types of shark - as breeds get bigger and bigger each time. It will air to coincide with the 50th Anniversary of Oscar-winning film Jaws. Advertisement Read more on ITV Filming will take place on Bimini, an island in The Bahamas, which is home to shark types such as Hammerheads, Bull sharks and Tiger sharks. The Sun news of the jaw-dropping reality show last year. At the time, the programme was in its early stages and no one had been cast yet. Insiders saud the challenges will blow every other challenge show like SAS: Who Dares Wins and I'm A Celebrity's Bushtucker trials out the water. Advertisement Most read in Reality Exclusive A source said at the time: 'Shark! Celebrity Infested Water will literally do what it says on the tin but in the most jaw-dropping way possible. 'Very few people have the guts to scuba dive, never mind swim with sharks but a group of celebrities will be called on to do just that. Ade Adepitan meets baby elephants in Nairobi orphanage for BBC One doc Our Changing Planet ITV also hoped to book a high-profile naturalist to provide a voiceover and convey a marine conservation message. Karen Plumb, Head of Factual Entertainment, Plimsoll Productions, said previously: 'The team at Plimsoll is uniquely positioned to pioneer this format that blends conservation with wildly entertaining pop culture Advertisement "We're constantly looking for innovative approaches to wildlife storytelling and are certain that our fish-out-of-water spin – delivering 50 years after Jaws – will transform the world's perception of these critical predators before it's too late.' Katie Rawcliffe, Head of Entertainment Commissioning ITV commented: 'We're super excited to be combining the work of Plimsoll - a Blue Chip natural history production company - with the expertise of ITV Entertainment. "SHARK! Celebrity Infested Waters promises to be a once in a lifetime challenge for some of the bravest celebrities out there.' SHARK! Celebrity Infested Waters is coming soon to ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player. Advertisement 9 Call the Midwife actress Helen George Credit: Getty 9 TV presenter Ade Adepitan Credit: Instagran / @adeadepitan 9 Amandaland and Motherland star Lucy Punch Credit: Getty 9 Comedian and actor Ross Noble Credit: Getty - Contributor Advertisement 9 The show's line-up pictured together Credit: ITV
The Sun
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Brit comedy legend, boyband star and Strictly contestant sign up for ITV's new SHARK attack reality show
ITV have confirmed the line-up for its new SHARK attack reality show - including a comedy legend, boyband star and Strictly contestant. Titled SHARK! Celebrity Infested Waters, the programme will see a group of famous faces encountering different types of sharks. 9 9 9 9 Among those taking up the challenge will be comedy icon Sir Lenny Henry, McFly 's Dougie Poynter and Countdown star Rachel Riley. Rounding out the line-up are Ade Adepitan, Helen George, Ross Noble and Lucy Punch. These ocean-phobic stars will be tasked with diving alongside different types of shark - as breeds get bigger and bigger each time. It will air to coincide with the 50th Anniversary of Oscar-winning film Jaws. Filming will take place on Bimini, an island in The Bahamas, which is home to shark types such as Hammerheads, Bull sharks and Tiger sharks. The Sun first revealed news of the jaw-dropping reality show last year. At the time, the programme was in its early stages and no one had been cast yet. SAS: Who Dares Wins and I'm A Celebrity's Bushtucker trials out the water. A source said at the time: 'Shark! Celebrity Infested Water will literally do what it says on the tin but in the most jaw-dropping way possible. 'Very few people have the guts to scuba dive, never mind swim with sharks but a group of celebrities will be called on to do just that. Ade Adepitan meets baby elephants in Nairobi orphanage for BBC One doc Our Changing Planet ITV also hoped to book a high-profile naturalist to provide a voiceover and convey a marine conservation message. Karen Plumb, Head of Factual Entertainment, Plimsoll Productions, said previously: 'The team at Plimsoll is uniquely positioned to pioneer this format that blends conservation with wildly entertaining pop culture "We're constantly looking for innovative approaches to wildlife storytelling and are certain that our fish-out-of-water spin – delivering 50 years after Jaws – will transform the world's perception of these critical predators before it's too late.' Katie Rawcliffe, Head of Entertainment Commissioning ITV commented: 'We're super excited to be combining the work of Plimsoll - a Blue Chip natural history production company - with the expertise of ITV Entertainment. "SHARK! Celebrity Infested Waters promises to be a once in a lifetime challenge for some of the bravest celebrities out there.' SHARK! Celebrity Infested Waters is coming soon to ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player. 9 9 9 9 9
