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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Major boost for Towie fans as ITV plan huge schedule shake-up ahead of channel move
Keep scrolling to find out what's in store for fans big change Major boost for Towie fans as ITV plan huge schedule shake-up ahead of channel move Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE Only Way Is Essex fans will receive a boost thanks to a schedule shake-up ahead of the impending channel move. The long-running reality show launched in 2010 and moved to ITVBe in October 2014. 5 The Only Way Is Essex fans are set for a major boost Credit: Lime Pictures 5 The long-running reality show launched back in 2010 Credit: Lime Pictures 5 This shake-up will take the show back to its roots Credit: Lime Pictures With ITVBe now closing, the programme is returning to its original home on ITV2 from Autumn 2025. Ahead of the move, TOWIE will be reverting to airing twice a week. It will see a new midweek episode joining the usual Sunday instalment. This was the show's original screening pattern but it reverted to one episode per week back in 2018. A source said: 'ITV want to make a big splash with the show returning to its original home on ITV2 with the closure of ITVBe. "It's one of their flagship shows and it's still one of ITVX's most streamed shows with 66 million streams in the last 12 months alone. "Bosses think it's high time the show was reinstated to airing twice a week, just like it did in its original heyday. "It's amazing news for fans who will be getting double their fix of drama, and the cast are thrilled too. "It's a huge vote of confidence in the show after all these years on air.' Some of the show's current stars include Junaid Ahmed, Joe Blackman and Ella Rae Wise. 'Gutted' Amy Childs 'cancels wedding to Billy Delbosq' after fan backlash over extreme weight loss In particular Ella, 24, appeared in this year's series of Celebrity Big Brother. Original cast members Lauren Goodger and Amy Childs returned in 2024 and 2020, respectively. Earlier this year, it was revealed bosses were making ITV2 the home of reality TV, with all future series broadcasting from there. TOWIE STARS SPIN OFF WITH the announcement TOWIE will return in 2025 for two new series, it's good news for some former ITVBE stars, too TWO of the show's best loved former stars will celebrate their own big life moments with a spin off series featuring Tommy Mallet and Georgia Kousoulou. Their new show title is currently unconfirmed. The pair, who first met and found love on TOWIE back in 2014, finally say 'I Do' in a three part special produced by Objective Entertainment. The show will follow on from the success of their Baby Steps series. An insider said at the time: "ITV has seen incredible success and record breaking numbers of viewers on ITV2, so following that success they'll be shutting ITVBe and moving Towie onto ITV2, which will now be the home of reality. "ITVBe shuts in June, then the new series of Towie will debut on ITV2 in Autumn." The Sun revealed Sam and Billie Faiers are reuniting for a new series, which will focus on them and how they juggle their busy careers. Originally expected to air on ITVBe, the sisters' new series will also move to ITV2 now. 5 Junaid Ahmed, who has appeared on TOWIE since 2022 Credit: ITV
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Major boost for Towie fans as ITV plan huge schedule shake-up ahead of channel move
THE Only Way Is Essex fans will receive a boost thanks to a schedule shake-up ahead of the impending channel move. The long-running reality show launched in 2010 and moved to ITVBe in October 2014. 5 The Only Way Is Essex fans are set for a major boost Credit: Lime Pictures 5 The long-running reality show launched back in 2010 Credit: Lime Pictures 5 This shake-up will take the show back to its roots Credit: Lime Pictures With Autumn 2025. Ahead of the move, TOWIE will be reverting to airing twice a week. It will see a new midweek episode joining the usual Sunday instalment. This was the show's original screening pattern but it Read more on Towie A source said: 'ITV want to make a big splash with the show returning to its original home on ITV2 with the closure of ITVBe . "It's one of their flagship shows and it's still one of ITVX's most streamed shows with 66 million streams in the last 12 months alone. "Bosses think it's high time the show was reinstated to airing twice a week, just like it did in its original heyday. "It's amazing news for fans who will be getting double their fix of drama, and the cast are thrilled too. Most read in Reality "It's a huge vote of confidence in the show after all these years on air.' Some of the show's current stars include Junaid Ahmed, Joe Blackman and 'Gutted' Amy Childs 'cancels wedding to Billy Delbosq' after fan backlash over extreme weight loss In particular Ella, 24, appeared in this year's series of Celebrity Big Brother. Original cast members Lauren Goodger and Amy Childs returned in 2024 and 2020, respectively. Earlier this year, it was revealed bosses were making ITV2 the home of reality TV, with all future series broadcasting from there. TOWIE STARS SPIN OFF WITH the announcement TOWIE will return in 2025 for two new series, it's good news for some former ITVBE stars, too TWO of the show's best loved former stars will celebrate their own big life moments with a spin off series featuring Tommy Mallet and Georgia Kousoulou. Their new show title is currently unconfirmed. The pair, who first met and found love on TOWIE back in 2014, finally say 'I Do' in a three part special produced by Objective Entertainment. The show will follow on from the success of their Baby Steps series. An insider said at the time: "ITV has seen incredible success and record breaking numbers of viewers on ITV2, so following that success they'll be shutting ITVBe and moving Towie onto ITV2, which will now be the home of reality. " ITVBe shuts in June, then the new series of Towie will debut on ITV2 in Autumn ." The Sun revealed Originally expected to air on ITVBe , the sisters' new series will also move to ITV2 now. 5 Junaid Ahmed, who has appeared on TOWIE since 2022 Credit: ITV 5 Ella Rae Wise starred in Celebrity Big Brother 2025 Credit: Instagram
The Sun
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Towie future confirmed as ITV bosses reveal fate of long-running reality show ahead of 15 year milestone
THE Only Way Is Essex will be returning for another series in the autumn. And the ITV favourite will be celebrating 15 years on air with a very special trip to Portugal for the first time ever. 5 5 5 Last night series 35 came to an end, with the fate of some cast members hanging in the balance after a particularly emotional few months, featuring break ups and some irreparable damage amongst friendship groups. Fans will pick up where they left off when the BAFTA winning show returns later this year. The drama is set to unfold against the backdrop of golden beaches, secluded coves and turquoise waters as the Essex crew navigate the trials and tribulations of their relationships and rivalries. Rebecca Kenny-Smith, Creative Director, Unscripted, Objective Entertainment said: 'This is Towie's first trip to Portugal and it's shaping up to be an unforgettable getaway! "We're anticipating lots of Towie antics in the Algarve and what better way to celebrate the milestone 15th anniversary. It's fantastic to start the new series with a burst of sunshine and then we're back in Essex for more drama.' Series 36 also marks a homecoming for Towie as it will return to ITV2 and ITVX for its 15th anniversary year, having initially debuted its first 12 series on ITV2. Viewers are concerned that one star who might not return is Ella Rae Wise - as she cryptically commented last night: "@towie [cheers] to series 35! Over & outttt.' It comes after The Sun revealed how Love Island bosses are lining her up for the new series. We told this week that execs are in talks with the reality favourite to appear in the villa this summer following her bitter split with her boyfriend Dan Edgar and her stint on CBB. Emotional moment Towie stars break down in floods of tears as rivals come face to face for dramatic showdown in first look at series finale Last night saw the gang celebrate Jordan's 30th birthday with a Moulin Rouge themed party. It was a chance for Junaid and Joe to tell their cast mates how they have felt about being ostracised from the group. As Joe broke down in tears, Sophie told him: 'From today that can change.' Elsewhere Saffron and Harry resolved their issues and Jordan and Sophie discussed their future. Dan Edgar asked Ella Rae Wise to be his girlfriend - but since filming ended the relationship is over. 5 5
Scottish Sun
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Towie future confirmed as ITV bosses reveal fate of long-running reality show ahead of 15 year milestone
THE Only Way Is Essex will be returning for another series in the autumn. And the ITV favourite will be celebrating 15 years on air with a very special trip to Portugal for the first time ever. 5 Sophie helped Jordan celebrate his birthday in the finale Credit: FACEBOOK/TOWIE 5 Matilda and Roman looked very loved up Credit: FACEBOOK/TOWIE 5 Harry finally seems to have put his issues behind him Credit: FACEBOOK/TOWIE Last night series 35 came to an end, with the fate of some cast members hanging in the balance after a particularly emotional few months, featuring break ups and some irreparable damage amongst friendship groups. Fans will pick up where they left off when the BAFTA winning show returns later this year. The drama is set to unfold against the backdrop of golden beaches, secluded coves and turquoise waters as the Essex crew navigate the trials and tribulations of their relationships and rivalries. Rebecca Kenny-Smith, Creative Director, Unscripted, Objective Entertainment said: 'This is Towie's first trip to Portugal and it's shaping up to be an unforgettable getaway! "We're anticipating lots of Towie antics in the Algarve and what better way to celebrate the milestone 15th anniversary. It's fantastic to start the new series with a burst of sunshine and then we're back in Essex for more drama.' Series 36 also marks a homecoming for Towie as it will return to ITV2 and ITVX for its 15th anniversary year, having initially debuted its first 12 series on ITV2. Viewers are concerned that one star who might not return is Ella Rae Wise - as she cryptically commented last night: "@towie [cheers] to series 35! Over & outttt.' It comes after The Sun revealed how Love Island bosses are lining her up for the new series. We told this week that execs are in talks with the reality favourite to appear in the villa this summer following her bitter split with her boyfriend Dan Edgar and her stint on CBB. Emotional moment Towie stars break down in floods of tears as rivals come face to face for dramatic showdown in first look at series finale Last night saw the gang celebrate Jordan's 30th birthday with a Moulin Rouge themed party. It was a chance for Junaid and Joe to tell their cast mates how they have felt about being ostracised from the group. As Joe broke down in tears, Sophie told him: 'From today that can change.' Elsewhere Saffron and Harry resolved their issues and Jordan and Sophie discussed their future. Dan Edgar asked Ella Rae Wise to be his girlfriend - but since filming ended the relationship is over. 5 Dan and Ella were looking good - but have since split Credit: FACEBOOK/TOWIE
The Irish Sun
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Towie future confirmed as ITV bosses reveal fate of long-running reality show ahead of 15 year milestone
THE Only Way Is Essex will be returning for another series in the autumn. And the ITV favourite will be celebrating 15 years on air with a very special trip to Portugal for the first time ever. 5 Sophie helped Jordan celebrate his birthday in the finale Credit: FACEBOOK/TOWIE 5 Matilda and Roman looked very loved up Credit: FACEBOOK/TOWIE 5 Harry finally seems to have put his issues behind him Credit: FACEBOOK/TOWIE Last night series 35 came to an end, with the fate of some cast members hanging in the balance after a particularly emotional few months, featuring break ups and some irreparable damage amongst friendship groups. Fans will pick up where they left off when the BAFTA winning show returns later this year. The drama is set to unfold against the backdrop of golden beaches, secluded coves and turquoise waters as the Essex crew navigate the trials and tribulations of their relationships and rivalries. Rebecca Kenny-Smith, Creative Director, Unscripted, Objective Entertainment said: 'This is Towie's first trip to Portugal and it's shaping up to be an unforgettable getaway! Read More on Towie "We're anticipating lots of Towie antics in the Algarve and what better way to celebrate the milestone 15th anniversary. It's fantastic to start the new series with a burst of sunshine and then we're back in Essex for more drama.' Series 36 also marks a homecoming for Towie as it will return to ITV2 and ITVX for its 15th anniversary year, having initially debuted its first 12 series on ITV2. Viewers are concerned that Most read in Reality It comes after The Sun revealed how Love Island bosses are We told this week that execs are in talks with the reality favourite to appear in the villa this summer following her bitter split with her boyfriend Emotional moment Towie stars break down in floods of tears as rivals come face to face for dramatic showdown in first look at series finale Last night saw the gang celebrate Jordan's 30th birthday with a Moulin Rouge themed party. It was a chance for Junaid and Joe to tell their cast mates how they have felt about being ostracised from the group. As Joe broke down in tears, Sophie told him: 'From today that can change.' Elsewhere Saffron and Harry resolved their issues and Jordan and Sophie discussed their Dan Edgar asked Ella Rae Wise to be his girlfriend - but since filming ended the relationship is over. 5 Dan and Ella were looking good - but have since split Credit: FACEBOOK/TOWIE 5 Junaid and Joe revealed how they are feeling
