I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here

It doesn’t take long for the reality shows to start sniffing out a new potential crowd-pleaser.

It’s being reported that several reality shows are keen to sign up Michael Owen for their new seasons after the footballer announced his retirement.

The former England striker is said to be on the radar for shows such as Strictly Come Dancing and I’m A Celebrity.

Owen said when he retired: “As many of you will have seen, I have appeared on various channels trying out different roles and gaining experience for a future on TV. I am currently in discussions with several broadcasters and hoping to secure a contract for next season and beyond,” he said. Continue reading »

Grimmy rumoured for The Xtra Factor

BBC Radio 1’s Nick Grimshaw has been rumoured to be joining Caroline Flack on The Xtra Factor this season. Olly Murs is not expected to be returning to the ITV2 series.

Jonathan Creek returning Easter Monday

Alan Davies has confirmed that the new episode of Jonathan Creek will air on Easter Monday. He told Digital Spy: “It’s lovely to be back together. It’s always the same cast and crew and we’ve also got Rik Mayall and Joanna Lumley this time. It’s like having an old family back together.” Continue reading »

Ant & Dec says they are looking at having another crack at American TV.

The ITV presenting duo, whose credits include Britain’s Got Talent and I’m A Celebrity, failed to make an impact when they hosted an American series back in 2008.

The pair fronted the ABC gameshow Wanna Bet? But it was cancelled after just one season due to low ratings.

“We probably will try our luck in America again. It never really worked because the network didn’t get behind us; it would need to be the right show,” they said. Continue reading »

Michael Vaughan leaves Strictly

Michael Vaughan has been eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing after placing in the bottom two alongside Nicky Byrne. All four judges voted to save Byrne, with Vaughan saying afterwards: “I’ve had a ball. Nine weeks ago I had never been on a shiny floor, and I’ve got to December. September, October, November and still dancing in December. I’ve drained every ounce of dance ability out of my body because of this lady… everything about this show, the judges and everyone backstage, all the contestants have been great, I’ve got new friends that I’ve made for life.”

Union J departs X Factor

Union J has become the ninth act to depart The X Factor this season. The boyband were eliminated automatically by the public vote as there was no judges’ vote. Continue reading »

Just three remain in the jungle following Eric Bristow’s elimination from I’m A Celebrity last night.

The darts champ finishes fourth overall, after spending 20 days in the Australian wilderness.

Following his exit, he told Ant and Dec: “I had a great time but I would have liked to make the last three.

“I would have liked to have a go at (eating) the grubs for my kids.” Continue reading »

David departs Young Apprentice

David Odhiambo has been fired by Lord Sugar on this week’s edition of Young Apprentice. The 17-year-old failed to impress in the kids’ club task assigned this week.

Rylan to guest host Daybreak

Eliminated X Factor contestant Rylan Clark will fill in for Richard Arnold on ITV’s Daybreak next week. The singer will be on the show between 3-7 December. Continue reading »

Hugo Taylor leaves I’m A Celebrity

Hugo Taylor has been voted off I’m A Celebrity after receiving the fewest public votes. The Made in Chelsea cast member said after his elimination: “In the beginning, because I’m so used to having everything my own way, everyone was getting on my nerves. When I’m hungry, that’s when I’m at my worst. I definitely became calmer and more relaxed about things. I used to think if you become stressed, things would get done quicker.”

Gary Barlow unsure about Simon Cowell

Gary Barlow has said that he is unsure whether or not he could still be in the X Factor if Simon Cowell has on the panel beside him. “Could I judge alongside Simon Cowell if he came back? Mmm, I don’t know,” he told The Mirror. Continue reading »

Wednesday, 5 December 2012, 8:00PM – 9:00PM

What do the celebrities do when they are thrust back into their world of luxury? This 60 minute show for ITV1 follows the transition from camp survivor to re-born celebrity. From the moment the celebrities leave the jungle to return to extravagant, 5 star luxury, the show follows them during their first few days of freedom on Australia’s beautiful Gold Coast.

Rosemary leaves I’m A Celebrity

Rosemary Shrager has been eliminated from I’m A Celebrity after receiving the fewest public votes. When asked by Ant and dec how she felt to be leaving, she said: “It feels amazing! What an experience, I’ve absolutely loved it. But if anybody told me it was going to be that hard…”

Charlotte Church on Question Time

Charlotte Church has been confirmed to be appearing on Question Time this week. The Welsh singer will appear alongside Shadow Immigration Minister Chris Bryant MP, Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin MP, Neil Wallis, former executive editor of the News of the World, and columnist Simon Jenkins. Continue reading »

Helen Flanagan leaves I’m A Celebrity

Helen Flanagan has left the jungle after receiving the fewest public votes on I’m A Celebrity. The actress said after her exit: “Even though some of the trials were quite bad, I’m proud of myself. It wasn’t my fault that I kept getting the trials. It was like doom.”

Suits returning to Dave

The second season of US legal drama Suits will air on Dave in January. The first season proved successful on the channel, pulling 879,000 for its launch. Continue reading »