How to watch the Installation of the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury
The BBC will broadcast the historic Installation of the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury live today, marking the symbolic start of the Archbishop's public ministry in the Church of England and Anglican Communion. Audiences will be able to follow the ceremony live on BBC One and iPlayer as Archbishop Sarah makes history as the first woman to hold the position of the most senior bishop in the Church of England, and to be the ceremonial leader of the global Anglican Communion. Daisy Scalchi, the BBC's head of religion and ethics said: "The BBC will ensure that everyone across the UK will be able to join this historic ceremony and witness the Installation of the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury and the first ever woman in this position. "The BBC is committed to a range of religious programming - recognising the vital role religion, faith and beliefs play in bringing people together and helping people to understand the beliefs of others." Read on to find out more on when the historic event will be taking place. When is the Installation of the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury? The historic Installation of the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury will take place on Wednesday 25 March at Canterbury Cathedral. What time is the Installation of the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury on TV? The Installation of the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury will be broadcast live at 2:30pm on BBC One and iPlayer. During the broadcast, the Archbishop will swear an oath of obedience and deliver her first sermon in front of an expected congregation of 2,000 invited guests, including clergy from across the UK and the world, various faith communities, senior politicians, friends and family. As part of the broadcast, the Archbishop will speak exclusively to Paddy O'Connell and reflect on the challenges ahead. The Installation of the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury takes place on Wednesday 25 March at 2:30pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Mel Schilling – MAFS legend and relationship expert – dies aged 54, days after sharing cancer news
Her husband shared the heartbreaking news on social media.
Mel Schilling has died at 54 years old after a battle with colon cancer, her family have confirmed in a statement. Best known for her work as a relationship expert on Married at First Sight UK and Australia, Schilling recently took a step back from television due to her cancer spreading. In a post on social media, Schilling's husband Gareth Brisbane shared a heartbreaking message, noting the star was "surrounded by love" as she passed away. He wrote: "In her final moments, when I thought cancer had taken away her ability to speak, she ushered me closer and whispered a message for Maddie and me that will sustain me for the rest of my life. "It took all of her remaining strength, and that gesture summed up our wee Melsie perfectly. Even then, her only thought was for Maddie and me." Earlier this month, Schilling announced she would be taking a step back from Married at First Sight UK after being told the cancer had spread to the left side of her brain. "Despite subsequent radiotherapy sessions, my oncology team have now told me there is nothing further they can do," she wrote at the time. "Hearing those words changes everything. So that’s where I am now. My light is starting to fade — and quickly. But I am still here, still fighting, and surrounded by the most incredible love. "Simple tasks have become incredibly difficult and I am relying on my beautiful family to look after me. I honestly don’t know how long I have left, but I do know I will fight to my last breath and will be surrounded by the love and support of my people." Tributes have flooded in for the late star, with Channel 4 sharing it was "incredibly saddened by the news" of her death. "We're privileged to be the channel that is home to Mel's work, which was at the heart of Married at First Sight's phenomenal success, both in the UK and Australia," the statement read. It continued: "It reflected so much about her - her fierce advocacy for other women, her passion for healthy relationships and her mission to unite people in love. Just as importantly, we'd like to pay tribute to Mel as a person. "For many who work for Channel 4, Mel was not just a colleague but a friend, someone who radiated joy, warmth and optimism, who energised every room she walked into with humour and positivity." To find out more about Stand Up To Cancer and how you can donate, visit su2c.org.uk.
Why aren't Lorraine or Loose Women on ITV today? Daytime schedule changes explained
"Loose Women isn’t ending, which I’m so thankful for, but it’s changing."
ITV's daytime schedule is undergoing a major shake-up affecting both Lorraine and Loose Women with bosses citing budget cuts. In the last episode of Loose Women on Friday 6 March, Kaye Adams confirmed the daytime staple would be off the air for some time. It comes as part of a wider schedule shake-up which sees the long-running ITV show cut from running year-round to a 30-week seasonal schedule. Episode lengths were also cut in half from an hour to only 30 minutes, meaning the show has effectively lost over 70 per cent of its previous yearly airtime. Loose Women was initially removed from air to make room in the daytime schedule for the 2026 Cheltenham Festival which ran from March 10 to 13 but will now remain on its scheduled break before returning next month. The chat show Lorraine is also receiving the same treatment, reducing to a 30-week seasonal schedule and episodes cut to 30 minutes. It is also now on its scheduled break and will return at some point in April. Neither show has been given a confirmed date for when they will be back on air. ITV's managing director Kevin Lygo said in May 2025 that the cuts will "generate savings which will allow us to reinvest across the programme budget in other genres". Lygo said in full: "Daytime is a really important part of what we do, and these scheduling and production changes will enable us to continue to deliver a schedule providing viewers with the news, debate and discussion they love from the presenters they know and trust, as well as generating savings which will allow us to reinvest across the programme budget in other genres." He continued: "Daytime has been a core element of ITV’s schedule for over 40 years and these changes will set ITV up to continue to bring viewers award-winning news, views and discussion as we enter our eighth decade." Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Speaking on what the changes will mean for those who work on Loose Women, Coleen Nolan told The Mirror: "Loose Women isn’t ending, which I’m so thankful for, but it’s changing. "It’s going to be very different in the respect of the size of the crew, but it’s still running. Which it should be – there isn’t another show that celebrates and supports all women of every size, age, whatever. "But it’s heartbreaking to see some of my colleagues not knowing what they’re going to do. Many of them have young families and mortgages." Lorraine also addressed the changes in a statement made on Instagram, saying: "I will be off for a good few weeks. Not because I am not well, but because of course the changes to the show. "We now do 30 weeks a year. So I won’t see you for a wee while, but I want to thank you for sticking with me through all the changes. "I hope to see you when I am back on air. I never take it for granted and I really, really, really appreciate you tuning in. Thanks so so much." Due to Lorraine's later start time of 9:30am, from the start of this year Good Morning Britain was extended by 30 minutes and now runs from 6am to 9:30am every day, and when Lorraine is not on air at all it runs until 10am. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Race Across the World 2026 line-up: Meet the pairs competing in this breathtaking journey from Europe to Mongolia
This article first appeared in Radio Times magazine. Five intrepid duos – best friends, a father and daughter, cousins, siblings and the show's first set of in-laws – set off on a 12,000km journey from Palermo in Italy to Hatgal in Mongolia in the sixth series of Race Across the World. Stripped of their phones, they each have a budget of just £23 a day to survive and make it to the final checkpoint ahead of the other contenders. Puja and Roshni Puja, 31, is a doctor and is racing with her cousin software engineer cousin Roshni, 32. Whose idea was it to sign up? Puja: I applied a few years ago with another friend. I was advised to do it with someone I’ve known for a really long time so I reapplied with Roshni. I’m so glad we did it together. Roshni: We’d both just got married and I was house hunting and trying to be an adult. Leaving work for three months didn’t sound like the smartest idea… Was it hard not being able to contact home? Puja: Definitely. We come from Asian families. We’re both married, but our parents still want to know what we’re doing every day. What were you nervous about? Roshni: For me, it was food. Given we’re vegetarian, I knew we would have to make sacrifices. Puja: Running out of toiletries. Who was better at approaching strangers for help? Roshni: Puja did take the lead at the start and watching her pushed me to do it. Did the race change you? Roshni: Definitely. We found out a lot about each other. Puja: There’s nothing now that we won’t be able to work past. Mark and Margo Mark, 66, a retired architect from London is racing with his sister-in-law Margo, 59, a hypnotherapist from Liverpool. You’re in-laws, who at one point didn't get on and yet you took on this journey — why? Mark: My late wife Julia was a big fan of the show but she would never have done it, she liked five-star hotels! One of Julia’s last wishes [before she died in July 2022] was that Margo and I continue the friendship we’d been building while caring for her. This was a way of doing that. What was your reaction when you learnt the final checkpoint was in Mongolia? Margo: I don’t do cold! Mark: I had an inkling it could be Mongolia. Very few people go, so I was thrilled. What were you most nervous about? Margo: We probably weren’t as nervous as we should’ve been! We had a little bit of chutzpah. We’re used to travelling, we’re grown-ups and we were a little bit gung-ho. Did you agree to prioritise sightseeing or the race? Margo: We thought that it would be nice to see things but how we got along was my priority. Mark: Our intention was to be the oldest couple to win. What did you learn about yourselves along the way? Mark: It was a turning point in my life. I’m quite shy and introverted. But on one particular leg of the race, I had an out-of-body experience in a way and it changed my view of life. Margo: We were both surprised at how much we were there for each other. We read the world in different ways, our brains work completely differently but we found common ground and connected. Would you go on another adventure together? Margo: Absolutely! Mark: It was great fun being with Margo and we work well together and enjoy each other’s company. I could see us doing something again. Katie and Harrison Account manager Katie, 21, is racing with her brother Harrison, 23, a finance assistant from Manchester. Whose idea was it to sign up? Harrison: It was my idea. Our mum sent us the link. It’s a show I’ve always watched. I just needed to convince Katie because she was scared of doing it until we got there. Katie: I was excited for the race, but nervous about the TV aspect. What was your reaction when you learnt that the final checkpoint was in Mongolia? Katie: I was stressed because I’d packed for Brazil, I really thought we were going there so I was worried about my clothes! What made you most nervous about the task? Harrison: I was concerned about being hungry. Did the race test your relationship? Katie: It strengthened it. Our race relationship was slightly different to our home relationship because we were nice to each other. At home, it’s constant banter and taking the mick out of each other. Harrison: We do everything together, so we had a strong relationship and foundation going into the race, but we made a conscious effort to not wind each other up. Was there an item you were happy you packed? Katie: My face masks, especially because your skin gets so dry. It was a nice luxury. Harrison: I was pretty practical. My calculator and my notebook made me feel better. What did you learn about yourselves on the race? Katie: To be a bit more confident in myself. It made me view the world differently. Harrison: I live quite a regimented life so I think I discovered a different side to me that maybe I didn’t know existed. Would you go on another adventure together? Harrison: We’ve been waiting to finish my exams, then maybe South America. Katie: You keep saying maybe, but it’s a definitely! Andrew and Molly Geography teacher Andrew, 54, is racing with his daughter Molly, 23, a junior doctor from Northern Ireland. Whose idea was it to sign up? Andrew: I decided to fill out the form. Molly was sitting her finals. Never in a million years did we think we’d be picked. What were you most nervous about? Andrew: Would we fall out? That was my biggest fear. Molly: Just doing well. I thought we’d get there eventually, but how was that going to happen? Did the experience change you? Andrew: It gave me confidence and courage. To stop overthinking and seize the moment. Molly: For me, it was realising you can’t plan the future. Stop worrying about it because you’ll get through it and it’ll be OK. Was there a luxury you wish you’d taken with you? Andrew: A spare razor! Molly: A nice outfit. Who was better at approaching strangers to ask for help? Molly: There was a strategy. Daddy went to older people and I approached young people. Did you agree to prioritise sightseeing or the race? Molly: We said that we live and die by whatever call we make at that moment. There’s no “You said that” or “That was a bad idea”. Andrew: We just wanted to enjoy it. Kush and Jo Kush, 19, a gap-year student is racing with best fried Jo, a 19-year-old college student from Liverpool. Whose idea was it to apply? Kush: It was mine! I was on Instagram and saw the advert. I called Jo and said, “Do you want to sign up for this?” and he was like, “Yeah, sound.” Jo: We felt like we didn’t have anything to lose! Were you worried your friendship would be tested? Kush: We were confident it was strong enough to overcome any sort of challenges. Was it difficult to live without your phones? Kush: It was a blessing in disguise. The worst part was not being able to contact my mum and family. Jo: In the first week I was craving it quite a lot, but the race requires so much attention. Did you agree to prioritise sightseeing or the race? Kush: We decided to compromise. When we applied, I was more “Let’s just experience everything”. But Jo was very determined and said, “We’ve got to win.” The latest issue of Radio Times is out on Tuesday 24 March – subscribe here. Race Across the World returns on Thursday 2 April at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Seasons 1-5 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add Race Across the World to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
How Race Across the World casts its pairings - and the secrets behind the new 2026 civilian series
Here's what goes into casting the fast-paced show.
This article first appeared in Radio Times magazine. As Race Across the World is under starter's orders for another global runaround, Radio Times found out how the show casts its pairings. We spoke to casting and welfare executive Zyreeta Abadji and series producer Michael Perry to get the inside track. Zyreeta Abadji, casting and welfare executive Describe the casting process Race across the World lives and dies by its cast. We’re looking for authentic personalities, people who wouldn’t normally apply to be on TV shows. So, the process is quite extensive — in the interviews we learn about their stories and motivation, and make sure they’re robust enough, physically and mentally, to do the show. How do you assess a duo’s relationship when they apply? They submit a video. We look at their rapport and if we like what we see, we’ll invite them in and interview them together. We also speak to them separately to see if they’re on the same page. We’re trying to see if they remain consistent or whether what they’re telling us isn’t as it appears. And we pick up on those nuances — do they complement each other? Do they have humorous anecdotes? Do you also set them a practical challenge? We want to see how people react under pressure without their phone or money. Do they throw themselves into it? Are they comfortable approaching and relying on strangers? Can they think on their feet? So, when they come to the audition (in London), we set a task. “You’ve got an hour to get from point A to point B without the use of your phone or money. Go!” We film that and see how they get on. How many applications do you receive? When I joined, on the back of Covid (in 2021), everyone was at home, watching TV. We had more than 100,000 applications that year. We’ve never seen those numbers since. It’s roughly around 40,000 or 50,000. It’s steadily climbing. What dream contestant has proved elusive? A grandfather/grandchild duo. We’d love it: There’s something about that relationship that’s unique and wonderful. Help us out, if you can! We’re casting for the next series! And are you looking for a range of ages and backgrounds? We want to appeal to everyone watching as much as possible. In the past, we’ve been criticised for casting middle-class contributors. We’ve done lots of work to broaden the appeal. It must be tough telling some applicants they haven’t made it. That’s difficult, because people jump through many hoops, but only five pairs can compete. When they do get through, the experience can be transformative. It sounds cheesy, but it does change lives. For Brian and Melvyn — brothers on the last series — their trip was the launchpad to come back together. They discovered things about each other that they never knew before. Do you have any big travel dreams on the back of your job? I’d love to do South America. I’m not sure if I’m brave enough. I talk the talk, but whether I can do what these brave people have signed up to do — I’m not so sure! Michael Perry, series producer You were an assistant producer on the first series and did the initial recce from London to Singapore — what was that like? It was an exciting concept, but we had no idea whether it would work as a programme. You do the journey for real, with the same budget, to make sure that the challenge is realistic. Quite quickly, we all realised that this was more than just a travel show and a race. It was about the people you meet along the way. What was it like being the producer/director on the ground for four series, filming the duos on their journeys? You live and breathe it. You don’t leave their side. You do whatever they do. But you can’t interfere. I’ve seen people leave notepads, or you might notice out of the corner of your eye that there’s a better option. You have to bite your lip. What causes you the most anxiety now? Usually, each couple’s assistant producer will give us updates over the day. But when they’re in such remote places, we don’t hear from them. You just don’t know what they’re up to. That’s anxiety-inducing. The latest issue of Radio Times is out on Tuesday 24 March – subscribe here. Race Across the World returns on Thursday 2 April at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Seasons 1-5 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add Race Across the World to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Danny Dyer reveals what changed his mind on hit new show: "I couldn’t be f**ked to do it, I'll be honest"
Danny Dyer and his daughter Dani on their reality-show hit, working-class voices and family holidays.
This article first appeared in Radio Times magazine. Father-and-daughter duo Danny and Dani Dyer – of acting and reality-show fame, respectively – have been on a mission to save the great British holiday and set their sights on restoring a caravan park in Leysdown-on-Sea, Kent. But were the 48- and 29-year-old up to the challenge? And do they really never argue despite their close relationship on and off screen? Over six episodes of The Dyers’ Caravan Park – which has just been renewed for a second series – viewers have a chance to find out… Danny, I read that you were hesitant when you were approached about the series. What changed your mind? Danny: I couldn’t be f**ked to do it, I’ll be honest. Have I got time to be running a caravan park? Not really. Plus I’m an actor, and it’s a very different discipline having three cameras follow you all the time, waiting for you to make mistakes. So, I didn’t know how comfortable I was with that. That’s why I needed Dani. What do caravan holidays mean to both of you? Danny: They mean lots to me, not so much to Dani. She’s been there back in the day, but my holiday every year was Canvey Island, Thorney Bay Beach Camp [Essex]. Very much a working-class holiday. My nan and grandad had a caravan, my aunts and uncles, my cousins. It was a family affair, and everyone going there together and hanging out was just the most exciting thing for me. Dani: I think with caravans, if it’s like going down with your family, like your mum and aunt, your nan, then it’s in you. I think people either love them or they don’t. They’re like Marmite. The series has been a big hit for Sky, and a second series is coming. Do you hope it’ll shine a light on the caravan site and save the great British holiday? Danny: That’s the intention. Whether it works or not, I don’t know. A British holiday doesn’t necessarily mean just the caravan. There are other things to do, and there’s a lot of these Airbnb b******s going on at the moment. And you know, if you’re going to choose a coastal town you probably wouldn’t choose Leysdown. You’ve got Devon and Cornwall and all these sexier places. But I suppose for me, it’s about getting working-class voices back on the telly and that charisma that comes with it. This show… I’ll tell you what it’s got, it’s funny, and that wasn’t our intention, but it’s also got heart and soul. It will make you cry at some point. Have you always been close, or has that changed over the years? Dani: We never argue – if we’ve ever argued it’s serious, but we don’t. Maybe only over a boyfriend. That’s probably the only arguments we’ve ever had. Danny: I don’t know what we’d fall out over, I really don’t. I’d back her on anything, and all my kids really. Filming this series, did you learn anything new about each other that genuinely surprised you? Danny: We dealt with the stress well. When one was down, the other one would lift them up. Luckily we were never both down. Dani: We’d have a little moan in the car sometimes. How similar are you as people? Danny: Well, we’re both called Danny/Dani Dyer. Although you are now Dani Dyer-Bowen. [She is married to West Ham footballer Jarrod Bowen.] Dani: I’ve kept the Dani Dyer because it just makes more sense, that’s how people know me. Danny: I want to change my name to Danny Bowen but apparently, it’s a bit weird. What’s something you admire about each other that you don’t say out loud enough? Danny: Well, I think our relationship is that we do say it out loud, and that’s what’s important. Dani: How kind he is. You’re just so lovable and so kind and if I feel sad, I’ll have a phone call off you and you just brighten my mood. Over the course of your careers, what’s one thing that you’ve taught each other? Danny: There are certain things when you put yourself in the public eye. Don’t start looking for comments and scrolling – stay away from that. I suppose I’m a lot longer down the line to be able to just take that on the chin now. Dani: When I went into this industry, he’d already been in it. So [the advice] was very much having the right people around you, having the right circle. Whenever we’re worrying about something, we lean on each other, don’t we? Speaking of which, was there anything that truly worried you while filming this series? Danny: I think it was the amount of things the caravan park wanted done. They wanted an outside swimming pool, which is about half a million pounds at least. Not enough stuff for kids was another thing. The staff do an amazing job, but they came back going, “Well, we can’t have this because of that reason…” So we had to get a balance of keeping the older lot happy, your Pats, your Lynns, and also the youngsters. Danny, I heard you didn’t take to the bingo calling very well? Dani: You didn’t like bingo, did you? I love a bingo night. Danny: It was harder than [Harold] Pinter, honestly. I had more nerves doing the bingo than doing a f**king 12-week run in the West End. All episodes of The Dyers’ Caravan Park are available to stream on NOW The latest issue of Radio Times is out now – subscribe here. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Mock the Week legend Dara Ó Briain: "It's very worrying that the BBC has less money to do things"
The comedian doesn’t do reality TV – but he’d make an exception for The Traitors.
This article first appeared in Radio Times magazine. What’s the view from your sofa? In the room where we all sit around and watch The Traitors or whatever, there are two fairly comfy couches, but side on. It gives the illusion that they’re there for conversation, but actually we just sit like emperors and watch the television off the two sides. We’re nominally facing each other, but very much looking to the side, and going, “Shush, Claudia’s talking.” You’re clearly a fan – would you do The Celebrity Traitors? Yeah! And I don’t do shows like that, as a rule. It’s kind of known that I’m not planning on going into the jungle, or dancing. It’s just not my thing. But for The Traitors, I would probably make an exception because my family would be furious if I didn’t. Because of my persona – the science shows – there’s a perception that I would somehow be very good at it, but I’d be awful! Still, it didn’t stop Alan Carr… After four years away from Mock the Week, did you have any doubts about returning as host? No. It would have been a weird stance of “Surely it’s time for another generation” – screw that. There’s no element of me going, “Do you know what? Maybe it’s time for the baton to be passed.” No. You’ll have to take the buzzer out of my cold, dead hands. Has making the show for TLC, rather than the impartial BBC, given you more freedom? I mean, obviously that stuff was kind of overstated a bit. I sometimes made a joke at the time imagining how the BBC would bring me into a room and sit us down, and go, “OK, Dara, Fiona Bruce, and Mr Turnbull – this is our stance on things this week.” Which obviously, they never did. The people you talk about changes, because a different government is in charge – like Keir Starmer, Rachel Reeves. But that isn’t because we’re not on the BBC. It’s because they’re the ones in power now. Do you think the initial cancellation of the show was premature? On TLC, it’s already been renewed for a second series… Yes. Rather than presume that there was some sort of political reason for it – and I understand the case that can be made for, “Oh, that’s weird, that it was The Mash Report, us, and Frankie Boyle’s show that got cancelled” – the truth is they just didn’t have the money to make it any more. It’s very worrying that the BBC has less money to do things, and is supplying less of a service than it did, because we’ve let it be depleted of cash. You work a lot back home in Ireland, too. How different is Irish TV to British TV? Irish TV famously has to do English TV on a much smaller budget because it’s a much smaller market. There was Irish Apprentice for a while, which was quite hilariously low-rent in places. There was an episode where the winning team’s prize was dinner in a warehouse of a stationery company, because they’d sponsored it. It was just plastic boxes and lever arch files, and they’re in the middle, going, “Bravo, we have won the task this week.” That’s amazing... I genuinely think people in the UK have no sense of how we have a total, actual culture in Ireland, which is not in any way dependent on the UK. All news is local in Ireland. There’s a sense of intimacy to Irish TV. We feel like we know every one of the people on it, even if we don’t. I’ve gone, “Oh, hiya” to Paul Mescal and Saoirse Ronan, even though we’ve never met. We just do that, all the time. And we have our own heroes. An Irish version of Celebrity Traitors would, to your eyes, be: “Who are these people?” But in Ireland, some of them are gods. The latest issue of Radio Times is out now – subscribe here. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Last One Laughing season 2 release schedule: When are next episodes on Prime Video?
Bob Mortimer uttering the words 'Brat summer', David Mitchell banging a drum and Sam Campbell being, well, Sam Campbell - these are just a handful of hilarious moments from the latest outing of Last One Laughing UK. The second season burst onto Prime Video last week, providing audiences with non-stop laughs as 10 of the UK's top comedians all convened and attempted to make one another giggle, but they mustn't do so themselves. Alongside the aforementioned comics, this year's cohort features Diane Morgan, Romesh Ranganathan, Amy Gledhill, Maisie Adam, Mel Giedroyc, Alan Carr and Gbemisola Ikumelo, and plenty of yellow cards have been dished out already. But will they all manage to spend a few more hours together and stop themselves from laughing, or will they be handed the red card? Binged the first three episodes already and are itching for more? Read on to find out when the next episodes of Last One Laughing UK season 2 are out, and when you can expect more. When are the next episodes of Last One Laughing UK season 2 out on Prime Video? Like its previous season, viewers will have to wait for the rest of the series to be released on the streamer, with Prime Video keeping audiences on their toes as they wait to find out which comedian has been given the red card. Below is a list of the release dates for Last One Laughing UK season 2. Episode 1 - Thursday 19 March Episode 2 - Thursday 19 March Episode 3 - Thursday 19 March Episode 4 - Thursday 26 March Episode 5 - Thursday 26 March Episode 6 - Thursday 2 April How many episodes of Last One Laughing UK season 2 will there be? There will be a total of six episodes in Last One Laughing UK season 2. When is the Last One Laughing UK season 2 finale episode on Prime Video? The finale episode of Last One Laughing UK season 2, that'll see the winner crowned, will premiere on Prime Video on Thursday 2 April. Last One Laughing UK season 2 begins on Thursday 19 March on Prime Video. Season 1 is available to stream now. Add Last One Laughing UK to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Love Island 2026 release date speculation: When will it start?
Everything you need to know about Love Island 2026.
Release date status: Unconfirmed, expected in summer 2026 Channel / Streaming service: ITV2 Last updated: 13 March 2026 The nights are getting lighter and it's starting to (slowly) warm up which can only mean one thing to fans of reality TV: Love Island 2026 is on the way. Following off the back of an explosive All Stars season at the beginning of the year, we can expect some fresh-faced singletons to rock up to Spain shortly, ready to graft and crack on. While details are so far sparse about the upcoming season, we can expect news at any time, so we'll keep this page up to date with all the latest information as we have it ahead of an anticipated summer 2026 release. Love Island 2026 release date speculation: when could it air? As it stands, we don't have a confirmed release date or window just yet for Love Island 2026. Going off previous years, we can be fairly confident it will start in early summer. As for the month, every season apart from one started in June, so we'll take an educated guess and say Love Island 2026 will hit screens in June of this year. Is there a trailer for Love Island 2026? At time of writing, there is no trailer for Love Island 2026 - we'd expect this to come closer to the time of launch. We'll keep this page updated with any new clips as they land. Who could be in the Love Island 2026 line-up? At time of writing, there haven't been any rumours for Love Island 2026 contestants. They do normally pop up before the launch day, so keep this page bookmarked for when they do start to emerge. Where can I watch Love Island 2026? Live: TBC Streaming: TBC Catch-up: Previous seasons are available on ITVX. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Celebrity Ex on the Beach return date confirmed as The X Factor and Coronation Street icons star in first-look trailer
The latest season of Celebrity Ex on the Beach has been given a confirmed released date on Paramont+, and it's coming to screens soon! Episode one will air on Tuesday 31 March 2026 on Paramount+, with new episodes to follow weekly, with the forthcoming season being teased as the "most explosive season yet". In a first-look trailer, the eight single celebrities, including The X Factor and Coronation Street stars, can be seen touching down on the stunning shores of Tenerife in the search of love but, as ever, their exes are waiting to crash the party. The minute long clip gives a tantalising taste of the unmissable drama that is to come this season, with make‑ups, break‑ups, and unforgettable meltdowns from fan‑favourite reality stars. From explosive confrontations to jaw‑dropping twists, one thing is certain: When the exes wash ashore, the truth always follows. View oEmbed on the source website The trailer gives a first-look at season four's brand new cast which have been confirmed as Helen Flanagan (Coronation Street), Dani Imbert (The Only Way Is Essex), Toby Aromolaran (Love Island) and Jedward's John Grimes (The X Factor), with exes Curtis Pritchard, Ronnie Vint and Rogan O'Connor ready to make their dramatic entrance into the villa. Elsewhere, Married at First Sight's Amy Kenyon, Too Hot to Handle's Chase DeMoor and Izzy Fairthorne and Love Is Blind's Freddie Powell will also feature in the series. A large majority of the confirmed cast have already appeared on previous seasons of the show while others are completely new to the format, so the season is mixing experienced drama-makers with fresh faces. Season four will also feature a brand new narrator, the likes of comedy genius Daisy May Cooper best known for the critically acclaimed Am I Being Unreasonable? and the BBC sitcom This Country which she co-wrote and starred in alongside her brother Charlie Cooper. Celebrity Ex on the Beach returns on Tuesday 31 March on Paramount+. Add Celebrity Ex on the Beach to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Inside season 3 cast: Who stars in the Sidemen's Netflix series?
The Sidemen's hit reality show, Inside, has returned for a third season on Netflix. As ever, a group of well-known faces get locked into the Inside house to compete for £1 million, all of whom are best known for their work in the content creating world. The series was originally a YouTube format, and became the a record-breaking long-form reality show for the Sidemen, with even more eyes on the show as it debuts on the streamer. So, who is taking part on Inside? Read on to learn more about the cast of season 2. Inside season 3 cast Saffron Barker Indiyah Polack Chloe Ferry Marlon Lundgren Garcia Ben Azelart Eddie Hall Lydia Violet Alhan Gençay Chian Reynolds Anna Malygon Expressions Oozing Alfie Buttle Scroll on to find out more about the cast. Saffron Barker Age: 25 Job: YouTuber Instagram: @saffronbarker Saffron Barker is a social media influencer who first gained notoriety when she launched her YouTube channel in 2015, often posting lifestyle, beauty and fashion content. Over the years, she has continued to build her social media following and has over two million subscribers on her main YouTube channel. In 2019, she appeared as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing and was paired with AJ Pritchard. She has since gone on to appear in a range of TV shows, including The Wheel, The Greatest Dancer and Celebrity Hunted. Indiyah Polack Age: 27 Job: TV personality Instagram: @indiyahhp Indiyah Polack is a TV personality who first rose to fame during her appearance on Love Island in 2022. She reached the final alongside her former boyfriend, Dami Hope. Indiyah has continued to be part of the Love Island family. She is currently host of The Morning After podcast and is a regular panellist on Aftersun, Love Island's companion series. Chloe Ferry Age: 30 Job: TV personality Instagram: @chloegshore1 Chloe Ferry is a TV personality best known for being a cast member on Geordie Shore. Following her rise to fame in the reality TV space, she went on to appear in a string of shows, including Celebrity Big Brother, Ex on the Beach, Just Tattoo of Us and various Geordie Shore spin-offs. Marlon Lundgren Garcia Age: 24 Job: Streamer Instagram: @marlon3lg Marlon Lundgren Garcia is a digital creator and Twitch streamer, with over five million followers across social media. He previously played basketball before shooting to social media stardom. Ben Azelart Age: 24 Job: YouTuber Instagram: @benazelart Ben Azelart is a YouTuber best known for his elaborate stunts and vlogs, and is a frequent collaborator with Brent Rivera. On Instagram along, Ben has almost five million followers. Eddie Hall Age: 38 Job: Former strongman Instagram: @eddiehallwsm Eddie Hall is a retired strongman and once won the 2017 World's Strongest Man competition. His other accolades include England's Strongest Man, Britain's Strongest Man, and UK's Strongest Man. Since his retirement in 2018, Hall has provided commentary for the competitions and has appeared on a number of TV programmes, including Celebs in Solitary, Eddie Hall: The Beast vs The Mountain, and The Chase. Lydia Violet Age: 23 Job: Gaming creator Instagram: @lydiavioletofficial Lydia Violet is a gaming creator and streamer, kick starting her career in 2021. Just four months after she started, she achieved Twitch partner status and two years later, achieved 300,000 followers on the channel. Alhan Gençay Age: 27 Job: Presenter Instagram: @9p Alhan Gençay is an actor and producer, best known for his online presence across YouTube and social media. Chian Reynolds Age: 36 Job: Digital personality Instagram: @chianreynolds Chian Reynolds is a digital creator, best known for her YouTube series Grilling, which explored modern dating and relationships that subsequently went viral. She also fronts the format Come Correct. Anna Malygon Age: 22 Job: Content creator Instagram: @maligoshik Anna Malygon is a TikTok star who rose to fame for her relatable videos that have gained millions of views across social media. Expressions Oozing Job: Football pundit Instagram: @expressionsoozing Expressions Oozing is a sport influencer and content creator, often sharing his commentary on football games on YouTube. His channel currently sits at 458,000 followers. Alfie Buttle Age: 22 Job: Content creator Instagram: @alfiebuttle Alfie Buttle is a fitness influencer, known for his videos in the online fitness community. He is also one third of The Fellas podcast. Inside season 3 is available to watch on Netflix now. Seasons 1 and 2 are available to watch on Netflix now. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. Add Inside to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Will there be a season 10 of Selling Sunset?
Everything you need to know about Selling Sunset season 10. *Warning: contains spoilers for season 9*
Release date status: No release date announced; filming delayed, awaiting cast negotiations Streaming service: Netflix Last updated: 23 March 2026 Selling Sunset’s future is the subject of much speculation following a dramatic ninth season and significant cast shake-ups. While Netflix has not officially confirmed a release date for season 10, there are strong indications that the show is planning to return, albeit with some of its most recognisable faces departing and others making a comeback. Cast, producers and sources have spoken openly about both the internal drama and the uncertainty surrounding the new season. Key cast member Chrishell Stause has confirmed her exit, while Christine Quinn and Heather Rae El Moussa are set to return after time away. Meanwhile, the production of season 10 has been delayed as negotiations continue behind the scenes. While we wait for Selling Sunset season 10, read on for everything we know so far about the hit reality series' future. Will there be a Selling Sunset season 10? As of now, Netflix has not officially announced a renewal or a release date for Selling Sunset season 10. However, multiple sources confirm that the show is actively preparing for a new season. Filming was scheduled to begin but has been postponed while cast negotiations—particularly with Christine Quinn—are finalised. The delay suggests Netflix is keen to secure a high-profile return for the show, but the exact timeline remains unclear. The series ended its ninth season with fractured friendships and unresolved feuds, leaving fans eager to see how the next chapter unfolds. Despite speculation from some cast members that the show might have “run its course”, others, including Mary Bonnet, have expressed confidence that Selling Sunset will be back for another season. What have the stars and creators of Selling Sunset said? Several cast members and insiders have commented on the uncertain future of Selling Sunset and the evolving line-up for season 10. Chrishell Stause has confirmed she will not be returning, citing the impact on her mental health and ongoing cast tensions. She stated: “I’ve gotten to a place where I don’t need the show financially. I’m lucky to have other forms of employment, because it’s no longer good for my mental health.” Christine Quinn, who left after season 5, is expected to make a dramatic return, with production reportedly delayed to accommodate her negotiations. Heather Rae El Moussa is also set to come back after her own hiatus, while new agent Tara Sarbaz will join the cast full-time, having previously worked with Jason Oppenheim. Meanwhile, Mary Bonnet has signalled that her involvement depends on the “level of toxicity” allowed in the new season, reflecting ongoing concerns about the show’s direction and cast dynamics. Other former regulars, including Nicole Young and Chelsea Lazkani, are not expected to return, and Emma Hernan has said she is undecided about her future with the show. View Green Video on the source website Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Taskmaster legend Greg Davies confirmed to take over from Alan Cumming for major TV presenting gig
Greg Davies is primed to host this year's BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises this spring. Celebrating the very best that TV has had to offer in the past year, the star-studded event will take place at Royal Festival Hall on Sunday 10 May, bringing together talent from all corners of the entertainment world. Davies is one of the UK's most beloved comedians, writers and actors, known for his distinctive comedy style and (literal) towering presence. Some of his best known works include The Inbetweeners, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, The Cleaner and, of course, Taskmaster. Davies said: "I am thrilled to be presenting the 2026 BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises. I see the whole event as an opportunity to wave a flag for this beloved medium and, with the exception of one commissioner, two execs and a co-star that I have personal beef with, I will do everything I can to ensure it’s a night of warm celebration for all." The comedian takes over from Alan Cumming, who hosted the TV awards last year, though hosted the film BAFTAs earlier this year. Last year's awards ceremony delivered an average audience of 2.5 million on BBC One and iPlayer while the BAFTA social channel generated over 23 million video views on awards day. Emma Baehr, executive director of awards & content at BAFTA, commented: "We’re excited to have Greg Davies hosting this year’s BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises. His sharp humour, warmth and energy will set the stage for an unforgettable night honouring the very best in British television. The ambition, craft, and sheer range of talent on-screen and behind it continues to raise the bar. We can’t wait to shine a spotlight on the creatives who defined 2025’s standout programmes." And voting has begun for this year's ceremony, with The P&O Cruises memorable moment award nominees recently revealed. This year's nominees include the moment when Jamie snaps at the psychologist in Adolescence, the scene were Danny asks Jack "I didn’t make it, did I?" by the sea in Big Boys and the scene in Blue Lights where the police are warned of an ambush plot to silence a key witness. The other three nominees on the list are when Alan Carr won The Celebrity Traitors, Bob Mortimer and Richard Ayoade’s speed date in Last One Laughing, and the scene in What It Feels Like for a Girl where Byron leaves for Brighton to start uni and introduces herself as Paris. The Memorable Moment Award is the only category at the BAFTA Television Awards which is decided by the public, with voting open right now until 9pm on Wednesday 22 April - so get your votes in! The 2026 BAFTA Television Awards will be broadcast on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Sunday 10 May. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who's on Richard Osman's House of Games this week?
A new batch of celebs will be testing their knowledge this week.
It's another champions week on Richard Osman's House of Games, as four former winners go head to head to test their general knowledge skills once more. As ever, a daily winner is declared following a quick-fire round at the end of each show before the scores are tallied across the week and the overall champion is awarded the House of Games trophy on Friday. But these episodes will mark some of the last with Richard Osman at the helm, after it was recently announced Michael Sheen would be taking over hosting duties on the quiz show. Sheen will preside over the recording of 100 episodes that will be broadcast later this year. But in the meantime, who is battling it out for glory this week? Here's everything you need to know about the celebrities taking part in House of Games. Who's on Richard Osman's House of Games this week? This week's celebrity contestants are Amy Gledhill, Jacqui Joseph, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and Tim Vine, who will put their general knowledge skills to the test in a week of quiz games. Amy Gledhill is a comedian and actress who began her career in various sketch groups, and from 2020 to 2021 she appeared in the children's sketch show Big Fat Like before starring in comedy series Alma's Not Normal. She is currently appearing on Prime Video's Last One Laughing. Jacqui Joseph is a TV presenter and producer, who has appeared on a variety of entertainment and lifestyle shows including ITV’s GMTV, Daybreak & Lorraine, and This Morning. She is currently a host on Homes Under the Hammer. Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is an interior designer and TV personality who is best known for his work on Changing Rooms, House of the Year and in recent years, Outrageous Homes. Rounding off this week's cast is Tim Vine, a comedian and actor best known for his role on Not Going Out and various stand-up specials. Richard Osman's House of Games continues on Monday 23 March at 6pm on BBC Two and iPlayer. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
SNL UK first reviews are in after premiere episode with Tina Fey - here's the verdict
After much anticipation, Saturday Night Live UK finally arrived on TV screens, and it was a pleasant surprise! In the run-up to the inaugural series, Sky announced it had extended its run to eight shows rather than its additional six, proving those at the top were hopeful SNL would win over British audiences, and it seems to have paid off so far - for some. The first episode was hosted by SNL legend Tina Fey with Wet Leg as musical guest, and the response from critics has been rather mixed, with The Guardian giving the debut three stars, noting that the UK edition could have been "a lot, lot worse" but it also "could have been a lot better". The Telegraph, however, gave the show four stars, writing: "Tina Fey shines as guest host in shockingly competent spin-off…Predictions that a transatlantic SNL would crash and burn proved wide of the mark." The debut episode was broadcast live from London, with the show's inaugural cast consisting of: Hammed Animashaun, Ayoade Bamgboye, Larry Dean, Celeste Dring, George Fouracres, Ania Magliano, Annabel Marlow, Al Nash, Jack Shep, Emma Sidi and Paddy Young. While The Independent gave it three stars, noting: "Judging a show like SNL off its opening episode is foolish. The chemistry between the cast needs time to settle, and the reaction on TikTok and Instagram will likely inform which sketches have legs (the Head Wound Harrys and David S Pumpkins, so to speak), and which end up in the writers’ room bin. "What SNL UK’s opening episode does demonstrate is a willingness to push the envelope, to risk bad taste. Borrowing a beloved American format might feel a bit stale, but there are notes of new ingredients that could offer something fresh." But not every critic was impressed, with Deadline calling the episode "A laughter-free yawn that’s not a patch on Lorne Michaels’ American original", writing: "The show launched on Sky Saturday night with a dire Cold Open featuring prime minister Keir Starmer quivering over taking a call from Donald Trump where not one single memorable line was uttered. Tina Fey popped up as guest host. Why? Up popped Bridgerton's Nicola Coughlan to ask just that question. And then there was Graham Norton of The Graham Norton Show fame, to add his penny’s worth…Saturday Night Live UK. What is it?! Painful, that’s what." Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. The Times were also not impressed by the UK outing, saying: "Britain is funny but this isn’t yet…There’s talent in the cast — shame this Sky One debut was four parts American gurning, one part Princess Diana." Next week, the series returns for another 75-minute episode with Jamie Dornan at the helm, along with musical guest Wolf Alice. Saturday Night Live UK continues on to Sky One and NOW on Saturday 29 March at 10pm. Add Saturday Night Live UK to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2026 line-up: Meet the celebrities taking part
The Great Celebrity Bake Off returns with a brand new series tonight – as six famous faces step into the iconic test in the hopes of impressing judges Paul Hollywood and newcomer Cherish Finden. The internationally renowned pastry chef is well known among the Bake Off family, as she is also a judge on Bake Off: The Professionals. Tonight (22 March), the first group of celebrities attempt breakfast pastries and matcha and yuzu biscuits, before recreating the weirdest places that they've ever slept, in cake form. But who are the famous faces testing their baking skills? Scroll down to find out. The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2026 line-up JoJo Siwa Molly-Mae Hague Vicky Pattison Scott Mills Sam Thompson. Rag 'n' Bone Man Aston Merrygold Edith Bowman Emmett J Scanlan Ralf Little Richard Herring Joe Wilkinson Babatunde Aléshé Rose Matafeo Judi Love Tom Davis Mark Wright Nella Rose Mutya Buena Rose Ayling-Ellis Ambika Mod Roisin Conaty Jon Richardson Alex Brooker Read on to find out more about this year's cast. JoJo Siwa Age: 22 Job: Singer and dancer Instagram: @itsjojosiwa JoJo Siwa is a singer and dancer who first rose to fame after appearing on Dance Moms. Since then, she has gone from strength to strength, having appeared in various Nickelodeon TV shows and even her own film. But her career hustle hasn't stopped there, with the 21-year-old having launched a successful music career. Her song Boomerang has over 1 billion views on YouTube, but the singer has recently moved on in her music career, releasing songs for an older audience. She appeared on a recent series of Celebrity Big Brother, introducing herself to new audiences across the UK. Molly-Mae Hague Age: 26 Job: Influencer and businesswoman Instagram: @mollymae Molly-Mae Hague is an influencer and businesswoman who rose to fame in 2019 after appearing on Love Island, finishing as runner-up alongside Tommy Fury. Since then, she was catapulted into superstardom, gaining millions of fans, and has since appeared in her own documentary, Behind it All, on Prime Video. It went on to win a National Television Award in the authored documentary category. Vicky Pattison Age: 38 Job: TV personality Instagram: @vickypattison Vicky Pattison is a TV personality, radio host and author who first rose to fame on Geordie Shore in 2011, on which she starred for three years until 2014. She then appeared in another MTV show, Ex on the Beach, in both 2014 and 2015, before going on to have her own show, Judge Geordie. In 2015, she gained a whole new fan base after she won the 15th season of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!, which saw her career skyrocket. Since then, she has taken part in Strictly Come Dancing in 2025, and was paired with Kai Widdrington. Scott Mills Age: 52 Job: Broadcaster Instagram: @realscottmills Scott Mills is a radio DJ and presenter, best known for hosting BBC Radio 1 from 2004 to 2022. Nowadays, fans can tune in to hear him on BBC Radio 2. He is also the voice of Eurovision for many, offering his expertise and coverage on the audio waves during the competition. In 2024, he took part in Celebrity Race Across the World alongside his husband Sam Vaughan - which they went on to win! Sam Thompson Age: 33 Job: TV personality Instagram: @sampthompsonuk Sam Thompson is a TV personality best known for appearing on Made in Chelsea from 2013 to 2021. His other reality TV appearances include Celebrity Big Brother, in which he came third place, as well as Celebrity Coach Trip and Celebs Go Dating. More recently, he appeared on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! 2023 in which he charmed the nation and became the 'King of the Jungle'. Rag 'n' Bone Man Age: 41 Job: Singer Instagram: @ragnboneman Rag 'n' Bone Man, real name Rory Charles Graham, is a singer who rose to fame following the release of his hit single Human in 2016. He followed up the single with an album in 2017, and it became the fastest selling debut album by a male in the UK for the decade. That year, he won big at the BRIT Awards, Echo Awards and the NRJ Music Awards. Since then, he has released two more album, the latter of which debuted at number one on the UK albums chart and was in the top 10 for seven weeks. Aston Merrygold Age: 38 Job: Singer and dancer Instagram: @astonmerrygold Aston Merrygold is a singer who is best known for being a member of boyband JLS, who finished as runners-up in The X Factor in 2008. As a member of JLS, Merrygold achieved five number one singles and a number one album. Following the band's hiatus, Merrygold released a single and went on to take part in Strictly Come Dancing. He also made his theatre debut in The Wizard of Oz UK tour as the Tin Man, and later reprised the role in the West End. Edith Bowman Age: 52 Job: TV presenter Instagram: @edibow Edith Bowman is a radio DJ and TV presenter, best known for being co-host on Colin and Edith and The Radio 1 Review on BBC Radio 1. Over on television, Bowman has fronted various programmes Hitlist UK, Top of the Pops and has appeared in coverage for a number of festivals, including Glastonbury, T in the Park and Reading and Leeds Festival. Emmett J Scanlan Age: 47 Job: Actor Instagram: @scandalous_13 Emmett J Scanlan is an actor, best known for his roles in Hollyoaks, Peaky Blinders, Kin and The Tower, and was recently seen in How to Get to Heaven from Belfast. Ralf Little Age: 46 Job: Actor Instagram: @ralf.little Ralf Little is an actor, best known for his roles in The Royle Family, Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crips and Death in Paradise. More recently, he has fronted the U series, Will & Ralf Should Know Better, alongside longtime friend Will Mellor. Richard Herring Age: 58 Job: Comedian Instagram: @rkherring1967 Richard Herring is a stand-up comedian, who many may recognise from being one half of double act, Lee and Herring, alongside Stewart Lee. He has appeared in a number of TV shows including Fist of Fun, Taskmaster and Heads Up with Richard Herring. Joe Wilkinson Age: 51 Job: Comedian Instagram: @gillinghamjoe Joe Wilkinson is a comedian and actor who first began his comedy career in 2004 in support of Alan Carr and Russell Howard on their tours. Over the course of his career, Joe has appeared on the likes of England's Worst Ever Football Team, Him & Her and Robert's Web. He has also taken part in 8 Out of 10 Cats, Have I Got News for You and Mock the Week. Last year, he also took part in Last One Laughing UK and The Celebrity Traitors, though didn't manage to make it to the final rounds of either. Babatunde Aléshé Age: 39 Job: Comedian Instagram: @babatundecomedian Babatunde Aléshé is a comedian and podcaster who fans may recognise from his various TV appearances, including Taskmaster, Celebrity Gogglebox and I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. He, alongside friends and comedians Mo Gilligan and Eddie Kadi, launched the podcast Man Like You. Rose Matafeo Age: 34 Job: Comedian and actress Instagram: @rosematafeo Rose Matafeo is a New Zealand comedian who is best known for creating and starring in BBC Three's Starstruck. She has competed on shows like Taskmaster, Hypothetical and Richard Osman's House of Games, and appeared on Big Fat Quiz of the Year and QI. More recently, she worked alongside Mike Wozniak hosting Junior Taskmaster. She has taken part in Celebrity Bake Off before, having appeared on the series in 2023. Judi Love Age: 45 Job: Comedian Instagram: @1judilove Judi Love has been a mainstay on TV screens as a regular panellist on Loose Women. But beyond that, she has taken part on MasterChef, Strictly Come Dancing and Taskmaster. Last year, she took part in Last One Laughing UK, though her giggles got the better of her and she was given the red card. Tom Davis Age: 46 Job: Comedian and actor Instagram: @mrbigtomd Tom Davis is a comedian and actor who rose to fame for his role as DI Sleet in BBC Three's Murder in Successville, before later appearing in King Gary as Gary King. Since then, he has appeared in a number of movies and TV shows including Paddington 2, Wonka, A League of Their Own and A Thousand Blows. Like Matafeo, he has taken part in Celebrity Bake Off before, having appeared on the series in 2023. Mark Wright Age: 39 Job: TV personality Instagram: @wrighty_ Mark Wright is a TV personality best known for being a cast member on The Only Way Is Essex. He then reached further stardom after appearing on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! where he finished as runner-up, before then appearing on Strictly Come Dancing where he reached the final. Nella Rose Age: 28 Job: TV presenter and YouTuber Instagram: @nellarosee Nella Rose found fame after setting up her YouTube channel in 2016, sharing videos of her life at university, which quickly spawned into a successful social media career. Following her YouTube success, Nella has gone on to host the red carpet at the BRIT Awards, and fronted the Channel 4 digital series Tapped Out. Her other work includes being a presenter on Catfish UK, alongside Oobah Butler, being a part of the Pressed podcast on BBC Radio 1Xtra, as well as various appearances on Footasylum's YouTube videos. In 2023, Nella appeared on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here, though became the second celebrity to be eliminated. Mutya Buena Age: 40 Job: Singer Instagram: @mutyabuena Mutya Buena is a singer and songwriter, best known for being a member of the Sugababes. After leaving the girl group in 2005, Mutya released her solo album Real Girl before returning to the band in 2012. During her career as a solo artist and band member, Mutya has won Best British Dance Act, Best Live Music, Best Single and more recently, an Impact Award. Her TV work includes Celebrity Big Brother and Celebrity MasterChef. Rose Ayling-Ellis Age: 31 Job: Actress Instagram: @rose.a.e Rose Ayling-Ellis is an actress best known for playing Frankie Lewis on EastEnders, a turning point for the soap, as Rose was the show's first Deaf character. She also appeared in Casualty, where she played Bianca Sinclair. She later appeared on Strictly Come Dancing and won alongside Giovanni Pernice, where notably their couple's choice contemporary dance, featuring an added period of silence as a tribute to the deaf community, received uproarious applause. She has since appeared in Code of Silence as Alison, a deaf woman who while working in a police canteen is approached by a detective, whose team need her impeccable lip-reading skills to help bring down a dangerous gang. Ambika Mod Age: 30 Job: Actress Ambika Mod is best known for Netflix's One Day and BBC drama This Is Going to Hurt, which propelled her celebrity status. Her other TV credits include The Stolen Girl and I Hate Suzie. Though she has also appeared in a number of theatre productions, including Every Brilliant Thing, Porn Play and White Rabbit Red Rabbit. Roisin Conaty Age: 46 Job: Comedian and actress Instagram: @roisinconaty1 Roisin Conaty is a comedian and actress who rose to fame for her portrayal of Jo in Man Down, and later in GameFace, a series in which she is the creator, writer and lead actress. She also appeared in Netflix's comedy-drama After Life and more recently, has been Jimmy Carr's assistant in Prime Video's Last One Laughing UK. Jon Richardson Age: 43 Job: Comedian Instagram: @jonrichardsoncomedian Jon Richardson is a comedian and actor, known for his appearances in 8 Out of 10 Cats and Meet the Richardsons, a series he featured in alongside his ex-wife Lucy Beaumont. He currently stars in Waterloo Road as Darius Donovan, a new media teacher at the school who’s able to win over pupils and staff alike with his charming exterior. Alex Brooker Age: 41 Job: TV presenter Instagram: @alex_brooker Alex Brooker is a TV presenter best known for his work with Channel 4, particularly on The Last Leg, a series he co-hosts alongside Adam Hills and Josh Widdicombe. He also co-presented The Jump alongside Davina McCall in 2014. The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2026 for Stand Up To Cancer begins on Sunday 22 March at 7:40pm. To find out more about Stand Up To Cancer and how you can donate, visit su2c.org.uk. Add The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2026 for Stand Up To Cancer to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
I was prey in Channel 4’s new reality series The Hunt – here’s how I survived
Will I be making my adventure series debut any time soon? Stay tuned...
It’s not every day you find yourself in the middle of a Bulgarian forest, running around and slipping in the mud, but that’s exactly what I (and this year’s cast of The Hunt: Prey vs Predator) got up to last year. The series, which debuts on Channel 4 tonight, introduces audiences to 10 players from all walks of life and regions of the UK, who come together in a contest of stamina and strategy – all hoping to win up to £100,000. As the sun shone in northern Bulgaria last summer, I was quickly equipped with the clothing and gadgets necessary to survive The Hunt. In particular, I was given a "gauntlet" attached to my arm, that would reveal a map and my status in the game, tracked via Bluetooth. For the players, this also shows how much money they have banked. "It was such a massive undertaking," said Lee McMurray, commissioning editor at Channel 4, of the Bluetooth devices. "It was really complex, it was quite groundbreaking. You can see the players were given gauntlets, that was loaded with a bespoke app specially designed for the show that allowed the players to navigate around the forest [and] see where the challenges were." It probably didn’t help I can’t read a map, despite my 10 long years as a girl guide, but thankfully I quickly remembered: I wasn’t really in the game! Throughout the series, the players are pitted against one another as prey versus predator, and each day the prey must hunt for cash while the predators hunt the prey, until just one could be left standing to claim the entire cash prize. As viewers will see tonight, the first set of prey and predators are chosen, but as per the rules of the game, someone's status in the game can be changed at any moment. But while the prey run around the forest, hoping to avoid capture, they can take part in missions to bank money, and one mission audiences will see a little later in the game is 'The Drop'. The Drop may remind you of the hand speed/catching stick challenge families often play at Christmas, but this was far more advanced and honestly, it’s harder than you may think! Unfortunately for me, the prize money wasn’t included, because based on my pace in catching falling sticks from the air, I’d like to think I would have got quite far in the competition (should it only be missions based). Running away from the predators trying to take my prize money? Well, we can all see the mud on my trousers. But it's not just in the forest where the games take place, with the real strategising happening at the base camp. When the day is done, the players return to the camp where the cull takes place. It’s there where the prey can choose which of the predators should be voted off. We didn’t get into the nitty gritty of thwarting alliances — otherwise, it would have been a rather long journey home — but the base camp set offered a fresh, futuristic feel which was intentional from the show’s creators. McMurray explained: "I am a huge sci-fi fan, so there’s lots of different inspirations you can see in the mix. There’s a bit of Dune in there, a bit of Hunger Games. George Lucas talked about the used futures, the aesthetic in Star Wars, where it looks very modern but it’s sort of lived in and worn." With muddy trousers and new Hunger Games-style headshots, it was time to watch the game unfold in real time as one of the hunts began. You’ll get no spoilers from me, but it'll be a series you don’t want to miss. The Hunt: Prey vs Predator begins on Sunday 22 March at 9pm on Channel 4. Add The Hunt: Prey vs Predator to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Comic Relief reveals 2026 Red Nose Day total
Comic Relief 2026 has raised an incredible £30 million thanks to fundraising efforts in a huge night of comedy, entertainment and music. The total was confirmed by Davina McCall during last night's extravaganza, with the presenter announcing: "The total raised tonight is a whopping £30,004,040. Thank you so, so much, and thank you for your incredible generosity." Though it's important to note that some local fundraisers are still ongoing, so the above figure is likely to increase in the coming weeks. Comic Relief also shared its gratitude in a post on social media, writing: "Together we've raised a staggering £30,004,040! "We cannot overstate the life-changing impact this will have for people who need support the most - here in the UK and across the world. Your generosity will be transformed into the essentials every person deserves. Food to eat, a safe place to sleep, and the chance to live free from fear and harm. "Thank you so much for your incredible donations, fundraising and support for Red Nose Day 2026, we're truly grateful to everyone who got involved. Together, we are creating real and lasting change! "It's not too late to make a difference. Please donate if you can." The broadcast was hosted by McCall, who was joined by Katherine Ryan, Nick Mohammed, Joel Dommett and Catherine Tate as Nan from The Catherine Tate Show. It featured sketches aplenty, including The Bank Job starring Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary, and The Traitors: The Movie sequel starring Iain Stirling, Vicky Pattison, Alison Steadman and recent contestants Rachel, Stephen and Fiona. View oEmbed on the source website And it didn't stop there as Katherine Ryan and Jon Richardson channeled their inner Cathy and Heathcliff in a Wuthering Heights sketch. Elsewhere, Lucy Punch and Philippa Dunne reprised their roles as Amanda and Anne in an Amandaland sketch, bringing together some of TV's most notable Amandas. Earlier in the day, BBC Radio 1 presenter Greg James completed his 1,000km endurance tandem cycle across the UK, in which he raised over £4 million. As the final leg of the race concluded, James told Radio 1's Jack Saunders: "It's been such a struggle at times but everyone has got me through it. The thing I'll remember the most is seeing the joy from everyone and pushing through the pain to get to that joy." There is still time to donate to Red Nose Day at comicrelief.com/donate. Comic Relief 2026 is available to watch on catch-up on BBC iPlayer. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Saturday Night Live UK cast: Who are the comedy stars on the new SNL?
The big day has finally arrived! That's right, Saturday Night Live UK will air on Sky One tonight - and there's a lot to look forward to. Not only will former head writer for SNL Tina Fey host the first episode of the inaugural UK series but there is a cohort of British comics to get to know and familiarise yourself with as the series gets under way. Tonight's episode will be staged in front of a live studio audience, featuring an opening monologue, topical sketches, live music and a UK take on Weekend Update. But who are the comics joining the fold? Read on to get to know the cast of Saturday Night Live UK. SNL UK cast: Saturday Night Live UK line-up in full Celeste Dring Hammed Animashaun Larry Dean George Fouracres Jack Shep Ayoade Bamgboye Al Nash Paddy Young Ania Magliano Annabel Marlow Emma Sidi Scroll down to learn more about them... Celeste Dring Instagram: @celestedring Celeste Dring is a comedy writer and actress, best known for her roles in Wanderlust and The Windsors. She first began her comedy career in a fringe theatre trio in 2013, which later became a duo under the name Lazy Susan. Featuring alongside Freya Parker, Lazy Susan were nominated for the comedy newcomer award at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and had their own sketch show on BBC Two. Over her career, Dring has also appeared in This Country and lent her voice to BBC Radio 4's Sketchorama. Hammed Animashaun Instagram: @hammedhamz Hammed Animashaun is an actor with roles across the stage and television, having starred in A Midsummer Night's Dream, Barber Shop Chronicles and Kiss Me, Kate on stage while also starring in Prime Video's The Wheel of Time and BBC comedy series Black Ops. It was for the latter series he won best male comedy performance at the 2024 Royal Television Society Programme Awards. He was also nominated in the same category at the BAFTA TV Awards the same year. Larry Dean Instagram: @larrydeancomedy Larry Dean is a stand-up comedian who began his comedy career while he was a student at university in 2010. Like many of his co-stars, Dean has been a regular at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe – his previous shows have included Fandan and Fudnut, both of which are available to watch on his YouTube page. He has also appeared on Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo, Michael McIntyre's Big Show and Gifted. George Fouracres Instagram: @fowerairkers George Fouracres is an actor who has performed extensively on stage, particularly at Shakespeare's Globe with Hamlet, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Twelfth Night, Much Ado About Nothing, The Tempest and The Comedy of Errors. He was also one part of comedy sketch group Daphne, alongside Phil Wang and Jason Forbes. His TV and film credits include Steve, The Franchise and Don't Hug Me I'm Scared. Jack Shep Instagram: @jack_shep Jack Shep is an actor and comedian, and has appeared in the likes of Big Boys, Changing Ends and This Place Is a S**thole. He has performed stand-up and online comedy and was shortlisted for the BBC new comedy award in 2023. Ayoade Bamgboye Instagram: @ayoadezahrah Ayoade Bamgboye is a comedian who debuted her first solo show Swings and Roundabouts at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2025, and she quickly scooped the award for best newcomer. She can also be seen in her Channel 4 Comedy Playground short Rise and Shine with Channel 9, and worked an assistant to director Yorgos Lanthimos on his Oscar-winning film Poor Things. Al Nash Instagram: @alnashcomedy Al Nash is a comedian and actor whose online sketches have amassed over 100 million views across social media. He has also regularly performs stand-up and holds an Al Nash & Friends variety night at The Moth Club in London. Paddy Young Instagram: @paddyisyoung Paddy Young is an actor and comedian, who some may recognise from his role as Jeb in Everyone Else Burns season 2, as well as smaller parts in Mitchell and Webb Are Not Helping and Timewasters. In 2023, he was nominated for an Edinburgh Comedy Award for best newcomer for his debut show Hungry, Horny and Scared. Ania Magliano Instagram: @aniamagliano Ania Magliano is a comedian and writer who has seen a steady rise to fame after placing as a finalist in the Funny Women Awards in 2020. As well as her acclaimed stand-up shows, she has featured on Taskmaster, Live at the Apollo and Clash of the Comics, and has written for Amelia Dimoldenberg's Chicken Shop Date. Annabel Marlow Instagram: @annabel_marlow_ Annabel Marlow is a theatre actor and comedian who appeared in the original production of Six the Musical as Katherine Howard. She also had a sold-out run of her one person show ...Is This Okay ?? at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Emma Sidi Instagram: @emmafrancescasidi Emma Sidi is an actress, comedian and writer who has worked across stage and screen. She has appeared on a number of much-loved TV programmes, including W1A, Stath Lets Flats, Starstruck, Ghosts and Taskmaster, and has performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, most recently with her 2024 show Emma Sidi Is Sue Gray. Saturday Night Live UK launches on to Sky One and NOW on Saturday 21 March at 10pm. Add Saturday Night Live UK to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Strictly Come Dancing legend officially confirms exit after 14 years
"I've decided this is the right time for me to close this chapter and take on new projects in other areas that I'm passionate about."
Karen Hauer will not be returning to Strictly Come Dancing later this year, the BBC and the professional dancer have announced. Hauer, who is the longest-serving female pro in the show's history, had been rumoured to have been axed from the entertainment programme following reports that a number of dancers had been dropped from the professionals line-up. In a post shared on social media today (21 March), executive producer Sarah James said in a statement: "We would like to say a huge and heartfelt thank you to Karen Hauer for her incredible contribution to Strictly Come Dancing over the last 14 years. As the longest-serving female professional dancer in the history of the show, Karen has given so much of herself and her time to the programme, and we are extremely grateful for the passion, creativity and dedication she has brought to every single performance. "She has captivated audiences with her talent, warmth and genuine love of dance and has been responsible for some of the most iconic partnerships and joyous routines the Strictly dance floor has ever seen. "We thank her for all these memorable moments and for her incredible work ethic. Her professionalism and sense of humour shine through everything she achieves and we can’t wait to see where her next chapter takes her." Karen doubly confirmed the sad news in a video shared on Instagram, saying: "After 14 years on Strictly Come Dancing, I've decided this is the right time for me to close this chapter and take on new projects in other areas that I'm passionate about." She continued: "Strictly completely changed my life, not only as a performer and a teacher, but as a human being. I've had the privilege of meeting so many incredible people and brilliant celebrity partners who have become close friends and people I admire so much. "None of this would have been possible without the amazing fans. You've been there since day one when I just moved to the UK and had no idea what I was getting myself into. I'm so grateful you watched me grow over the years and witnessed all of my different hairstyles." Over the years, Hauer has been partnered with Mark Wright, Charles Venn, Chris Ramsey, and more recently, Harry Aikines-Aryeetey – though she has never won the show in her 14 seasons. The closest she came to the Glitterball trophy was in 2020, where she finished in second place with Made in Chelsea star Jamie Laing. Many of those she has worked with have shared heartfelt messages in the comments of her post, with judge Motsi Mabuse writing: "Love you dear all the best", while fellow pro Johannes Radebe penned: "There's no one like you K. We love you mamasita!" The BBC is yet to confirm if any more dancers will be leaving the Strictly family, but Radio Times understands that plans for the 2026 series will be announced in due course. https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=radiotimes.com">Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what&rsquo;s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times &ndash; see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Strictly Come Dancing returns to BBC One and iPlayer later this year. Add Strictly Come Dancing to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
What time is BTS: The Comeback Live streaming on Netflix in the UK?
K-Pop superstars BTS will be making their long-awaited comeback today for fans worldwide, and it's all being streamed live on Netflix! In what has been described as a "monumental performance" and an "unprecedented, historic worldwide comeback event", this live stream will celebrate the release of the band's highly anticipated new album, ARIRANG. BTS members RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook will all reunite on the global stage for the first time. And there is plenty more BTS content on the way, with Netflix also producing a documentary film about the making of the band's comeback album, releasing on Friday 27 March. The documentary chronicles the long-awaited return of pop royalty, BTS, offering unprecedented access, following BTS as they come back together to begin a reunion set to be etched in pop culture history, while reflecting on the journey that transformed seven normal people into global icons. So what time can we all tune into the performance? Well, you're certainly asking the right questions - scroll down to find out! What time is BTS: The Comeback Live on Netflix? The broadcast for BTS: The Comeback will be streamed live from Seoul's historic Gwanghwamun Square on Saturday 21 March. For those in Korea, the broadcaster will begin at 8pm KST which, for fans in the UK, will be a nice start to the day as that'll be 11am GMT. For fans in the United States, it will air 4am PT and 7am ET dependant on your time zone. BTS: The Comeback Live will stream on Saturday 21 March live on Netflix. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. Add BTS: The Comeback Live to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Last One Laughing UK future confirmed - with a Halloween twist on the way for fans
The comedy competition will be returning for a third season.
Prime Video has greenlit a third season of Last One Laughing, while also announcing a special Halloween edition of the series. The comedy competition, which traps a group of comedians in a room and forbids them from smiling or laughing, with the one who abstains for the longest being crowned the winner, will be back on our screens for a third season in 2027. The Halloween edition is set to air later in 2026. Comedian Jimmy Carr will return to present both the third season and Halloween special, alongside deputy Roisin Conaty, with the pair "challenging a new lineup of comedians to keep a straight face while trying to make their opponents laugh", according to the streamer. The second season of Last One Laughing is currently underway on Prime Video, with new episodes dropping weekly until the finale on 2 April. The show's sophomore outing features stars including Alan Carr, Romesh Ranganathan, Mel Giedroyc, David Mitchell and defending champion Bob Mortimer. Mortimer recently told Radio Times magazine that he doesn't think his previous victory gave him an advantage. He explained: "The moment I walked in, I thought, 'No, it’s an entirely different dynamic'. I think the first three that I clocked were Alan Carr, Romesh and David, and I thought, 'Uh-oh, I have no chance. This is tough.'" Speaking about knowing some of the younger comedians less, he added: "That’s one of the joys of doing the show. As silly as it sounds, you can get quite close to people in those intense six hours. "At my age, you like seeing young people doing good, and they were really funny. It was a joy.” Last One Laughing UK season 2, episodes 1-3, are out now on Prime Video. Season 1 is available to stream in full now. Add Last One Laughing UK to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who is on The Claudia Winkleman Show tonight?
The Claudia Winkleman Show continue tonight with a starry line-up of famous faces from the worlds of film, television, music and beyond. Winkleman kicked off her chat show in style last week, though it may have fallen flat at times, with Radio Times giving the debut three stars. As ever, audiences can expect hilarious anecdotes, details about highly-anticipated movies and TV shows and some classic Winkleman magic. So, who is appearing on The Claudia Winkleman Show tonight? Here's everything you need to know about The Claudia Winkleman Show's latest set of guests, and when you can watch the episode. Who is on The Claudia Winkleman Show tonight? On Claudia Winkleman's sofa tonight is comedian Joanne McNally, who will be chatting about her record-breaking tour, as well as fellow comic Guz Khan, talking about his new series Bait. Elsewhere on the couch is Olivier Award nominee Rachel Zegler, telling all about starring in a new staging of The Last Five Years at the Palladium. Rounding off the celebrity line-up is Niall Horan, who will be chatting about his brand new album, Dinner Party. The Claudia Winkleman Show airs on Friday 20 March at 10:40pm on BBC One. The Claudia Winkleman Show continues on Friday 20 March at 10:40pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Add The Claudia Winkleman Show to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Who left The Apprentice this week? All the eliminated candidates from season 20
**Warning: Contains spoilers for The Apprentice season 20** The Apprentice returned for another episode tonight as the remaining candidates returned to the boardroom and were tasked with turning petals into profits. Tonight's task saw the candidates given a second chance on the buying task, and this time they found themselves in the Isle of Wight. But soon, the 11 business hopefuls became 10 as Lord Sugar fired another candidate who wasn't on their A-game in tonight's task. So, who was fired from The Apprentice 2026? Read on to find out more. Who left The Apprentice 2026 this week? Harry Clough - Week 8 Harry was brought back into the boardroom by Kieran, who was project manager on the losing team. But between Harry and Conor, Lord Sugar decided to fire Harry due to his purchasing of the stand-up paddle board being at too high a cost compared to the winning team. For Harry, being fired was "extraordinary", describing the moment as "a weird experience". He explained: "I kind of felt it coming because I was in the boardroom with Kieran and Conor, who are the biggest characters on the show. So, I thought I didn't stand a chance against those guys. "But then I was just really sad. I loved the whole process, filming was insane and everything was awesome. But then you just leave and you didn't see them again and then it is just back to normal life. I was happy with how far I got, but I was definitely gutted to go." Rajan Gill - Week 7 Rajan Gill became the tenth candidate to be fired from The Apprentice. Rajan was brought back to the boardroom by project manager Lawrence for his "lack of contribution", of which Lord Sugar agreed. Asked how it felt to be fired, Rajan said: "Well, it's never a great feeling. I think as candidates, we put so much into the process. So there is disappointment when you are sat there in the boardroom and you know, you ultimately see Lord Sugar's finger point across towards you. But I also look back at it now as part of the journey. You take the feedback, you reflect on it, and you move forward. "And I always like to think that being fired does not define you as an individual. Let’s say you’re watching the Olympics, you wouldn’t say that the people who don’t win are losers. No, they made it to the Olympics. Being a part of the actual show is such an incredible accolade I'll always keep with me. So yes, there's definitely a level of bittersweet." Megan Ruiter - Week 6 Megan was project manager this week and was in charge of organising the lagoon tour. Having done corporate events in the past, Megan thought this was the task she could sail through, but she found herself in the firing line after leading her team to a loss of $290 due to the clients asking for a 50 per cent refund for their raw and cold food and their kayaking activity which left them eating dinner in wet clothes. Speaking of her exit, Megan said: "I was absolutely devastated. I felt like there was a lot more that I could have shown to Lord Sugar. I feel like there was a lot more tasks where I could have shown more of the skill set that I've got. When I got fired, I was absolutely gutted and especially to be fired on a task that, on paper, is my most ideal task." Carrington Saunders - Week 6 Carrington's raw and cold potato wedges during the task left a poor taste, and led to her being fired by Lord Sugar. She said of her exit: "I can say it didn't hurt as much because it wasn't just me getting fired. So, it was more of a ‘wow’ moment opposed to something that was entirely sad. It wasn't until a few days later in when the sadness kicked in." Andrea Cooper - Week 6 Andrea's conflict with Kieran during a successful negotiation saw them her back in the boardroom alongside Megan and Lord Sugar wasn't impressed and pointed his firing finger at her. "I were actually okay about being fired but I'll be honest with you, I don't think I deserved to be," Andrea said of her exit. "It were a terrible task for me, it were another one where I was in the kitchen, which is just not my forte at all. "I'm not saying I was surprised because by my calculations, it could have possibly been a triple firing that week. But if there were only going to be one or two fired, I didn't think that it should have been me." Vanessa Tetteh-Squire - Week 5 Vanessa's failures as project manager led to her being fired, with Lord Sugar deciding that due to her poor leadership, a large loss in profit and the poor manufacturing of the bouquets, it was her turn to be fired from the process. "I was gutted. Absolutely gutted. I don't believe it was my time to go," Vanessa said of her firing. "I kind of just feel like my fate was already decided from when I put myself up because nobody else wanted the job, and we know from Apprentice history that the PM will always get the blame should anything go wrong. "So, I was really gutted that my risk of putting myself up for a task, that I knew nothing about, wasn’t seen as me being a risk taker, or willing to do whatever it took to get the result. It was taken as though I decided to do something I knew nothing about." Roxanne Hamedi - Week 4 This week, Roxanne found herself on the losing team and she, along with Rajan, were brought back into the boardroom by project manager Conor. Conor was criticised for providing unclear instructions to his team and Rajan was held responsible for some grave errors in the pitch. But, with Roxanne in charge of the branding as sub team leader, Lord Sugar's firing finger was aimed firmly at her. Asked how it felt be fired, Roxanne said: "It didn't feel good to be fired, just because I didn't think that I deserved to be. There was a lot going on that day and I feel like other people lacked accountability. So yeah, it wasn't a nice feeling." Tanmay Hingorani - Week 3 After Tanmay, Megan and Carrington found themselves in the firing line, Lord Sugar eventually pointed the finger at Tanmay, after he secured the low deal and became the fourth candidate to leave the competition. Asked how it felt to be fired from the process, Tanmay said: "I think the first few tasks I had contributed quite a lot and I tried to remain quite cool, calm and collected throughout those first two episodes. So, when things were getting a bit crazy, I did try and reign things in. For example in the storybook, I tried really hard to keep people grounded. "So, ultimately, I am disappointed for it to end this way. When we went into the negotiation, i was looking forward to it, I see negotiation as an art form, but that negotiation didn’t become a very nice piece of art. Karishma started with a monologue which set the tempo and then Megan came through and set the price ceiling by saying £12, and I shook the hand on £11.80 trying to salvage it. "I did take the bullet in the boardroom and I do think it was unfair. But you win some and you lose some and I can’t do much about it now!" Marcus Donkoh - Week 2 After much contemplation from Lord Sugar and pleas from the four candidates who returned to the boardroom, the business mogul ultimately decided to fire Marcus, who had been project manager of his team. "I didn't expect to be third," Marcus said on his way home. "Putting myself forward as PM, I thought it would be appreciated in the sense of I'm taking a risk, but it is what it is. Onwards and upwards." Georgina Newton - Week 1 It was a double firing no one was expecting as Lord Sugar told project manager Georgina she was fired. He said: "Georgina, I think you're your own worst enemy. You come in here, you bring two people in and you say they shouldn't be here. And so you leave me with nowhere to go, so Georgina, regretfully you're fired."` Nikki Jetha - Week 1 After plenty of back and forth in the boardroom between the project managers and those who were brought back to the boardroom, it was all down to Lord Sugar's decision. Addressing Nikki, Lord Sugar said: "Yes you put yourself forward as the project manager, very brave, but you were two hours late and you only got one item, and you were the overall project manager... And so it is with regret that you're fired." The Apprentice continues on Thursday 19 March at 9pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Add The Apprentice to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
SNL UK producer praises "special line-up" and teases show's tone: "We're sweating Britishness"
Live from London... it's Saturday night!
Saturday Night Live is finally making its way to the UK, and this weekend will see the very first episode with none other than Tina Fey at the helm. The comedian is celebrated for her era-defining years as head writer and cast member on the US version, but despite an American being the UK show's first host, there is plenty of British comedy talent attached. The sketch comedy announced its inaugural cast earlier this year, with a raft of comedy names from the likes of Taskmaster, Big Boys and Black Ops to name a few – and producer James Longman is sure audiences will be impressed. "We've just got an incredibly British perspective really," Longman told Radio Times. "Our whole team is such a modern mix of voices. The writers are amazing, they're very funny, we're sweating Britishness!" Fey will be joined by Wet Leg this Saturday and in the weeks that follow, The Tourist actor Jamie Dornan will host on 28 March, joined by BRIT award-winning band Wolf Alice, while on 4 April, Academy Award winner Riz Ahmed will present, accompanied by titans of rock Kasabian. View oEmbed on the source website But with only three hosts and musical acts confirmed so far, viewers are already speculating who else SNL UK has got up its sleeve. When suggested Madonna would be a great host and musical act, Longman told Radio Times: "It'd always be great to see Madonna, but we've got the first three shows and we're so lucky to have a line-up. "It's a really special line-up and hopefully it'll make some people laugh on Saturday night." Much like the original, each episode of SNL UK will be staged in front of a live studio audience, featuring an opening monologue, topical sketches, live music and a UK take on SNL’s iconic news satire, Weekend Update. Phil Edgar-Jones, executive director of unscripted originals at Sky, said of the series: "We all need a laugh like never before, so we’re beyond excited to bring Saturday Night Live to the UK, only 50 short years after it first launched in the US. "The show’s long-standing legacy of discovering and nurturing outstanding comedy talent speaks for itself, and this UK version will build on that legacy with the support of Lorne Michaels, a brilliant local production team, and an exciting new generation of voices. Saturday nights are looking bright!" Saturday Night Live UK launches on to Sky One and NOW on Saturday 21 March at 10pm – find out how to sign up for Sky TV. Add Saturday Night Live UK to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Gemma Collins reveals her "sleepless nights" and being "broken" during new Sky TV show
Collins might be no stranger to reality TV but the star has revealed she was "petrified" about making her new Sky show.
Gemma Collins has shared that viewers will see her "broken" in new reality series Four Weddings and a Baby, and that she had "sleepless nights" over the prospect of making the show. The new "unfiltered" series, which is due to air sometime in 2026, is set to follow the former The Only Way is Essex star as she plans the wedding she's always dreamed of and embarks on her IVF journey to start a family with Rami Hawash, to whom she’s been engaged for four years. The show will also see Collins open up for the first time on how her past has shaped the woman she has become, the highs and lows of love, and the hardships that come with public scrutiny. Speaking recently to Radio Times and other press, the star revealed that making Four Weddings and a Baby has been far from plain-sailing. "It's the only TV show I've made where I've been petrified about the whole thing, because it's very raw. There's no GC in it. Apart from when you see me the odd time at work. I've let the cameras in," she explained. "You see me broken. You see me being a real human, not a character. You see that, you know, despite the lights, the big house, the glamorous life that you can still be broken in so many different ways, and that's why I was so nervous about making this show," she continued. "I've never ever been nervous about a TV show. I can do it with my eyes shut, but I had so many chats and sleepless nights over this." She added: "And I'll be honest with you, even being here tonight feels surreal. Like Sky TV. How have I got a show on Sky TV? Like, grateful to Shirley Jones. I mean, she was on TOWIE back in the day. She was one of the producers. Thank you to Navybee everyone that's been behind us because I've still not seen the final edit, so I can't tell you what's in there but it's not that easy. "You know, it's weird because it's not entertainment this show. You know it's a docuseries. You see it all. So sorry if I don't look that glam." When the Navybee-produced show was announced back in August, Collins described the forthcoming 12 months as "the most important year of my life" and teased that "for the first time people will get to see the Gemma behind the GC. "Over the next year I will be planning my wedding and beginning the steps into starting a family," she continued. She added of the series: "I’ve always felt natural in front of the cameras, but now I want to let the world see the real, raw, me, sharing the most intimate and personal times in my life." "I feel ready to truly open up, not just about the present, but about my past and everything I’ve been through to become the woman I am today." Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
How to donate to Comic Relief online and on mobile
Red Nose Day 2026 is here and this is how you can give money to some worthy causes.
Red Nose Day is right around the corner, with just one more sleep to go before a huge night in comedy, entertainment and fundraising. After weeks of amazing fundraising efforts from people up and down the country, the annual entertainment extravaganza will take place tomorrow (Friday 20 March) live from MediaCityUK in Salford. Davina McCall will return once more to front the extravaganza, and will be joined by Katherine Ryan, Nick Mohammed, Joel Dommett and Catherine Tate as Nan from The Catherine Tate Show, along with crossover sketches, special episodes and live performances. Money raised from the Red Nose Day 2026 appeal will go to the charity Comic Relief, which helps provide the essentials that many people are currently living without: food on the table, a safe place to stay and support when it's needed most. If you're wondering how to donate to the charity, we've made a comprehensive guide on how to give money – whether you'd rather do it online or via the phone. Read on for everything you need to know about donating to Comic Relief. How to donate to Comic Relief online There are a number of ways you can donate to Comic Relief – the easiest being to do so on its website. On the donation page, you can choose to make a single donation of £25, £50, £100 or an amount of your choice, a monthly donation, or a donation you made by fundraising money. For example, £25 could provide a young person in the UK who has experience homelessness with a starter pack, helping them to take the first steps towards thriving independently in a new home. £50 could help feed 10 children for a day at a community hub during the school holidays, stopping them from going hungry. You can also enter any amount of your choice on the Comic Relief website. How to donate to Comic Relief over the phone You can make a donation on the phone by calling 03457 910 910 and using your debit or credit card to make a donation. Standard geographic charges from landlines and mobiles will apply. Calls from mobiles may cost more. You can also text to donate using the following numbers and codes: Text 'FIVE' to 70702 to donate £5 Text 'TEN' to 70702 to donate £10 Text 'TWENTY' to 70702 to donate £20 Text ‘THIRTY’ to 70702 to donate £30 Text 'FORTY' to 70702 to donate £40 Where can I buy a red nose for Comic Relief 2026? Amazon is once again the official home of the Red Nose and they can be purchased from just £2.50. There is also a collector pack with a surprise nose for £12.50, or a multipack of 30 noses for £60. Buy a Comic Relief Red Nose for £2.50 at Amazon This year marks the first ever drawable Design-Yer Nose, and each nose purchased from amazon.co.uk/comicrelief goes towards helping those in need. One famous face getting into the spirit is Kimberly Wyatt, who shared with her followers her very own Pussycat Dolls themed red nose. In an Instagram story, she wrote: “In my Pussycat red nose. Every nose bought on @amazonuk raises money for Comic Relief, so make sure to get yours!” As well as red noses, there's other Red Nose Day merch to buy – from boxes of tissues to badges, and kitchen towel to bucket hats. Red Noses are also available to buy at the Comic Relief shop. A portion of the proceeds from the merchandise will go to Comic Relief to help its work to tackle poverty, provide food, healthcare and safe shelter for people in the UK and around the world. Red Nose Day 2026 airs on Friday 20 March at 7pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Details on how to get involved this Red Nose Day can be found on the Comic Relief website. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
When is Comic Relief 2026? TV schedule, sketches and latest news
The fundraising extravaganza is fast approaching.
It's time to get funny for money as Red Nose Day returns for an extraordinary night of comedy, entertainment and fundraising. This year's live show will be more fun and energetic than ever, with live performances, amazing prizes, surprise cameos and must-see sketches, all to raise money to help people access food, shelter and safety. Comic Relief: Funny for Money will once more be broadcast live from MediaCityUK in Salford, and for the very first time, live streamed simultaneously on the official BBC YouTube channel. Davina McCall will return once more to front the extravaganza, and will be joined by Katherine Ryan, Nick Mohammed, Joel Dommett and Catherine Tate as Nan from The Catherine Tate Show, as they get together to present a night of fun! But when will it all be on TV? Read on for everything you need to know about Red Nose Day 2026! When is Red Nose Day 2026? Red Nose Day will air live on Friday 20 March on BBC One and iPlayer. What time is Comic Relief 2026 on TV? It'll be time to get funny for money at 7pm. As ever, it'll be a fundraising extravaganza and will be live on air for a whopping three hours, drawing to a close at 10pm. How to watch Red Nose Day 2026: TV schedule Once more, Red Nose Day is packed with sketches and performances to raise money for Comic Relief, and here is a list of everything announced so far: The Bank Job, starring Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary Amandaland sketch bringing together some of TV's most notable Amandas The Traitors: The Movie sequel, starring Iain Stirling, Vicky Pattison, Alison Steadman and Rachel, Stephen and Fiona Katherine Ryan and John Richardson channel their inner Cathy and Heathcliff in a Wuthering Heights sketch We'll keep this page updated as more sketches and musical performances are announced! There will also be a raft of Red Nose Day-themed television prior to and after the big night and on the television to fundraise for Comic Relief. The funny continues as Romesh Ranganathan hosts a special episode of Comic Relief Does The Weakest Link on BBC Two at 10pm. Facing questions will be six comedians all hoping to avoid the walk of shame. On Saturday 21 March a special highlights show from the big night – Comic Relief: More Funny For Money – will air on BBC iPlayer and BBC One. Over on BBC Two at 8:45pm, Comic Relief's Hits and Hidden Gems, will air, showcasing Red Nose Day's rich archive with much-loved performances from artists including Adele, One Direction and The Spice Girls, sitting alongside rarely-seen gems from Sam Smith and John Legend, Helen Mirren and Robbie Coltrane – and Alan Partridge channelling Kate Bush. Since Friday 13 March, Greg James has embarked on an epic 1,000km endurance tandem cycle across the UK to raise life-changing funds for Red Nose Day. The BBC Radio 1 DJ will spend eight relentless days pushing himself to the limit, riding through England and Wales before crossing the finish line in Edinburgh on Friday 20 March. Listeners can tune into BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds throughout the week for Radio 1's Longest Ride with Greg James. On Thursday 19 March, The One Show will air an exclusive preview of the biggest sketches and studio moments, including a behind-the-scenes trip to Amandaland and a live look at how rehearsals are going in Salford. On Friday 20 March, Blue Peter will become Red Peter as they join in on the Red Nose Day fun in a special episode. And finally, four digital creators – Ayame, Sarel, Victor Kunda and Specs Gonzalez – will come together to form a real band, stepping outside of their comfort zones and straight into the spotlight for a live performance in The Creator Band for Red Nose Day. What is the Red Nose Day Amandaland sketch? In what will be a hilarious sketch, Lucy Punch and Philippa Dunne will reprise their roles as Amanda and Anne in a short story that sees the duo invited to BBC Broadcasting house for an interview with Sara Cox. But things don't go to plan... Confirmed names to feature include Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden, property expert Amanda Lamb, Coronation Street legend Amanda Barrie, TV presenter Amanda Byram and recent The Traitors contestant Amanda Collier. Where can I buy Red Noses for Comic Relief 2026? Amazon is once more the official home of the Red Nose and they can be purchased from just £2.50. There is also a collector pack with a surprise nose for £12.50, or a multipack of 30 noses for £60. Buy a Comic Relief Red Nose for £2.50 at Amazon This year marks the first ever drawable Design-Yer Nose, and each nose purchased from amazon.co.uk/comicrelief goes towards helping those in need. One famous face getting into the spirit is Kimberly Wyatt, who shared with her followers her very own Pussycat Dolls themed red nose. In an Instagram story, she wrote: “In my Pussycat red nose. Every nose bought on @amazonuk raises money for Comic Relief, so make sure to get yours!” As well as red noses, there's other Red Nose Day merch to buy – from boxes of tissues to badges, and kitchen towel to bucket hats. Red Noses are also available to buy at the Comic Relief shop. A portion of the proceeds from the merchandise will go to Comic Relief to help its work to tackle poverty, provide food, healthcare and safe shelter for people in the UK and around the world. Red Nose Day 2026 airs on Friday 20 March at 7pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Details on how to get involved this Red Nose Day can be found on the Comic Relief website. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. 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Last One Laughing UK cast: Which comedians feature in season 2?
Last One Laughing UK has finally returned for a second season on Prime Video, with an impressive line-up of some of the nation's greatest comedians. For fans of season 1, this needn't be explained, but the premise of Last One Laughing is simple – the comedians must try to make each other laugh, while ensuring they don't laugh either. The last comedian standing will then be crowned the winner, and re-entering the arena is Bob Mortimer, who won season 1. As he returns to defend his crown, Mortimer has admitted that it is a "different dynamic". In an interview with Radio Times magazine, the comedian said: "I think the first three that I clocked were Alan Carr, Romesh [Ranganathan] and David [Mitchell], and I thought, ‘Uh-oh, I have no chance. This is tough.'" But who else is in Last One Laughing UK season 2? Read on to find out more about which familiar faces will be on our screens for the show's second outing. Last One Laughing UK cast: Which comedians feature in season 2? Here's the full list of Last One Laughing UK season 2 comedians. David Mitchell Diane Morgan Romesh Ranganathan Amy Gledhill Maisie Adam Mel Giedroyc Alan Carr Gbemisola Ikumelo Sam Campbell Bob Mortimer Read on for more information on who they are. David Mitchell Age: 51 Twitter/X: @RealDMitchell David Mitchell is a comedian, actor and writer who rose to fame alongside fellow comic Robert Webb as part of comedy duo, Mitchell and Webb. The pair went on to star in Peep Show, a much beloved and award-winning sitcom. Together, the pair have written and starred in several sketch shows, with their most recent being Mitchell and Webb Are Not Helping. Mitchell's other works include Ludwig, Upstart Crow, Would I Lie to You? and now, Last One Laughing UK. Not being a stand-up comedian himself, Mitchell admitted it was "easier" facing off with the comedians as he has experienced more comedy in situations "where no one laughs". "You know, a show like Peep Show – no one’s laughing. And that’s no reflection on the script," he told Radio Times. Diane Morgan Age: 50 Instagram: @missdianemorgan Diane Morgan is an actress, comedian and writer who many will know and love for her portrayal of Philomena Cunk in Charlie Brooker's Weekly Wipe, Cunk on Britain, Cunk on Earth and Cunk on Life. Her other notable credits include Motherland, After Life and Mandy. This year, she'll be trying not to crack a smile as she takes part in Last One Laughing UK, and she initially thought it'd be an easy task thanks to Cunk. She told Radio Times: "Yeah, I thought, 'Look, I’ve had loads of training here.' It’s not just when you’re talking to the experts where you have to keep a straight face, it’s for the whole shoot, whatever happens. So I went in there thinking, 'This is going to be easy.' But it wasn’t!" Romesh Ranganathan Age: 47 Instagram: @romeshranga Romesh Ranganathan is a comedian and actor, known for his self-deprecating comedy style. Over the years, Romesh has fronted various series including Asian Provocateur and Just Another Immigrant. He has been hosting The Weakest Link since 2021 after taking over from Anne Robinson, and also hosts Romesh Ranganathan's Parents' Evening alongside his mother. While he's known for his deadpan humour, did that help him in Last One Laughing UK? Not really... "My default is to not smile. If anything, I have to consciously show a bit more enthusiasm for stuff when it’s appropriate," he told Radio Times. "I think it puts you at a slight disadvantage, because you become a target. Mel [Giedroyc] laughs at everything so it’s arguably trickier for her, but she was a hell of a competitor." Buy Romesh Ranganathan UK tour tickets Amy Gledhill Age: 38 Instagram: @thatamygledhill Amy Gledhill is a comedian and actress who began her career in various sketch groups, and from 2020 to 2021 she appeared in the children's sketch show Big Fat Like before starring in comedy series Alma's Not Normal. More recently, Gledhill starred in Harlan Coben's Run Away on Netflix and has been announced as a contestant on the upcoming season of Taskmaster. "I was too scared to do stand-up, but then I started dating a boy when I was at university who was an open-mic comedian," Gledhill told Radio Times of her start into comedy. "I’d go to all his gigs, and he was terrible. That’s what gave me the confidence to try it. I was living in Leeds and booked myself into a competition in Manchester and didn’t tell anyone I was going to do it. I got right through to the final, and that was about 13 years ago." Maisie Adam Age: 32 Instagram: @maisieadam Maisie Adam is a stand-up comedian who many will recognise from her appearances on Mock the Week, The Big Fat Quiz of the Year and A League of Their Own. Her other TV appearances include Celebrity Mastermind, Tipping Point and her stand-up special Appraisal, which is available to watch on Sky and NOW. She also co-hosts women's football podcast Big Kick Energy with Suzi Ruffell. "I spend 90 per cent of my life in the giggles," Maisie said of her decision to appear on Last One Laughing. "If I’m on stage, if I hear a funny sound from the audience, and everybody else has clocked it, I can be derailed for a good five minutes. So the idea of getting to do the challenge in person was far too tempting." Buy Maisie Adam UK tour tickets Mel Giedroyc Age: 57 Instagram: @melgiedroyc Mel Giedroyc is a comedian and TV presenter, best known for her longtime working relationship with Sue Perkins. The pair have co-hosted shows like Light Lunch, The Great British Bake Off and Mel & Sue, as well as the recent Win Win with People's Postcode Lottery on ITV. Over the years, Giedroyc has led the UK's Eurovision coverage and participated in The Masked Singer, and now she's setting off on a brand new challenge: Last One Laughing. "I used the power of my gurn," Giedroyc said of her tactic on the series. "I idolised Les Dawson as a child, and no one has ever gurned like Les. It involves a lower jaw often coming up above the upper jaw. I had to employ every muscle and every sinew of my face and body, and use the muscles on the side of my neck. I’ve given myself a very cheap jowl lift. I won’t be going to see the botox lady, unlike Jimmy Carr." Alan Carr Age: 49 Instagram: @chattyman Alan Carr is best known from his Chatty Man talk show, which aired from 2009 until 2017. The comedian has been at the helm of plenty of TV shows over the years, including Alan Carr's Epic Gameshow, and currently leads Alan Carr's Picture Slam and Amanda and Alan's Italian Job. He recently starred on The Celebrity Traitors, which he went on to win - a surprise to both himself and the nation! For those who watched the BBC programme, he couldn't stop giggling, so how could he possibly hold it in on a show where he categorically cannot laugh? "I often hung around the recycling bin," he told Radio Times. "I started recycling just so that no one could see my face. And, in the worst moments, I thought about my dogs being put down, which is really grim! But, hey, it got me through some difficult moments. So thank you, Bev and Joyce, looking down from doggie heaven. I owe you one." Buy Alan Carr UK tour tickets Gbemisola Ikumelo Age: 39 Instagram: @gbemisola_ikumelo Gbemisola Ikumelo is an actress and comedian who first rose to prominence when her sketch show Famalam debuted on BBC Three, for which she won the best female comedy performance award from the Royal Television Society. She has since gone on to star in Black Ops, the Prime Video series A League of Their Own, and has performed in the theatre production Clyde's at the Donmar Warehouse. Gbemisola told Radio Times that the hardest she has ever laughed was while filming this series, adding: "The laugh that came out of my mouth was actually quite scary, maybe because I was stifling it. I’ve accessed a new laugh, and I have many – an angry laugh, a flirty laugh, a 'when something is funny' laugh, and now a demonic laugh to add to it." Sam Campbell Age: 34 Instagram: @mcdonaldscomedy Sam Campbell is a comedian hailing from Australia, who first achieved fame in his home country as a stand-up and internet sketch comic, quickly gaining a devoted fan base. He has since relocated to the UK and in 2022, he won the top prize at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards for his Fringe show. In 2023, he appeared and won Taskmaster and eventually went on to compete in a recent Champion of Champions. Asked if it was rather nightmarish making jokes to an audience who cannot laugh, Sam told Radio Times: "Not so much. I don’t trust comedians. These guys have got big heads and big egos, and they’re throwing them around. They’re selfish people, and I try not to be selfish. I don’t want to be seen as having tickets on myself." Buy Sam Campbell UK tour tickets Bob Mortimer Age: 66 Instagram: @realbobmortimer Bob Mortimer is a comedian who is best known for his comedy work with Vic Reeves, with whom he formed the group Reeves and Mortimer. More recently, fans have enjoyed watching him star alongside Paul Whitehouse in Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing. Bob is no stranger to a game show, having appeared on the likes of 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Taskmaster and Would I Lie to You?, the latter of which he has made the most appearances on out of any guest. But he also has the accolade of being the inaugural champion of Last One Laughing UK, and it was no easy feat stepping back into the game. He told Radio Times: "I wondered about having an advantage, having done it before, but the moment I walked in, I thought, 'No, it’s an entirely different dynamic'. I think the first three that I clocked were Alan Carr, Romesh and David, and I thought, ‘Uh-oh, I have no chance. This is tough.'" Revisit the first season of Last One Laughing UK below: View Green Video on the source website Last One Laughing UK season 2 episodes 1-3 are available to watch now on Prime Video. Season 1 is available to stream now. Add Last One Laughing UK to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Race Across the World return date is finally confirmed as new pairings head from Europe to Mongolia
The sixth season will feature what could be the toughest journey yet.
Race Across the World is finally making its grand return to BBC One this spring, as a new group of intrepid teams travel across Europe and Asia. The sixth season will feature what could be the toughest journey yet, as the five teams travel more than 12,000km from Italy to Mongolia. Their route will see them travel through Italy, Greece, Türkiye, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan before finishing on the shores of Lake Khövsgöl, in northern Mongolia. And there isn't long to go, as Race Across the World returns on Thursday 2 April at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer! View oEmbed on the source website This year's pairs include best friends Jo and Kush, siblings Katie and Harrison, father and daughter Molly and Andrew, cousins Puja and Roshni and in-laws Mark and Margo. As ever, the teams will embark on a race like no other, being stripped of their smartphones and bank cards and only the money equivalent of flying the route. Each pair will be test physically and emotionally, but only one team can emerge victorious as they battle to be the first to reach the finish line and claim the £20,000 cash prize. Read more: The Assembly season 2 confirms line-up of stars - including multiple British comedy legends Channel 4 confirms "bold" new TV format show recreating COBRA war room simulation As well as the series, fans of Race Across the World can also look forward to a new video podcast, presenter by former Celebrity Race Across the World winner Scott Mills, as well as season 4 winner Alfie Watts, offering his top travel tips. Each week on Race Across the World: The Detour, the podcast will welcome guests from travel-savvy creators, to comedians and celebrity fans of the show, as they dissect destinations, swap tales of adventure, and celebrate the real life stories and unforgettable journeys of the beloved series. Race Across the World: The Detour will be available weekly on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds immediately after the new series episodes have aired. Race Across the World returns on Thursday 2 April at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer. Seasons 1-5 are available to watch on iPlayer. Add Race Across the World to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.