THE CHASE star Bradley Walsh has bagged a new gig hosting ITV’s Royal Variety Show which will hit screens later this month.
The Royal Variety Show is a yearly tradition that sees some of the world's best talent perform in front of the royal family alongside a celebrity host.
Last year Not Going Out’s Lee Mack took on the hosting duties for the event which paid special tribute to the late Queen.
This year, 63-year-old ITV star Bradley is taking over as the show’s host.
“I am so excited to be presenting this year’s show,” the Blankety Blank host said.
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He continued: “It’s been 30 years this year since I first performed at The Royal Variety Performance, so what an absolute honour to be hosting.
“The line-up is incredible and I can’t wait for you all to see what I have in store.”
This new gig comes at a busy time for Bradley, who is working on a sixth season of Breaking Dad with his son Barney, and is also set to host another series, Bradley Walsh: Legends of Comedy. The three-part series premieres on Channel 5 soon and is set to celebrate some of the world’s greatest comedy legends.
Speaking about the series, Bradley said: “Having spent the last 40 years of my life working in comedy, it’s been wonderful speaking to some of my favourite people about our favourite comedians who have inspired us throughout our careers. We have a wealth of comedy talent in the UK and it’s a joy to celebrate them all.”
Bradley will be bringing his comedic spirit to his upcoming gig at the Royal Albert Hall too.
The Royal Variety Show will take place on November 30. It’s not yet known which royals will be in attendance, but with such an impressive lineup, they’re sure to have a spectacular night.
The show is jam-packed with entertainment, which will culminate in a headline performance from award-winning superstar Cher. The 77-year-old will be performing a number from her new Christmas album to get everyone in the festive spirit.
The show will also feature an ensemble performance from the casts of The Lion King, Frozen, Aladdin, Hercules and Beauty & The Beast to celebrate 100 years of Disney.
Derren Brown’s West End show Unbelievable will bring the magic to the Royal Albert Hall, while Ted Lasso star and Eurovision host Hannah Waddingham is set to perform with the English National Opera.
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Rick Astley, Zara Larsson and Paloma Faith will also contribute to the musical entertainment, and Spice Girls star Mel C will perform a tribute to theatre producer Bill Kenwright following his death last week.
