Alan Carr Joins New BBC Game Show
Alan Carr, well-known for his role in Celebrity Traitors on BBC One and his ITV sitcom Changing Ends, has been recruited by the BBC for a new prime-time quiz show. The 49-year-old comedian was reportedly flown abroad to film a pilot for this new celebrity-themed format, according to The Sun.
Growing Popularity and New Opportunities
Alan's presence on television has sparked significant interest, especially following his appearance as a Traitor on the popular BBC game show. Despite his long association with ITV, where his comedy projects have thrived, the BBC has moved quickly to secure him for this fresh role.
Competition with Jonathan Ross
The new deal places Alan Carr in direct competition with his Celebrity Traitors co-star Jonathan Ross. Ross recently renewed his contract with ITV to continue hosting The Jonathan Ross Show, setting the stage for a notable rivalry between the two TV personalities.
A source shared with The Sun: "Unquestionably, Alan is the hottest man on TV right now. Everyone wants a piece of him. But the BBC have acted quickly and last week he was jetted out to a swanky European city for a day of filming a pilot."
Background Context
This new development comes after speculation that Alan Carr was negotiating a new TV deal, eight years after the end of his Channel 4 chat show, Chatty Man. The upcoming BBC quiz show could mark a major return to prime-time for the comedian.
Summary: Alan Carr, a rising TV star, has been swiftly recruited by the BBC for a new celebrity quiz show, intensifying his profile and setting up a high-profile rivalry with Jonathan Ross.