Celebrity Traitors Star Alan Carr Poached for New BBC Game Show
Alan Carr, known for his role on Celebrity Traitors and his ITV sitcom Changing Ends, is set to gain even more spotlight after being recruited by the BBC for a new game show format. The 49-year-old comedian has reportedly been flown abroad to film a pilot for a prime-time quiz show featuring celebrity guests, according to The Sun.
This move follows rumors about a new TV deal for Carr, eight years after his Channel 4 chat show Chatty Man ended. The deal would pit him against his Celebrity Traitors co-star Jonathan Ross, who recently renewed his contract with ITV for The Jonathan Ross Show.
"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."
Alan Carr's Expanding TV Presence
- Currently stars on ITV's Changing Ends.
- Gained prominence on BBC One's Celebrity Traitors.
- Filming a new BBC prime-time quiz show pilot abroad.
- Possible new TV deal marks a major career step after Chatty Man ended.
Competition and Industry Buzz
Alan's new BBC deal could create a fresh rivalry with Jonathan Ross, maintaining both stars' prominent presence on British television.
Summary: Alan Carr’s rising popularity has led to a new BBC quiz show opportunity, highlighting his growing influence in the UK TV industry and sparking a friendly rivalry with fellow star Jonathan Ross.