Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, the beloved television duo known as Ant and Dec, have confirmed their future with ITV, extending their contract with the channel for an additional three years. This announcement solidifies their longstanding partnership as they approach three decades of delivering entertainment to audiences.
The presenters, both aged 50, expressed their excitement about the extension, which will keep them at ITV and its streaming service, ITVX, until the end of 2028. This year marks a significant milestone, as it coincides with the 30th anniversary of their debut on the network. They first gained prominence by hosting the children’s Saturday morning show, SM:TV Live, alongside Cat Deeley.
In their announcement, Ant shared, “We are absolutely delighted to be continuing our long-standing and creative partnership with our friends at ITV.” Dec added, “We’re so lucky to work on some of the biggest and best TV shows, and we’re proud of what we have achieved together with ITV over the years. We’re excited for the future and looking forward to making more great entertainment together.”
Throughout their tenure at ITV, Ant and Dec have become a staple of British television, earning a remarkable 48 National Television Awards and 18 BAFTA Television Awards for their contributions to live entertainment. Their engaging style and charisma have made them a favorite among viewers.
As part of their upcoming projects, they will return to present a new series of the game show, Ant and Dec’s Limitless Win, in 2026, along with the popular variety show Britain’s Got Talent. Additionally, they are set to revive the wilderness survival show, I’m A Celebrity… South Africa, a spin-off of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!, which has not aired since 2023. In November, the duo will once again travel to Australia to host the iconic jungle survival series.
Kevin Lygo, Managing Director for Media and Entertainment at ITV, praised their partnership, stating, “Ant & Dec’s impact upon the world of live entertainment is unrivalled, with their triumphant partnership reigning supreme for over three decades. This new three-year working relationship marks an exciting new chapter with ITV, which I have no doubt will be full of yet more unmissable entertainment.”
As Ant and Dec continue to captivate audiences, their future with ITV promises to be filled with exciting new projects that maintain their legacy in the entertainment industry. For the latest updates on television and show business, viewers can visit the Liverpool ECHO website.
