ITV boss Kevin Lygo has confirmed the network is looking into an “alternative” for I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!
The ITV official made the confession as he spoke at the Edinburgh Television Festival via video link.
Kevin told audiences how the show, which is hosted by Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, is likely to go ahead as usual in Australia this year, but it is looking into alternatives if it is not possible.
The telly chief held back from announcing what would be likely to be the alternative for the show.
Ant and Dec typically host the reality show (Image: ITV/Shutterstock)
Prior to Kevin’s comments, an insider reportedly told The Sun that the crew has been told they will be filming in Australia as expected.
A TV source said: “ITV are certain lockdown will be well over by the time I’m A Celeb normally starts which is in November.
“Every year it’s a ratings smash and this year will more than likely be even bigger as the public will be desperate for some fresh and uplifting TV.
Kevin Lygo, Director of Television ITV, spoke at the Edinburgh TV Festival (Image: Getty Images)
“ITV have started hiring crew as well as advertising for them Down Under.
“And bookers are still on the case with celebrities, holding meetings on the likes of Zoom.”
Kevin has also commented on the future of the network’s other popular show, Love Island.
The chief revealed that ITV is mindful that seeing the Islanders “slavering over each other” may send a bad message to those social-distancing at home.
Last year Jacqueline Jossa won the show (Image: Instagram)
Speaking at the Edinburgh Television Festival, he said: “We’re approaching the moment of is it feasible? Will Majorca open its doors?
“What signal might it be sending out if we’re doing a show where everyone is crammed together slavering over each other, and the rest of the world is told not to go near anyone in the park?”
He also dismissed reports that the show will be filmed in Cornwall after fans poked fun at the idea.
Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
