Yahoo News ITV2 announces new show from the makers of The Chase
ITV2 has unveiled a brand new entertainment show called CelebAbility from the makers of The Chase and Ninja Warrior.
The concept will see five friends go head-to-head with five celebrities in a series of rounds, based around an unusual skill or ability that the celebs believe they have.
It all builds up to a final round where remaining friends must answer questions about the remaining celebrities. The fewer celebs there are, the better chance the contestants have.
The show will be presented by stand-up comedian Iain Stirling – best known for his work on CBBC and as the narrator on Love Island – and the winners will bag a cash prize.
"I'm absolutely buzzing to start the show and find out how truly talented our British celebrities are," Iain said. "Are celebrities fundamentally better than members of the public? It's about time someone found out!"
Saskia Schuster, ITV's Comedy Commissioner, added: "CelebAbility is the game show for anyone with an unusual party trick and a competitive nature. Comedian Iain Stirling will host the showdown between panellists and celebrities, for some seriously silly fun."
Meanwhile, The Chase has been caught up in a storm in recent weeks. It's currently taking a break, with its regular slot filled by new series Babushka, hosted by Rylan Clark-Neal.
However, Rylan went off social media after receiving unacceptable abuse from some Chase fans. He's since addressed the controversy and has been rightly defended by the likes of Chaser Jenny Ryan.
Nooo, I hope #TheChase fans give @rylan's #Babushka a chance - I've heard good things! We're having a few weeks off, you're in good hands x https://t.co/nPWhqLljup
- Jenny Ryan (@jenlion) April 19, 2017
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