ITV poach two huge stars from BBC to host this year’s Royal Variety Performance
One star has described the gig as 'truly an honour'
BRITAIN’S Got Talent judge Amanda Holden and comedian Alan Carr will host this year’s Royal Variety Performance on ITV.
The pair have been poached by the broadcaster from the BBC following the success of their DIY show Amanda & Alan’s Italian Job.
The star-studded event will take place at the Royal Albert Hall on Friday, November 22 and aired later.
BGT winner Sydnie Christmas is already confirmed to perform.
Amanda said: “It truly is such an honour. I’m still pinching myself.
“This is a dream job.
“Alan is a true friend and we are already bursting with ideas and excitement.
“It’s going to be such a fun night.
“I’ve worked on Britain’s Got Talent for 18 years and have been so proud watching all our winners perform for the Royal Family.”
Alan, who hosted the show in 2021, added: “I am completely thrilled to be asked back to host the Royal Variety Performance so soon — what a compliment.
“It was an honour three years ago and it’s an honour now.
“To be able to host this magical evening with my best friend and TV wife Amanda Holden is the icing on the cake for me.
“If we have half as much fun as we did three years ago, well we are all in for a real treat.”
Last year The Chase host Bradley Walsh presented the show attended by the Prince and Princess of Wales.