Alan Carr, known for his role on Celebrity Traitors and his sitcom Changing Ends on ITV, has been 'poached' by the BBC for an exciting new project. The 49-year-old comedian is reportedly filming a pilot for a prime-time quiz show featuring celebrity guests.
Alan's recent appearance on the BBC One gameshow Celebrity Traitors significantly boosted his TV profile. Following rumors of a new television deal, this move marks his return to BBC after the end of Channel 4's Chatty Man eight years ago.
This new deal places Alan in direct competition with his Celebrity Traitors co-star Jonathan Ross, who has 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."
The source highlights the swift action by the BBC to secure Alan for their upcoming series.
Alan Carr's move to the BBC for a new celebrity quiz show underscores his rising popularity and the competitive landscape of UK television.