Former EastEnders star Ross Kemp is to return to Glasgow to film two new series of popular BBC quiz show Bridge of Lies, with the primetime celebrity series having been confirmed to go ahead at one of Scotland's most iconic landmarks.
The author and television presenter, 58, will be back fronting the daytime quiz show, which will be filmed at Glasgow’s Kelvin Hall and is expected to land on screens next year. Bridge of Lies will return for a third series, whilst the celeb version returns for series two.
Ross spoke of how excitement in returning to Glasgow to film the show, saying: “I’m overwhelmed at the response we’ve had from audiences for this show. It’s great for all the family to get involved in, both in the day and on Saturday evenings.
"Hosting Bridge of Lies, with all its jeopardy, tension and hilarious moments, is one of the most enjoyable parts of my year, so I’m delighted it’s been recommissioned by the BBC and can’t wait to get back filming in Glasgow.”
The BBC quiz show sees teams of contestants competing for cash by crossing a bridge made up of stepping stones across the studio floor. Each stepping stone has a different option, and the players must try to get from A to B by stepping on the truths and avoiding the lies, or risk falling off the bridge and out of the game.
Celebrity Bridge of Lies has been ordered by Kalpna Patel-Knight, Head of Entertainment Commissioning for the BBC, while series three for BBC Daytime has been recommissioned by Rob Unsworth, Head of BBC Daytime and Early Peak.
Kalpna Patel-Knight, BBC Head of Entertainment Commissioning said: “Bridge of Lies was a big hit with Daytime audiences, so to bring it back for a third series and commission another primetime version is very exciting.
"I’m really looking forward to seeing our next batch of competitive celebrities deal with the pressure of the bridge and the pressure of being in the funny and formidable company of Ross, our superb host."
Rob Unsworth, Head of BBC Daytime added: "Bridge of Lies has been a real hit with Daytime audiences, so I’m delighted to be bringing it back for a third series. It’s a unique and winning format, and Ross does a brilliant job making contestants feel at ease when they’re under pressure. I know viewers will be as excited as I am to see it return.”
Both series will again be produced by Bridge of Lies creators STV Studios, with Gary Chippington, STV Studios’ Creative Director of Entertainment, continuing to serve as Executive Producer.
Series three is currently looking for contestants to take part and you can show your interest by applying to the online link here.
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