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Iconic BBC show renewed for new series 26 years after original with big star to host
Romesh Ranganathan will return as host as the celebrity quiz format continues and pre-production is underway ahead of filming this summer.
- The BBC has reportedly commissioned a sixth series of The Weakest Link with Romesh Ranganathan returning as host, continuing the revival that launched in late 2021.
- Originally hosted by Anne Robinson, the gameshow aired nearly 1,700 episodes between 2000 and 2012 before the revival format shifted to feature celebrity contestants competing for charity.
- Celebrities including Johnny Vegas, Dermot, Gok Wan, and Stacey Dooley have participated in the revival, with special editions featuring stars from EastEnders and Gladiators.
- Pre-Production for the upcoming sixth series is currently underway, with filming scheduled to take place this summer and all episodes available on BBC platforms.
- The BBC also renewed Balamory for series 3 and 4 following its 2024 reboot, as executives at Lion Television Scotland and CBeebies said the show promotes kindness and togetherness.
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