ITV have shelved the show You Bet! after Holly Willoughby turned down the presenting gig.  

The presenter, 45, and Stephen Mulhern hosted two specials back in 2024, when the network rebooted the format of the game show which ran for 10 series in the nineties. 

But now ITV have made the decision to not make it a permanent fixture in their TV schedule – but did not rule out the possibility of a return in the future.  

Fans will be sad to not see Holly on screens, after her other shows Dancing On Ice and Celebrity Bear Hunt were not renewed for another season. 

Speaking to The Sun, a TV insider said You Bet!’s shelving will be ‘another disappointment’ for Holly as it was her first big project with ITV since she left This Morning in 2023 after a horrifying kidnap, rape and murder plot against her.

They said: ‘This will be another disappointment for Holly as she was so closely associated with the show and this was her first new, big project with ITV after she left This Morning.’

ITV have shelved the show You Bet! after Holly Willoughby turned down the presenting gig (Pictured together at the launch)

Fans will be sad to not see Holly on screens, after Dancing On Ice and Celebrity Bear Hunt were not renewed for another season 

An ITV spokesperson told the Daily Mail: ‘You Bet! returned to ITV in 2024 with a peak overnight audience of 4.4m. Both You Bet! and You Bet! On Tour are available to watch on ITVX. 

‘There are currently no plans for a new series of You Bet! On Tour.’ 

The Daily Mail has contacted representatives for Holly for comment. 

The Mail previously revealed Holly dashed ITV’s hopes that she would be their Saturday night star after she turned down a lucrative deal to front a new series of the classic game show You Bet!

ITV sources say that she is ‘busy with other commitments’, which meant she was unable to return to the programme. 

Meanwhile, last year, it was revealed that Dancing On Ice was being ‘rested’ and that there were no plans for a future series. Then in June, Netflix cancelled Bear Hunt after just one season. 

But despite her break from TV, Holly has been keeping busy – launching into an influencer career and promoting her wellness brand Wylde Moon. 

And plotting her return to the small screen, Holly is reportedly quietly working on a project that will see her produce her own show – as well as host it. 

She is working with her husband Dan Baldwin’s production company Hungry Bear to develop a ‘multi-strand programme for digital platforms’ in a move she is said to be ‘thrilled and excited’ about. 

Just last week Bear Grylls revealed why his Netflix show Bear Hunt was axed.  

ITV have said there are currently no plans for another season of You Bet!, but did not rule out the possibility of a return in the future

It is the third show with Holly, 45, at the helm to be shelved in the last year, after Dancing On Ice and Celebrity Bear Hunt (pictured) were not renewed for another season

Last year it was revealed that Dancing On Ice was being ‘rested’ and that there were no plans for a future series (seen on the show in March 2025)

The TV host, 51, and Holly fronted the show, which aired last February and followed Bear as he hunted down 12 celebrities.

However the series was not renewed by the streaming giant – despite hit ratings and a star-studded cast which included Mel B, Lottie Moss and Boris Becker. 

Of why it was axed, Bear told The Sun: ‘I loved Bear Hunt. It actually did so well. It went to the No1 show on Netflix in the UK and sat there for two weeks – epic. Netflix were really happy. But it was a big, expensive show.

‘There was a change at Netflix, high up, and everyone likes a new project. And I would say that was a 49-51 vote, and it just came down on the wrong side of that. 

‘I was sad it didn’t come back, but Holly was great to work with. We had so much fun.’

Celebrity Bear Hunt had an impressive line up of celebrities which included Danny Cipriani, Big Zuu, Joe Thomas, Kola Bokinni, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, Leomie Anderson, Shirley Ballas, Steph McGovern and Una Healy.

The show, which was Holly’s first programme with Netflix, featured twelve celebrities who were sent to a jungle in Costa Rica.

They were forced to avoid being hunted down by Bear. Along the way, the celebrities faced various challenges and solve puzzles.

Just last week Bear Grylls revealed why his Netflix show Bear Hunt was axed 

Holly signed for the show after her terrifying kidnap torment at the hands of former security guard Gavin Plumb who was last summer found guilty of a plot to kidnap, rape and murder her.

When Grylls called her, she revealed she immediately she said yes – a decision which was aided by her three children Harry, Belle and Chester.

Bear said he is sure they will collaborate on a TV project again the future. 

Grantchester is back on ITV for season 10 and fans can’t get enough of the detective drama but what do we know about where its brought to life?

Grantchester, ITV’s much-loved detective drama, has captivated audiences not just with its dashing vicars but also its picturesque locations.

DI Geordie Keating (portrayed by Robson Green) returns once more to unravel further mysteries in Grantchester, this time alongside the parish’s newest arrival, Reverend Alphy Kottaram (Rishi Nair), in the show’s tenth series on ITV.

This evening’s (Thursday, 12 February) instalment will see the duo probe the death of a photographer who had been assisting Cathy (Kacey Ainsworth) and Mrs Chapman (Tessa Peake-Jones) with their fledgling fashion boutique venture.

Where is Grantchester filmed?

The series is chiefly shot in the actual village of Grantchester from which it takes its name, situated just a short distance from Cambridge.

Key filming spots include the Church of St Andrew and St Mary, the village centre, and Grantchester meadows, alongside other locations across Cambridge, West Sussex, and Hertfordshire.

Speaking to PBS, the programme’s location manager David Halstead revealed: “It’s a small, very pretty, quiet little village, probably about 300 houses and a church. It doesn’t even have a shop, actually.

“[Even so] it did have four pubs-down to three now-and its own gin distillery, which has come in handy!”.

A substantial amount of filming also takes place in Cambridge itself, with production frequently based at King’s College campus. Fortunately, Cambridge boasts numerous streets that require minimal alterations to transport viewers back in time.

Halstead elaborated: “We change some shop frontages, put in our own phone box, cover the yellow lines in the road, but it’s not massive.

“I mean there are great streets in Cambridge that you can make feel like the 1950s in minutes. We use King’s Parade quite regularly. Also, Trinity Lane and Senate House Passage.”

However, the Grantchester production team does encounter one recurring challenge during filming: cyclists.

“You nearly get killed every time you try to film there,” Halstead remarked.

“They refuse to stop for anybody. They just ring a bell and charge at you. Happens every time we go there!”.

When is Grantchester set?

The drama has predominantly been set in the 1950s, with the first series beginning in 1953.

As the programme has progressed, the timeline has advanced accordingly, with Grantchester’s tenth series now taking place in 1962.

The show’s 11th and final series is anticipated to conclude in 1963.

Grantchester continues every Thursday at 9pm on ITV and ITVX.

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Published: 16:26 EST, 12 February 2026 | Updated: 19:31 EST, 12 February 2026

A fiery first look at Olivia Attwood’s new reality show The Heat features chefs romping with each other and breaking down in tears.

The cooking show with a twist sees ten chefs travel to Barcelona, working under multi Michelin Star award-winning chef Jean-Christophe Novelli.

Under Olivia’s watchful eye, the group compete to become the next rising culinary star.

A newly released teaser shows the TV personality, 34, welcoming the contestants and introducing them to Jean-Christophe.

It shows a snapshots of what viewers can expect – from flirty moments, juicy gossip and one pair sharing a kiss.

The trailer then ends with Jean-Christophe saying: ‘Trust me, I will be turning up the heat.’ 

ITV has released a first look at Olivia Attwood’s fiery new reality series The Heat (pictured with chef Jean-Christophe Novelli) 

The cooking show with a twist sees ten chefs travel to Barcelona, working under multi Michelin Star award-winning chef Jean-Christophe 

Drama continues outside the kitchen – with viewers privy to what happens next as professional and personal lives blend. 

The series will launch at 9pm on Tuesday 24th February on ITV2 and ITVX.

ITV announced the ‘absolutely unmissable’ new cooking competition – as well as Olivia and Jean-Christophe’s involvement – in August 2025.

Speaking at the time, Olivia said: ‘It is such an honour to host this brand-new format 

‘Being at the helm of something this fresh and exciting is a total pinch-me moment.’

And chef Jean-Christophe, known for his drive and intensity in the kitchen, said he was equally ‘thrilled’ to join the exciting new series.

‘I’ll be using my passion and unique teaching style to push these young chefs to dig deep, stay sharp and prove they have what it takes to grow, evolve, and make their mark,’ he said.

His years of experience will prove life-changing for the show’s contestants, and Jean-Christophe will mentor the next generation of culinary talent.

Viewers also see the contestants’ lives outside the kitchen – with a teaser showing one pair sharing a kiss 

Viewers don’t have long to wait to see The Heat – as it is set to launch on ITV2 in a matter of days

‘I’ll mentor them to use all five senses together and put it all on the plate, the right way,’ he continued.

‘It’s going to be a wild ride, and I know we’ll discover some true culinary stars along the way. I’m ready. Let’s do this. Allez, Allez – bon appétit!’

ITV’s Paul Mortimer said: ‘The Heat is the perfect fusion of a high-stakes cooking show with real-life drama.

‘And with the fantastic Olivia at the forefront alongside the renowned Jean-Christophe, it’s shaping up to be a new reality obsession for our younger viewers.’

Last month, the former Love Island star confirmed she had split from husband Bradley Dack in an emotional statement.

Since the split, Olivia admitted she has thrown herself into work, documenting her busy day on Wednesday which included a shoot, attending the EE BAFTA Rising Star Party, followed by a late-night spray tan at 11pm.

Grantchester is continuing to air its penultimate season tonight but as fans slowly prepare themselves to say goodbye, there is another “phenomenal” period drama ready to stream for free.

Grantchester season 29 is in full swing but there’s another series that viewers can’t stop re-watching.

DI Geordie Keating (portrayed by Robson Green) and Reverend Alphy Kottaram (Rishi Nair) are back in action for Grantchester’s tenth season, with episode seven airing tonight, Thursday, February 12, on ITV.

This time, Cathy (Kacey Ainsworth) and Mrs Chapman (Tessa Peake-Jones) venture into the world of fashion boutiques. However, their plans hit a snag when their promotional photographer turns up dead.

But if you’re in the mood for something different tonight, there’s an alternative that fans are hailing as an “absolute masterpiece”.

Set in the 1960s rather than the 1950s, this mystery series follows a novice detective and his mentor as they unravel intricate murder cases in and around Oxford.

Endeavour serves as a prequel to the highly popular Inspector Morse, based on Colin Dexter’s novel series, which ran for 13 years before wrapping up in 2000.

The younger version of Inspector Morse, Endeavour Morse, is played by Betrayal and Vigil star Shaun Evans, who joins the force as a rookie detective constable.

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He shares the screen with his mentor DI Fred Thursday, played by actor Roger Allam, and Jim Strange star and Outlander Blood of My Blood actress Sara Vickers, who portrays Joan Thursday.

Whilst Grantchester earns a solid 76% on Rotten Tomatoes, Endeavour has achieved a remarkable 90% rating, with all nine series available to stream free of charge on ITVX.

On Reddit, an enthusiastic fan declared: “Endeavour is an absolute masterpiece.

“The finale messed me up. It’s not happy good feel times, but it’s phenomenal.”

Another devotee on IMDb hailed it as the “best detective show ever”, whilst a third proclaimed it was “without doubt, a triumph”.

One viewer enthused: “This show is proof that you can have an amazing show without the garbage!”

Another commenter described Endeavour as “superb” before elaborating: “It is such a good show that I can hardly express it.

“The writing, acting, production values, and direction are as fine as those in any film I’ve ever seen.”

Several viewers admitted they’d found themselves rewatching the series, with one posting: “As soon as I had finished watching I watched it again taking in all the things I had missed the first time.

“I’ve watched this 3 times and will definitely watch it again. My only complaint is that there aren’t enough episodes”, confessed another user.

Someone else praised: “You can just feel the old atmosphere through the screen. Amazing actors & music. Feels really authentic. A must watch!”

Endeavour is available to watch on ITVX.