Ant and Dec have revealed a major new project after a hiatus of almost two years since the conclusion of Saturday Night Takeaway. The popular TV hosts bid farewell to Saturday Night Takeaway in April 2024, but their fans continue to urge their return to the screen as they are well-known for their presence on I’m A Celebrity… and Tipping Point. The duo has now unveiled a significant development on the official Instagram and YouTube pages of Saturday Night Takeaway, introducing a new project that includes hosting their own podcast.
Having collaborated for over three decades, the presenting pair has launched Belta Box, a fresh entertainment channel that will showcase new digital endeavors and revisit notable moments from their careers. Additionally, the platform will introduce their latest podcast, Hanging Out With Ant and Dec, scheduled to debut on January 22. Ant, aged 50, expressed his enthusiasm for the venture, stating, “We’ve dedicated our careers to celebrating exceptional entertainment, and launching Belta Box seems like the logical progression. Together with our new podcast, we are thrilled to curate a space filled with enjoyable, uplifting content that fosters unity among viewers and listeners alike.”
Dec, also 50, chimed in, “What better way to kick off Belta Box than with our inaugural podcast series! When we inquired with our audience about their podcast preferences, they simply requested for us to hang out. So, that’s precisely what we are doing! Ant & I don’t get as much time to hang out as before, so this is perfect for us.”
The duo transformed their YouTube and Instagram channels into Belta Box, unveiling the news through a video. In the clip, Dec initiates, “Hello everyone, we have an announcement for you.” Ant follows, acknowledging the audience’s fondness for Saturday Night Takeaway. Dec playfully interjects, emphasizing the channel subscription. Ant concurs, emphasizing that Saturday Night Takeaway is presently off the air.
Dec proceeds, emphasizing their generosity and intention to provide additional content beyond Saturday Night Takeaway. They unveil the rebranding of the channel to “Belta Box” with a catchy catchphrase. Ant elaborates on the content, mentioning the inclusion of valuable entertainment. Dec humorously remarks that they are the experts behind the curation. Ant reveals that the channel will feature highlights from their past works like SMTV Live and Byker Grove, along with new entertainment offerings.
The duo then transitions to announcing their first show for Belta Box, a podcast titled Hanging Out With Ant and Dec, and showcases their excitement for the upcoming content. The audience is invited to join them on this new journey of nostalgia and fresh, engaging entertainment. Fans eagerly welcomed the news, expressing their excitement for the new podcast and other upcoming content. The positive reception was evident in the comments section, reflecting the anticipation and support from the audience for the duo’s latest endeavors.