Holly Willoughby has landed herself a new six-part celebrity survival series on BBC One.
The much-loved presenter will front Wim Hof’s Superstar Survival alongside comedian Lee Mack.
The series – featuring and inspired by extreme athlete Wim Hof – will see a group of celebrities embark on an “epic adventure of self-improvement.”
Holly Willoughby to front new BBC show
During the series, the celebrities will take part in a number of terrifying challenges.
They’ll test their mental and physical strength under the guidance of Wim aka The Iceman.
Speaking about the gig, Holly said: “I can’t wait to team up with Lee and Wim on this show.
This show is going to be brilliantly entertaining
“Lee is a favourite in our house because he’s so hilariously funny and I’ve been a fan of Wim for a long time – he’s a genius who’s incredibly passionate about helping others.”
She added: “This show is going to be brilliantly entertaining and you never know… you may find out some things that could help you along the way too.”
Meanwhile, Holly’s new co-host Lee shared: “My passions in life are Wim Hof, watching ‘This Morning’ in my undies, sub-zero temperatures, looking at celebrities sitting in cold water and free hotels.
“But trying to find a show that combines these has proved tricky. Finally I’ve found one.”
The show’s official start date is yet to released.
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The announcement comes weeks after Holly’s BBC debut on Take Off with Bradley & Holly.
Holly fronts the series with long-time pal Bradley Walsh.
The pair first fronted the show as a Christmas special back in 2019.
Who is Wim Hof, the star featuring in Holly’s new show?
Holly has worked alongside a number of famous faces over the years.
Her latest co-star, Wim, is an extreme athlete noted for his ability to withstand freezing temperatures.
He previously held the record for a barefoot half marathon on ice and snow.
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Wim is also known for his Wim Hof Method.
Helping to regulate stress levels, the method uses a combination of meditation and breathing exercises.
According to the athlete, the practice also involves a commitment to cold exposure.
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