Ant and Dec dealt blow as beloved series 'put on hold' after Saturday Night Takeaway ends

Ant McPartlin and his wife Anne-Marie are embarking on an exciting new chapter with their baby on the way. While Ant continues to charm the nation on Britain's Got Talent, he's decided to take a breather from his usual presenting roles, including a temporary halt on Saturday Night Takeaway, to dedicate time to family life. He's already embracing his role as step-dad to Anne-Marie's two children from her previous relationship.

Ant McPartlin was all smiles as he and his wife, Anne-Marie Corbett, enjoyed a double date with Jamie Redknapp and his wife, Frida Andersson.The group caught up for lunch at a river cafe, with Ant, 48, and Anne-Marie, 46, arriving hand-in-hand as they both beamed from ear to ear. Both were dressed casually, with Ant sporting a navy blue checked shacket and jeans.

ITV viewers were on the edge of their seats during the final episode of Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway, which aired last Saturday, April 13, amid swirling rumours about whether it would be the show's last series. The end of the 2024 series was met with some excitement as the nation's cherished duo confirmed they would be stepping back from the programme for an indefinite period.

We all know Bruno Tonioli as one of TV’s biggest personalities, whether he’s jumping up from the Strictly judging panel to give flamboyant feedback or fiercely grabbing the golden buzzer on Britain’s Got Talent.The Italian powerhouse is entering his second series of the ITV talent show and while it’s hard to imagine that Bruno, 68, would ever feel nervous on screen, he admits to some butterflies. “There is a lot to live up to when you’re the new kid, ” he says. “You can’t take anything for granted.” Bruno, who left Strictly in 2019 to focus on filming the US version Dancing With The Stars, joined the BGT judging panel last year, replacing David Walliams, who left the show after disrespectful comments he made about contestants came to light.

The final episode of Saturday Night Takeaway was thrown into chaos as Ant McPartlin couldn't contain his laughter during rehearsals.The cheeky presenter was left in stitches by Jordan North's less-than-stellar singing and dancing, causing a pause in filming. Jordan, the new voice on Capital FM, struggled to keep up with the beat, which led to a hilarious intervention where a Strictly Come Dancing choreographer had to teach him how to clap in time.

Ant McPartlin and wife Anne Marie Corbett were snapped heading into the wrap party for the final episode of Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway over the weekend.The loved-up couple made their way to the exclusive event in London. For the occasion, Ant opted for a rather casual outfit as he sported a blue t-shirt and some dark trousers, which he paired with some trainers.

Susanna Reid was left in a state of shock after discovering the truth regarding Ant and Dec's final episode of Saturday Night Takeaway. After bidding farewell to their beloved ITV series, the popular duo left a scene of chaos behind at ITV studios.

Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway shared its poignant final instalment over the weekend, marking the end of their hit ITV series. Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly offered moving farewells as hosts.

Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly took to the stage for the final Saturday Night Takeaway on Saturday 13 April and while the pair got emotional as they said their goodbyes - they had a ball at the afterparty. Having invited many famous faces back for the final show, lots of celebrities hit the town with the Geordie duo.

Oti Mabuse has shared an update as she reveals the heartbreaking reality of Ant and Dec's show ending.The star opened up about the final episode of ITV's Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway, which has been a staple on our screens for 20 years. Earlier in the night, Oti was all smiles as she participated in an undercover segment with Olly Murs, but later confessed there was a darker side to the celebrations.The Dancing On Ice judge, and former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer, 33, took to Instagram to discuss the ripple effect of a TV show ending and the challenges it can pose for those working behind-the-scenes who may be seeking another role.

The UK’s most successful presenting duo, Ant and Dec, signed off their Saturday evening primetime live show after 20 years, going out in style and bidding emotional farewell.

Ant McPartlin's ex-wife Lisa Armstrong made a rare show of support for Ant and Dec during the final episode of Saturday Night Takeaway.

Lisa Armstrong, Ant McPartlin's ex-wife, showed a rare display of support for the presenter during the final episode of Saturday Night Takeaway this weekend.The popular family entertainment show, hosted by Ant and his best pal Declan Donnelly, has been a staple on our screens for over two decades. The last episode was packed with surprises and special guests like Simon Cowell and Holly Willoughby, ending with an emotional farewell from the beloved duo.

Signing off their popular TV show Saturday Night Takeaway, hosting duo Ant and Dec expressed their heartfelt gratitude to their loyal viewership on Saturday 13 April.The well-loved presenting team bid a teary farewell in the two-hour season finale of the programme which had announced its hiatus last year.Towards the curtain call, taking a sentimental moment before rolling out a reel of their fond memories, Dec shared: "When we started this back in 2002, we thought we'd be lucky if we got to do this for maybe a couple of years, so what's happened has honestly been beyond our wildest dreams. "We have truly adored every second of making this show, but there's one thing we've never, ever forgotten, and that's the fact that it's not our show, it's your show, so we'd like to say a massive thank you to you, our incredible audience." As a line-up of scenes from the past seasons followed, Ant and Dec were joined by Tom Fletcher and Danny Jones, the fresh panel of The Voice UK judges.Together they crooned McFly's tune It's All About You.

As the last episode of Saturday Night Takeaway hit our screens for the final time, the much loved Saturday staple brought an added dose of drama to the proceedings when show host Ant McPartlin suffered a bloody injury live on air. The unexpected injury first came to light as Ant was spotted wiping blood from his face following the conclusion of the final Ant vs Dec segment, in which the Geordie duo had taken on a penalty shootout to determine the ultimate champion of champions to end the show.

With less than an hour left to go until the final Saturday Night Takeaway hits our screens, Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly fought back tears as they admitted they were struggling ahead of the two hour show. The Geordie duo, who have presented the show for a whopping 22 years struggled to wrestle with their emotions as they shared a behind the scenes clip of the final rehearsal ahead of the star-studded spectacular, which would serve as a fitting end to their show. In the clip, the pair were seen beside their usual studio sign as the final preparations were underway, with Ant looking to his best pal to say: “So rehearsals are underway for the last Saturday Night Takeaway.

It's the end of an era for presenting duo Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly, who tonight [13 April], after two decades, are hosting the last episode of the beloved entertainment show Saturday Night Takeaway. Ant, and Dec, both 48, who also host ITV shows Britain's Got Talent and I'm A Celeb, previously revealed the reasons for taking a break from the popular Saturday night entertainment show and explained that they want to step off the "hamster wheel" and "decide what's next." However, Ant also said that saying goodbye to the series will be "bittersweet" and will come with "lots of tears." Now a source has told OK! that while the busy and in-demand hosts will "miss the show" they want to spend time with their families.

After 22 memorable years on our screens, Saturday Night Takeaway is officially set to bow out with a two hour star-studded extravaganza this weekend, as they bring to a close their epic staple of Saturday night telly for one last time. Ahead of the final show, hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly teased what lies ahead as they gave their fans an exclusive behind the scenes glimpse of the show preparations on Friday’s edition of This Morning (12 April.) While sitting down to chat to presenters Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary, the Geordie Duo fondly looked back at their time on the show over the past two decades and discussed some of their most memorable moments with a bittersweet sense of nostalgia.

The nation's favourite presenting duo, Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, have left fans teary-eyed with a touching message ahead of the final episode of Saturday Night Takeaway.The much-loved ITV series, currently in its 20th season, will be taking a break after the last show airs on Saturday 13 April.The dynamic duo, who have been gracing our screens for 22 years, feel it's the "perfect time to pause for a little while and catch our breath".They also plan to use this hiatus 'to spend some time' with their loved ones. Ant, 48, tied the knot with Anne-Marie Corbett, mum to two teenage daughters from a previous relationship, in 2021.

Ant and Dec have shared a teary message ahead of the final episode of Saturday Night Takeaway. The presenting duo confirmed that their much-loved ITV series would be taking a break after its current 20th season, with the last show airing on Saturday (April 13).