Hundreds of stars and thousands of fans will join host Dermot O’Leary at the 21st National Television Awards for the biggest night in British TV.
Ant and Dec host a spectacular event in the presence of Her Majesty The Queen.
Set in the private grounds of Windsor Castle, the best of British talent will join more than 900 horses and 1500 participants for this special celebration of the Queen’s life.
Stars taking to the stage will include Dame Helen Mirren, Dame Shirley Bassey, Kylie Minogue, Andrea Bocelli, Gary Barlow, Damian Lewis, Jess Glynne, Imelda Staunton, Jim Carter, Alfie Boe, James Blunt, Katherine Jenkins, Beverley Knight, Jennifer Saunders, Alan Titchmarsh and Martin Clunes whilst performers in the arena will include The Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Chilean Huasos, Azerbaijani horses and riders and over 100 Military and Commonwealth Pipers. The celebration will also include rare archive footage and will tell the story of the Queen’s remarkable life from her birth in 1926 to a reign spanning more than 60 years.
Renowned bushcraft expert Ray Mears leads a once in a lifetime excursion down the magical River Wye. Regarded as one of the most stunning waterways in the world, the Wye runs for 150 miles between Wales and England, flowing through spectacular mountain gorges and forests teeming with wildlife.
Two of the greatest voices in the world, Michael Ball and Alfie Boe, join forces for the first time in a TV special on ITV.
Ball and Boe will be bringing together their unique blend of extraordinary and exceptional talent alongside their infectious humour to this one-off TV special.
These two vocal powerhouses will take to the stage to perform some of their critically acclaimed hits, as well as brand new material from their upcoming new album ‘Together’ due for release on the 4th November and an exclusive medley from the global smash hit musical “Les Misérables”.
Viewers will also see the duo perform unique collaborations with the four time Olivier Award winner Maria Friedman and singer songwriter Rick Astley.
Michael said, “We've got an album, we've got a tour and now we've got an ITV Special. You can't get better than that. We have some great material to share with the viewers, I can't wait to get started.”
Alfie said, “We had such a laugh making the album, making our own TV show is going to be great. Make sure you tune in for some special performances.”
The music stars have amassed a wealth of awards throughout their hugely successful careers. Celebrating 30 years in the industry, Michael’s outstanding performances have made box office history. He is a double Olivier Award winner, multi-platinum recording artist, top selling live concert performer and a hugely popular radio and TV presenter.
Alfie’s exceptional voice has made him Britain’s most popular and biggest-selling tenor. He has conquered the world’s greatest opera stages and arenas, led the cast of Les Misérables and performed at the Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations at Windsor Castle – as well as achieving UK album sales of over a million, and four top ten albums.
The Queen makes her annual address to the nation and the Commonwealth.
Angus Deayton takes a wry look at the funny side of Christmas, including everything from cringe-worthy gifts and festive fads to cheesy songs and unsettling Santas.
Two hour special featuring some of the UK's finest pro wrestlers including, 'The East End Butcher' Sha Samuels, Dave Mastiff and 'Viper' Kimberly Benson. With the WoS Wrestling belt up for grabs there is sure to be no holds barred!