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Rachel Pugh

ASDA is on the lookout for a cat to star in its Christmas 2019 advert

If you've always dreamed of living the life of an influencer but never quite made it, you could still be in luck - if you have a cat, that is.

Asda is on the lookout for a festive feline to star in its 2019 Christmas advert, and it's set to be a massive gig.

The UK supermarket wants a glamour puss to appear as 'Mr Grumbles' - the main character in its festive commercial this year.

Asda has said it's open to cats of all breeds, shapes and sizes.

Asda is looking for its Mr Grumbles (Asda)

The role will be 'awarded to the cat whose personality prowess ranges from grumpy and sullen to jubilant and joyous with the snap of a finger.'

Speaking about the casting, Asda's Vice President of Creative and Media, Eilidh Macaskill, said: "We want to make this Christmas the most extra special Christmas yet, so we’re pulling-out all stops to ensure we bring a little magic to screens, with the help of Mr Grumbles."

Auditions have already started (Asda)

Filming for Asda’s 2019 Christmas ad will begin in mid-September.

Asda has already revealed what we can expect to see in its Christmas food range this year , and it all sounds incredible.

As well as a supersized foot-long pig in a blanket, there's also a Christmas tree-shaped pizza topped with pigs in blankets, and Giant Christmas Cracker - which is made from a blend of turkey, pork and all the trimmings (including the likes of parsnips, mash and the ultimate crowd divider – brussels sprouts).

On the dessert front we'll see a delicately crafted millionaire’s winter village, a giant penguin cake and 'elf' ice cream.

You can find out more about Asda's upcoming Christmas range here.

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