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Sophie McCoid

Bradley Walsh announced as new host of gameshow Blankety Blank

Bradley Walsh has been revealed as the new host of Blankety Blank as the show returns to BBC One for a new series.

Chase host Bradley will host the classic gameshow after he also hosted a Christmas special of the programme last year.

He will be taking over the reins from Paul O'Grady also hosted a revival from 1997 to 2002.

Each episode will see a panel of six celebrities try to fill in missing answers over a series of rounds.

The BBC said in a statement that the show would air on Saturday night.

Bradley said: "I struggle to remember the last time I laughed as much as when I was filming Blankety Blank - so when they asked if I'd be up for doing a series, I jumped at the chance, I'm just so pleased I get to be a part of it.

"I stand on the shoulders of giants like Les Dawson and Sir Terry Wogan but I'm hoping to put my own stamp on the fantastically nostalgic show."

BBC director of entertainment Kate Phillips said: "Blankety Blank has it all - ridiculous questions, unpredictable celebrities, bizarre prizes and, in Bradley a very funny and much-loved host.

"I can't wait for everyone to watch and start filling in those blanks."

Blankety Blank originally ran between 1979 and 1990 and was hosted by Sir Terry Wogan and then Les Dawson.

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