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Emily Atack bags her own ITV comedy sketch show and admits it's a 'dream come true'

Emily Atack has bagged her very own ITV comedy sketch show and revealed she is "thrilled".

The former I'm A Celebrity Extra Camp presenter, 30, has landed the job of her dreams as she will front The Emily Atack Show later this year.

She's become a household name over the years after appearing on The Inbetweeners and I'm A Celeb.

It's no surprise she is excited to have her very own series after her success on previous shows.

The six-part series, which is coming in autumn, will see Emily perform stand-up comedy and sketches about life as a young woman.

Emily is living her childhood dream (emilyatackofficial/Instagram)

It's set to be hilarious as she will also show off some of her impressions, including Gemma Collins and Holly Willoughby.

Each episode will be on a different theme, from dating, going out, friends, family, image and adulting.

She told Digital Spy : "I am thrilled to be announcing this. I want to create and write a sketch show that gives snapshots into the weird and hilarious world of everyday life as a young (ish) person.

She is overwhelmed at the exciting news (ITV2)

"I can guarantee whatever age you are you will relate in some way! It's a dream come true, since I was a child this is the kind of television I've wanted to make and be part of. I can't quite believe it."

Emily announced the news on Instagram with a lengthy caption, as she revealed she wishes she could've told her younger self this huge opportunity was coming.

"Here we go...! The Emily Atack Show is coming to ITV2. Actually crying," she wrote.

The presenter is looking forward to her new opportunity (emilyatackofficial/Instagram)

"I have written the most ridiculously outrageous sketch show for you all!! This is my lifelong dream and all I’ve ever wanted.

"I wish I could tell 16 year old crying in the toilets, boy mad, fake tan and eye lashes for school Emily this would come. I won’t let you down  @ITV2  - see you in the Autumn!"

Head of ITV's Digital Channels Paul Mortimer said: "Since her appearance in the I'm A Celebrity Jungle a couple of years ago, Emily's star has been on the rise.

"We've been privileged to work with her a few times since on ITV2 and seen her unique brand of 'every-woman' comedy develop, engaging young audiences especially.

"Emily's name is in the title of this new show so it will therefore showcase her own fantastic range and versatility as an actress, mimic and stand-up comedy star."

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