Celebrity line-up announced for new series of DNA Journey
The series will air later this year
Following the success of past series, ITV/STV bosses have now confirmed there's going to be a fifth series of Celebrity DNA Journey, which will air later in the year.
Six celebrity pairs will take part, including I'm A Celeb 2023 stars Sam Thompson and Marvin Humes, with all pairs setting off in pursuit of where they come from and unearth secrets from their past.
The celebrity pairs will go on a life-changing and emotional voyage of discovery that takes viewers from Canada to London, and France to Jamaica.
Which other celebs are taking part?
As well as Sam and Marvin, the fifth series will also feature Ricky Tomlinson and Sue Johnston, Jo Brand and Julian Clary, Fay Ripley and Hermione Norris, Sarah Parish and Jimmy Nesbitt, plus John Simm and Philip Glenister.
When is it on TV?
No date has been given for the series just yet, but we suspect it will air in the coming months.
What channel is it on?
DNA Journey will air on ITV and ITVX.
What will happen?
ITV say of the series: 'Using advanced DNA technology and genealogy, the duos will unlock hidden secrets from their family trees as they discover amazing revelations about their descendants, fascinating stories of unknown ancestors and meetings with living relatives that spark deep connections to the past and present.'
Louise Major, Commissioning Editor, ITV said: “DNA Journey is an extraordinary series that offers a unique glimpse into the lives of so many brilliant celebrities. It is a privilege to be granted intimate access to their personal journeys and to share their experiences with the audience. This series is packed with life-changing revelations and gratifying discoveries that are sure to touch everyone’s hearts.”
Kathleen Larkin, Executive Producer at Voltage TV added: “This gripping, revelatory series never fails at delivering the best of British talent; national treasures, acting royalty and comedy icons… bringing a side of them that nobody has ever seen before. You are guaranteed to laugh and cry all within the same episode… sometimes simultaneously.”
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Old series of DNA Journey are available now on ITVX and STV Player.
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