Ant and Dec forced to halt show after ITV Saturday Night Takeaway 'full of errors'

Phillip Schofield has continued his birthday celebrations with a third day of celebrations as he turns 60.The TV presenter previously received a cake and some champagne from his colleagues at This Morning. But the star’s celebrations weren’t quite done yet, as he was joined for a third day of celebrations by Ant McPartlin, Declan Donnelly and Phillip's wife Stephanie, as well as his two daughters, Molly and Ruby. Ant’s wife Ann-Marie Corbett and Dec’s wife Ali Astall also joined the dinner party, along with fellow presenter Christine Lampard.

ANT and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway is set to end earlier than expected this year, leaving viewers devastated. Fans were left fuming last night when presenters Ant and Dec announced the news at the end of the show.

Phillip Schofield was serenaded by Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly as his birthday celebrations rolled into a third day.The presenter turned 60 on Friday, April 1 and has been marking the milestone with his family and friends.A new clip shared on his Instagram Story over the weekend showed the star enjoying a cake with a group including Saturday Night Takeaway stars Ant and Dec.Schofe, who was sat next to wife Steph, could be seen beaming with delight as the camera panned around the table to show other guests including Christine Lampard, Ant's wife Anne-Marie and Dec's wife Ali Astall.The group sang Happy Birthday to the star then cheered as he leaned over to blow out his candles."I'm glad there were only five!" he quipped of the candles, triggering a round of giggles."Day three of celebrations, thank you gorgeous gang," Phillip wrote."Love you guys," he added.Phillip had already enjoyed a celebration with his This Morning team, and last week shared a video of them surprising him backstage with a cake.His co-host and close pal Holly Willoughby also wished him many happy returns live on air.She did it on Thursday because although the pair present the show together throughout the week, they don't host on Fridays.

supports HTML5 videoPhillip Schofield continued his birthday celebrations with Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly as the merriments entered day three.The This Morning presenter turned 60 on Friday and reigned in the milestone with his nearest and dearest, including his wife Stephanie Lowe and his daughters Molly and Ruby, over an intimate dinner.Loose Women’s Christine Lampard was also in attendance along with Ant’s wife Anne-Marie Corbett and Dec’s wife Ali Astall.Phil shared a video of the celebrations with the group singing Happy Birthday as he was presented with a cake.‘I’m glad there were only five!’ he could be heard saying, referring to the number of candles, as his guests laughed. ‘Thank you gorgeous gang,’ Phil wrote alongside the footage, with the group tagged.In the clip, he was seen sat next to his wife Steph on one side while Christine sat on the other.Meanwhile, Phil’s daughters and their partners were seated opposite.Phil’s This Morning co-host Holly Willoughby wished him a happy birthday during Thursday’s show where he was presented with a cake live on air.‘Before we go, we couldn’t end the show without wishing Phil a very happy birthday,’ she said.‘It’s tomorrow by the way,’ Phil replied, with Holly firing back: ‘Yeah but we’re not here tomorrow!’Guest chef Gok Wan told him to ‘have the best day’, before adding: ‘Look at this, what a great day! And have a wonderful birthday Phil, you deserve it.’In February, Phil marked 40 years on television with a special episode of Lorraine.During the programme, Holly described how Phil had ‘without a doubt’ played an important role in getting This Morning bosses to hire her in 2009, following Fern Britton’s departure from the show.Matthew Wright sparks anger as he

PHILLIP SCHOFIELD was surrounded by love as he celebrated his 60th birthday last night over an intimate dinner with ex wife Stephanie and their daughters Ruby and Molly. The This Morning host tagged his family in a video on Instagram as he revealed a glimpse of his special night with his nearest and dearest.

Saturday Night Takeaway fans have been left devastated after Ant McPartlin made an announcement about the ITV series.Fans have been loving having the Geordie duo back on screen, with the current series including pranks with the likes of Craig Revel Horwood and at Radio 1.But Ant, 46, confirmed that it would be coming to an end sooner than fans expected – next weekend in fact.Ant, who hosts the show with Declan Donnelly, said: "Next week is the last in the series.

Saturday Night Takeaway fans were left stunned as they realised they'd been singing the wrong lyrics to a pop classic for almost 40 years. Viewers were gobsmacked when Culture Club took to the stage to perform their number one hit Karma Chameleon.

There was an awkward moment on the latest episode of Saturday Night Takeaway as Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly were joined in the studio by Alan Partridge. Steve Coogan 's comedy creation was the latest guest announcer on the family entertainment show.

Saturday Night Takeaway fans were left dumbfounded as a contestant took to the stage to play Kiddie-oke and boasted the same name as Vicar of Dibley star Dawn French.The identical name caused quite a stir on the programme and online, with host Declan Donnelly, 46, jokingly asking the next player: "You're not Jennifer Saunders are you?"Fans of the ITV programme appeared to be even more baffled by the name coincidence and took to Twitter to comment.One person quipped: "Jennifer Saunders up next #SaturdayNightTakeaway," followed by laughing emojis.Another added: "I'll give Dawn credit there that was a hard song to sing #SaturdayNightTakeaway."A third said: "Yes, bring back French And Saunders on Saturday nights. #SaturdayNightTakeaway."While a fourth online user jibed: "Dawn French on #SaturdayNightTakeaway @Dawn_French."Dawn was hoping to be in with a chance of bagging the top prize of £500 as she attempted to guess the track.While the contestant who shared the same name with comedian and TV star Dawn French, seemed to know the words to the song, she failed to recall the title which was Summer Of 69.Another hilarious and unplanned moment arose during the game when Claire stepped up to the microphone.Rather than saying her name when asked by host's Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, she instead announced where she was from.

The BAFTAs have announced the shortlist for their 2022 TV awards.This Morning star Alison Hammond has received a nomination in the entertainment performance category, alongside the likes of Graham Norton and Joe Lycett. Sharing her excitement at her nomination on Wednesday morning, Alison posted a photo of her clutching a BAFTA and looking shocked while she joked that she’d love to win the award so it could prop her kitchen door open.The 47 year old wrote: “I mean a @bafta Nomination was not the first thing I thought today was going to bring , I am absolutely BUZZING ! “Our worth should not be measured with awards and trophies , however I have felt how heavy a Bafta is and would really love it to keep my kitchen door open”.

Loose Women's Coleen Nolan starred on Dancing On Ice back in 2009 and has some suggestions for some show changes.The ITV star exclusively told the Daily Star that although the current series' judging panel is "great", it could do with shaking up a little.The ex-contestant said: "I think the judging panel are great but I’d like another pro skater to be on there too.

This year's Dancing On Ice series has probably been one of the most chaotic ever.

Stephen Mulhern has reportedly had his game show Rolling In It axed. The show has reportedly not been commissioned for another run after poor ratings. The show launched in 2020 on ITV.

Saturday Night Takeaway last night after taking a short break for health reasons.He also issued a health update after ITV viewers were concerned for his health. The magician turned TV presenter took a break from presenting duties after doctors told him to, while fighting an unknown illness.Last night on the show Ant and Dec welcomed Stephen back for the iconic Ant versus Dec segment.Speaking to the popular presenter Dec said: "We haven’t seen you since show one, where the hell have you been?"Stephen replied: "Well let’s just say that when your private jet breaks down and you get stuck in Hollywood, there’s not a lot you can do."He then added in a more serious tone: "No seriously, I haven’t been too well, thank you so much for all of your lovely messages."Forget about all that now, because the show must go on."At the beginning of March Stephen addressed his health issues when he took to social media to say: "Hello all, sorry I’ve been quiet on here recently and thank you for all your lovely messages."I’ve had some time off and been resting up on doctors’ orders.

Saturday Night Takeaway fans think they spotted the real star of the show during the series' return over the weekend after a week break.

There was more chaos on screens on Saturday night as TV duo Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly returned with their much-loved, hit show.

Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway was halted live on air last night (March 26) after the popular ITV show was plagued by technical blunders.The first major mishap occurred during the game show segment Read My Lips, where members of the public read out words on a particular subject, via video link to a celebrity in the studio.Line of Duty star Anna Maxwell Martin was the celebrity trying to guess the words correctly, but not all went according to plan.While Anna correctly guessed words from the first two contestants, including TV programme Motherland, the third contestant's appearance had to be halted midway.The third contestant began reading out words unrelated to the topic, instead shouting out foods such as Biriyani.The technical blunder left host Ant McPartlin confused, saying "what?", but Anna Maxwell Martin still managed to get two of the answers right - despite the mishap.Eventually, Ant and Dec called for the clock to be stopped early, and allowed the third contestant to have another go due to the technical blunder - but on her second try, Anna didn't manage to guess any answers correctly.However, in an act of kindness, the Saturday Night Takeaway hosts agreed that the contestant should still win £500 as Anna managed to guess two of her answers right during the first attempt.That wasn't the only technical mishap on the night either, as, during the Happiest Minute of The Week segment, the cameras showed the wrong household in an embarrassing mix-up.Declan Donnelly told viewers that the cameras were going to Lancashire, but instead, a family in a different household could be seen instead - and failed to react after their names were not called out.However, the camera quickly changed to a couple celebrating in the

you can read more about that here. Stephen, 44, is understood to be single currently - but among his former partners is none other than EastEnders' star Emma Barton. The pair reportedly dated from 2008 to 2011 after meeting in a pantomime production of Snow White, with Emma playing Snow White and Stephen played her trusted best friend Muddles.

Britain's Got Talent has confirmed its return after two years off air - and the ITV talent show has teased fans with a new trailer.The hit show is scheduled to make its epic comeback in April after nearly two years away from the nation's screens.Viewers have been treated to a first glimpse at what to expect from the hit TV show, which has launched the showbiz careers of past contestants like Susan Boyle, Diversity's Ashley Banjo and Paul Potts.In a promo clip for the 15th series, Geordie show hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly look directly at the camera as they say: "Good luck.

Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway viewers were left bemused during the latest edition of the ITV show as the hosts told the wrong family they've won a holiday.The Geordie duo were back on our screens on Saturday (March 26) night and take a week off last weekend due to the Six Nations.They were on top form and the show was filled to the brim with famous guests and competition giveaways.However, the happiest minute of the week segment didn't go quite to plan.The feel-good part of the show sees Ant and Dec give out takeaway giveaways to deserving guests in the studio audience and as well as viewers at home.It usually all goes to plan but the wrong family appeared on screen as Dec gave away a holiday.He said: "Stand by in Lancashire because we're coming to you Robert and Donna Rowland."The show then went live into the living room of a very confused family.A man and women were sitting watching the show with two young children sitting on each of their laps.Dec continued: "Now your son Adam and his wife Sarah are in the armed forces and are deployed all over the world."So you're always stepping in to take care of your granddaughter Penny.

SATURDAY Night Takeaway favourite Stephen Mulhern will return to the show tomorrow. ITV confirmed that the much-loved star - who hasn't been on screen for more than a month now - is back for one of the show's best features.