Bradley Walsh has delighted fans with the exciting news that he is going back on tour with the Prat Pack later this year.
It comes amid reports that production on the ITV quiz show The Chase, hosted by Bradley, has been suspended as part of cost-cutting measures.
Taking to Instagram, the 65-year-old presenter revealed that he, along with his friends and fellow entertainers Brian Conley, Shane Richie and Joe Pasquale, are returning to the stage following their sold-out run in 2025.
© Gary MoyesThe show, the foursome's take on The Rat Pack, sees the entertainers put their spin on the classic songs of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr, accompanied by a 15-piece live band.
In a video, Bradley told fans: "It's all going on, the Prat Pack are back. The best fun we've ever had.
"It was so popular last year, we've had to go on the road again," said The Chase host.
© Gary MoyesIn the caption, he added: "Morning Instas, me and the boys are going back on the road. Squeeky, Shane the Puppet and me are back.
"If you didn't catch us last year, come and see us in September," he continued. "Be quick because the tickets are selling fast!!! Don't miss out. You may as well come and see us now the Wireless festival has gone Wonky!!! The Prat Pack's Back!!!!!!"
The Prat Pack 2026 tour
The upcoming tour, billed as a "high-octane tribute to the legendary Rat Pack", begins at the Edinburgh Playhouse on 2 September 2026, before travelling to various venues across the UK, including Glasgow, Manchester and the iconic London Palladium.
In a statement, Bradley said the new tour is "even bigger, even better and even more hilarious" than last year. "Brian, Joe and Shane are my best friends and there is no one I would rather be on the tour bus with!" he said.
Is filming for The Chase on hold?
According to The Sun, filming for new episodes of The Chase has been put on hold for at least a year as part of cost-cutting measures. The publication said that Bradley will be available to present Strictly Come Dancing, a role he's been reportedly tipped for following the departures of Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
© Matt Frost / ITVThe latest batch of episodes finished filming at Elstree Studios in Hertfordshire on Friday. However, there are reportedly no plans to film any more in June or October and at least until next April.
An ITV spokesperson dismissed concerns in a statement. "The Chase has just finished recording series 19, which completes its recording schedule for this year," they said.
© ITV"ITV continue to air The Chase as usual, with a combination of new and repeat episodes across the year. With over 2.5 million viewers per show, The Chase remains one of the nation's most loved quiz shows."
They added: "There is also a new Beat the Chasers for 2026 and a brand new spin-off series: The Chase Around the World coming soon."
