Gino D’Acampo is set to present a revamped version of Family Fortunes as the iconic game show returns to TV
Gino D’Acampo is set to host a new series of Family Fortunes as the iconic gameshow returns to ITV.
The station have confirmed the series is making a comeback with Thames Television set to make 10 new one-hour episodes of the programme.
The show sees families go head to head in a bid to win big money as they attempt to guess the most popular replies to survey-based questions posed to 100 people.
Comeback: Gino D’Acampo is set to host a new series of Family Fortunes as the iconic gameshow returns to ITV
Gino said: ‘I am delighted that ITV asked me to be the host that is bringing back Family Fortunes to the British public, following in the footsteps of some legendary presenters.
‘It’s a much beloved show in the USA, and around the world, and I cannot wait to get going and add more laughs to this format.’
The much-loved show will return in a prime-time weekly slot.
Amelia Brown, Managing Director of Thames, said: ‘Family Fortunes is one of the most iconic and funniest game shows around, and I’m thrilled we get to bring it back on ITV.
New episodes: The station have confirmed the game show is making a comeback with Thames TV set to make 10 new one-hour episodes of the programme (Vernon Kay pictured in 2015)
‘Gino will be an incredible and brilliantly unpredictable host and we’re delighted he’s taking the reins. What better time is there to bring back this family-based extravaganza.’
Katie Rawcliffe, ITV’s Head of Entertainment Commissioning, added: ‘Family Fortunes is one of ITV’s best-known game shows and we can’t wait to see Gino host it. He’s perfect to put a smile on the faces of a brand new audience.’
Family Fortunes has been around since 1980 when it was first hosted by Bob Monkhouse who fronted the show for three years.
Original: Family Fortunes debuted in 1980, with Les Dennis hosting the show from 1987 to 2002 (pictured in 2000)
Max Bygraves then took over for two years, and Les Dennis went on to present the programme from 1987 to 2002.
Vernon Kay hosted a celebrity version, All Star Family Fortunes, from 2006 to 2015.
The new Family Fortunes will keep the classic features of the original with the families playing for the chance to win single, double and ‘big money’’through the game play as well as the added bonus of winning additional prizes.
The series will also see two celebrity specials with some familiar faces and their families hoping to secure big money for their chosen charities.
Gino said: ‘I am delighted that ITV asked me to be the host that is bringing back Family Fortunes to the British public, following in the footsteps of some legendary presenters’