A line up of celebrities face an epic new challenge in Don’t Look Down on Channel 4 tonight.
Nine famous faces will embark on a daring adventure for a charitable cause in new show.
The ambitious show will follow a group of brave celebrities as they join forces to conquer an extraordinary high wire walk suspended 300 feet above one of London’s most iconic landmarks, all in support of Stand Up To Cancer.
Leading the way as the host and part of the celebrity team is Paddy McGuinness. The cast of well-known personalities will undergo intensive training in the Austrian Alps under the guidance of the world’s top experts in high wire walking. Their ultimate goal: to achieve an unprecedented feat – a relay walk led by Paddy himself, traversing a high wire above London.
Meet the Don’t Look Down line up!
Joining host and team leader Paddy McGuinness on Don’t Look Down, are soap legend Beverley Callard, footballer Anton Ferdinand, presenter and Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt, sports presenter and Love Island finalist Chris Hughes and French football icon David Ginola.
Also training for the most vertigo-inducing high wire walk imaginable are adventurer and motoring expert Charley Boorman, TikTok star GK Barry, content creator and comedian Fats Timbo and Olympic champion cyclist Victoria Pendleton
Over a span of six weeks, the celebrities will undergo a transformative journey from novices to individuals capable of facing their fears and mastering physically and mentally demanding training exercises. Their growth will be marked by overcoming challenges, fostering teamwork, and conquering personal fears.
As the training phase concludes, the climax awaits – an awe-inspiring high wire walk spanning 1,000 feet, positioned 300 feet above the city of London. With the crucial mantra Don’t Look Down echoing in their minds, these courageous individuals will unite for a heart-pounding and vertigo-inducing experience that promises to be as exhilarating as it is unforgettable.
Watch the show on TV and online
Don’t Look Down airs tonight on Channel 4 on Tuesday, 10 October at 9:30PM. You’ll also be able to watch online on Channel4.com.
Host Paddy McGuinness said: “I’ve done all kinds of shows, but this is definitely the most nerve racking! I’m so excited to be hosting Don’t Look Down, which is undoubtedly going to be the challenge of a lifetime for everyone involved.
“I can’t wait to get cracking and see whether I can lead the team to find the nerve to take on this ridiculously high and very difficult walk. They’re not going to be in for an easy ride, but it’s all for such a brilliant cause and I hope we raise loads of money for Stand Up To Cancer. I’m now off to practice on the washing line.”
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