BBC announces celebration of Team GB’s homecoming from Paris Olympics with performances from iconic UK artists
BBC Factual will broadcast a celebration of Team GB’s homecoming from the Paris Olympics with performances from UK artists on BBC One and iPlayer
the concert will take place on Saturday 17 August at the AO Arena, Manchester and will be broadcast on BBC One and iPlayer on 18 August
August 9, 2024 – BBC Factual today announces that Team GB’s Homecoming by The National Lottery will be broadcast on BBC One and iPlayer, and will be produced by TBI Media, staged to celebrate Team GB’s return from the Paris Olympics, featuring incredible performances from iconic UK artists including Clean Bandit, Jess Glynne, Pete Tong, Myles Smith, Nina Nesbitt, James, Krept & Konan and Rag’n’Bone Man.
Emma Willis and Vernon Kay will host, with interviews and appearances from Olympic legends and rising stars following their return from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Set against the backdrop of magical moments from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, this landmark event will combine the worlds of music, entertainment and sport to celebrate our Olympians.
TV presenter and host Vernon Kay says: “I have seen first-hand how amazingly dedicated and talented our athletes are. This Homecoming event will be a moment to recognise the achievements of these incredible athletes. I can’t wait to celebrate together!”
Broadcaster and host Emma Willis says: “There’s a fantastic buzz during the Olympics, and Team GB’s Homecoming event will be the perfect way to celebrate and welcome home our phenomenal athletes. I’m super excited to be asked to host, along with Vernon. I have no doubt it’ll be a very fun and special evening.”
Bringing the nation together in welcoming home our athletes, the concert will take place on Saturday 17 August at the AO Arena, Manchester and will be broadcast on BBC One and iPlayer on 18 August.
The event is a thank you to National Lottery players, whose support enables the nations elite athletes to devote themselves to their sport full-time with access to world class coaching, facilities and support teams, enabling Team GB to be one of the best prepared for the Games.
Team GB’s Homecoming by The National Lottery is made by TBI Media, for BBC One and iPlayer, where the Executive Producers are Phil Critchlow and Anna Meadows. It was commissioned by Catherine Catton, Head of Commissioning, Factual Entertainment and Events and the Commissioning Editor for the BBC is Michael Jochnowitz.
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