DIY SOS ‘s future has reportedly been called into question after host Nick Knowles signed a contract to host shows on rival Channel 5.
The often tear-jerking home makeover show sees Nick and his team transform homes, and has been on the air since 1999.
But now, BBC bosses are reportedly unable to confirm if the show will return for another series after Nick’s exclusive contract ended, leaving him able to present on other channels.
He will host Your Life on Your Lawn, which assists families with decluttering their homes, and Home Improvements, where he will offer advice to homeowners to bring their properties to their best potential.
A source told The Sun : “DIY SOS has been a staple for years, so to see it not being prioritised is a bit strange.“
“The pandemic has not helped with delays. There appears to be no firm plan as to when it will return.”
The Mirror has contacted a representative for the BBC for comment.
Nick said of his new Channel 5 shows: “I’m excited to be working with Channel 5 on these new programmes.
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“They have been channel of the year for two years and are making such good shows currently, it was a no brainer to join in.”
A spokesperson for the BBC said: “Nick is not exclusive to the BBC and like many presenters, he is working across a range of services.”
Nick recently confirmed the latest episode of DIY SOS: The Big Build would be “the last one for a while” after it was filmed in Northern Ireland.
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He tweeted: “Brand new Big Build on BBC1 right now folks – last one for a while.”
He also wrote: “There’s one in half an hour and then we don’t have a date for another.”
He also recorded a video message to promote the show to his 158,000 followers on Twitter, where he explained: “Tune in if you can, it’s the last one for a little while.
“There’s a break again until they show any more. Please tune in if you can and support the show. I think you’ll find it uplifting.”
Originally from https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/diy-sos-future-hangs-balance-23603865