Autumn is here, and that means Richard Osman’s House of Games is back for its eighth season. Quiz show host Richard Osman will be challenging four celebrities in five rounds over the course of a week. The rounds will test their general knowledge, teamwork, and quick thinking in the “Answer Smash” round.
The first lineup of contestants for this season includes Ahir Shah, Michaela Strachan, Dr Xand van Tulleken, and Vogue Williams. Let’s take a closer look at who they are:
Ahir Shah, 33, is a successful stand-up comedian who recently won the Edinburgh Comedy Award. His stand-up show, ENDS, was even released on Netflix in September.
Michaela Strachan, 58, is a well-known television presenter, famous for her work on shows like Springwatch and The Really Wild Show.
Dr Xand van Tulleken, 46, is a doctor who has fronted documentaries such as Operation Ouch and How To Lose Weight Well.
Vogue Williams, 38, is an Irish model and TV personality who has appeared on shows like Dancing With The Stars and Bear Grylls: Mission Survive. She is also married to Spencer Matthews from Made in Chelsea.
Richard Osman’s House of Games will premiere on Monday, September 23rd at 6pm on BBC Two, with new episodes airing every weekday at the same time. If you miss an episode, you can catch up on iPlayer. Make sure to tune in to see how these celebrities fare in the challenges set by Richard Osman.