TED Lasso star Kola Bokinni has signed up to take part in Holly Willoughby’s new show Bear Hunt.
The actor – best known for playing Isaac McAdoo, the captain of AFC Richmond on the Apple hit – has already jetted out to Costa Rica to take part in the very ambitious new Netflix programme.
A TV insider said: “Kola jumped at the chance to do the show – he considers himself someone who’s always up for a challenge and a strong person so this show is perfect for him.
“Bosses know he was one of the most popular Ted Lasso stars – they’re really happy he’s signed up.
“He’s already flown over to Costa Rica and is preparing for the show right now.”
The news comes after it was revealed the 31-year-old has already filmed CelebrityRace Across The World, which will see him compete against the likes of Kelly Brook, Scott Mills and Jeff Brazier.
It’s a huge departure from his well-loved role in the Emmy and SAG Award winning Jason Sudeikis show.
The big budget show, hosted by Holly, will see celebs learn survival skills with adventurer Bear Grylls.
He will then chase them through the jungle, with the stars racing away from him in order to win.
Retired rugby player Danny Cipriani is among the celebrities expected to take part.
The Sun also told how Spice Girl Mel B has flown out to give it a go.
Shamed tennis star Boris Becker is another name set to take on the challenge.
Formally announcing the show, which will air next year, Netflix said: “Bear believes there’s an action hero inside us all — even the celebs — but how strong is their will to survive?
“As Bear puts them through their paces, those who fail to impress will face the dreaded ‘Bear Hunt’ — a brutal game of cat and mouse where they’ll be hunted down and, if captured, eliminated from the show.”
Bear Hunt line-up
Holly Willoughby’s new TV show alongside adventurer Bear Grylls has drawn in some big names.
The following are set to appear:
Ted Lasso star Kola Bokinni
Spice Girl Mel B
Little Mix’s Jesy Nelson
Former tennis star Boris Becker
Strictly judge Shirley Ballas
Retired rugby player Danny Cipriani
