The Saturday Night Takeaway finale afterparty was filled with stars like Rylan Clark, Alison Hammond, Simon Cowell, and his fiancée Lauren Silverman. Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly bid farewell to the ITV show after 22 years with emotional goodbyes, leaving viewers in tears. After the show, celebrities headed to an afterparty at Home House in White City. Rylan was seen dancing, smoking a cigarette, and hugging Josie Gibson, clearly enjoying himself. Alison Hammond and Simon Cowell with Lauren Silverman were also spotted making giddy departures from the party in high spirits.
Ant and Dec serenaded the audience with a song as they bid farewell to the show, expressing gratitude for being a part of viewers’ Saturday nights for the past 22 years. They reflected on how the show had exceeded their wildest dreams and how much they had enjoyed every second of making it. After leaving the stage, they were joined by McFly’s Danny Jones and Tom Fletcher for a rendition of a song, bringing tears to viewers at home. Fans took to Twitter to express their emotional reactions and gratitude to Ant and Dec for entertaining them over the years.
The final episode of Saturday Night Takeaway was marked by madcap chaos, with Ant injuring himself while tackling Stephen Mulhern live on air. Stephen, who had been absent due to illness, returned to the show to engage in a penalty shootout competition with Ant and Dec. Comedian Stephen was dressed as a giant gold trophy, adding to the comedic atmosphere. The show was filled with unexpected moments and heartfelt farewells as it bid adieu after 22 years on air.
During the final episode, celebrities like Holly Willoughby and Rylan Clark dialled in as part of the I’m A Celebrity…Get Out Of Me Ear! prank segment. The tables were turned as celebrities instructed Ant and Dec to perform hilarious and embarrassing tasks in public. The hosts gamely followed the instructions, much to the amusement of everyone involved. Other stars like Simon Cowell, Alison Hammond, Oti Mabuse, and Gino D’Acampo also got the chance to direct Ant and Dec in various shenanigans.
The finale of the show also featured chaotic moments like an accidental swear word during a segment, as well as a Ring My Bell challenge that took an unexpected turn. Contestants and their neighbors had to participate in challenges involving quirky tasks to win cash prizes, resulting in amusing and entertaining scenarios. The live nature of the show added to the excitement, with viewers enjoying the unpredictable and humorous moments that unfolded. Despite the emotional farewells, the finale of Saturday Night Takeaway brought laughter and joy to its loyal audience.
The show’s opening montage featuring various title sequences from over the years sparked nostalgia and tears among fans, setting the tone for a bittersweet farewell. The cast and crew of Saturday Night Takeaway celebrated 22 years of entertaining audiences with music, dance, and heartfelt speeches. The emotional sendoff marked the end of an era in British television, leaving a lasting impact on viewers and participants alike. Ant and Dec’s chemistry, along with the show’s unique brand of chaos and humor, will be remembered fondly by fans for years to come.
