Ant McPartlin requires 'medical attention' as he cuts his head on BGT set
He was bandaged up!
Loveable Geordie duo Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly have kept audiences entertained for 15 series of hit show Britain's Got Talent, and this year is certainly no different!
However, it seems Ant got a little too involved with one act during this weekend show, as the 46-year-old endured a small cut to his head whilst trying to open an coconut.
In a video posted to BGT's official social media accounts, Ant can be seen trying to punch open a coconut as an act attempts to set a new world record, before he quickly realises that method would 'break his knuckles'.
Not giving in, Ant then attempts to open the coconut by headbutting it, which leads to him cutting his forehead, much to the amusement of co-host Dec.
After Ant sarcastically called for a medic to help him, it seems healthy and safety is priority on set, with the medic bandaging up his head, before jokingly telling Ant he'd need to change the dressing every day for the next three weeks.
Despite Ant actually injuring himself in the video, fans were quick to comment expressing how much the Geordie duo cheer them up.
One wrote: 'Love you two. I was feeling down and this made me laugh and smile. Thanks!', with another writing: 'Aww why couldn't any of this have made the show?!?! Watching it has made my night anyway 🤣'.
Another added: 'My abdominal muscles are literally cramping from laughing so hard just now. This is pure TV gold 😂😂😂'.
Check out these Ant and Dec facts you may not have known:
1. Ant and Dec become friends through football
Believe it or not the pair didn't get along at first but it was their joint love for football and in particular their local team Newcastle United that bonded the pair together.
According to reports, Ant invited Dec along to Newcastle's Boxing Day match in 1990 and the rest is history.
2. They were neighbours for a number of years
Not only do they work together but Ant and Dec used to live just three doors away from each other in West London! However, after Ant's split from his ex-wife Lisa Armstrong, Ant bought a new £5 million home in South West London.
Despite this, Ant and Dec have holiday homes next door to each other in sunny Portugal.
3. They bet who would be the first to get married
When they were just 15, Ant and Dec bet £50 who would be the first to get married. Ant was forced to pay Dec the money when he tied the knot in 2006 to Lisa Armstrong.
Dec married Ali Astall in August 2015.
After his divorce from Lisa, Ant re-married in August 2021 when he tied the knot with his girlfriend Anne-Marie Corbett.
4. They have life insurance against each other
In the awful event that one of them dies, the other will receive a pay out as they both have life insurance against each other.
5. Ant and Dec bought the rights to Byker Grove
It was the show which kick-started their careers but Ant and Dec reportedly bought the rights to Byker Grove when the production company went bust. In 2023, the boys confirmed they are rebooting Byker Grove, acting as producers.
6. Ant and Dec have been sued before
The boys were sued by an American comedian (who also had the name Ant) for using his name during their time in America. Unsurprisingly the allegations of fraud were dismissed!
7. A huge amount of people mix Ant and Dec up
After a poll found that 70% of viewers were unable to tell the boys apart, Dec admitted standing in the same positions is a useful way to help out the public.
The pair now position themselves so that Ant is on the viewer's left, and Dec on the right.
8. Ant and Dec are music stars
Before they became the kings of presenting, Ant and Dec (AKA PJ and Duncan) enjoyed an extensive music career. The pair released sixteen singles and three album including their biggest hit to date 'Let's Get Ready To Rhumble'.
9. Ant and Dec hold a Guinness World Record
In 2019 the boys were rewarded with a Guinness World Record for the most National Television Awards for Best Presenter won consecutively.
In September 2024, Ant and Dec won Best Presenter at the NTAs for the 23rd consecutive year! It was never in doubt!
10. Ant and Dec both have an OBE
In 2017, both Ant and Dec received an OBE from Prince Charles for their services to broadcasting and entertainment. The boys collected their accolades at Buckingham Palace.
11. Ant and Dec have hosted The BRIT Awards
Ant and Dec first hosted The BRIT Awards way back in 2001, before making a return to the stage in both 2015 and 2016.
12. Ant and Dec are worth millions
Due to their phenomenal careers, it's reported that Ant and Dec's current net worth is estimated to be around £62 million each.
Lend us a tenner lads!
13. Ant and Dec both have phobias
Believe it or not, despite Ant and Dec hosting I'm A Celebrity in the Australian Jungle, both of them have phobias! Ant is scared of spiders and Dec is terrified of birds!
14. Ant and Dec have their name trademarked
Since 2003, the name 'Ant and Dec' has been trademarked in the UK in the category of 'Entertainment services'.
15. Ant and Dec are RELATED!
When taking part in their 2019 documentary Ant and Dec's DNA Journey, the boys discovered the are actually distant cousins!
The popular pair found out they share a S660 DNA marker, meaning they are related in an incredibly distant way.
16. Ant and Dec are REBOOTING Byker Grove
In July 2023, Ant and Dec (or should we say PJ and Duncan) announced they were rebooting series Byker Grove, which originally aired between 1989-2006! The pair confirmed they would be Executive Producers on the show.
17. Ant and Dec are both proud dads
Dec is a proud dad to his two children, daughter Isla Elizabeth Anne Donnelly and son Jack Anthony Alphonsus. Meanwhile, in May 2024, Ant become a father for the first time when his wife Anne-Marie gave birth to a baby boy called Wilder Patrick McPartlin.
Meanwhile, as the fourth episode of the brand new series hits screens this weekend, viewers will witness a number of new acts attempting to make it into the next round.
This weekend, viewers will see the likes of 5 Star Boys, Honey Scott, Jerry Bakewell, Linda John Pierre, Ranger Chris, The Freaks and the Manchester Communication Primary Academy.
Britain's Got Talent airs at 8pm on Saturday 30th April.
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