After growing speculation that would not be hosting the next season of , can exclusively confirm Sophie will be back in hosting duties for the sixth series, after mounting rumours that was going to take over the role. Sophie has been hosting the show since it started in 2018 and while she once touted it the "best job" she's ever had, reports started circulating last week that the reality star wouldn't be back for the 2024 season, with column reporting star was in contention for the role. In a statement to Nine confirmed Sophie would be back for the next season of as its host.
It's also been rumoured that Sophie is being considered to host new Channel Nine show a format that launched in the Netherlands in 2023 and has since been picked up in 14 other countries, including America. However, also understands Channel Nine had their eye on Rodger Corser for the show after wasn't renewed for a third season, with confirmation on hosting duties to be confirmed at the network's upcoming Upfronts. The sixth season of is set to film in the backend of 2024, with a source telling earlier this year that the show was 'spoilt' when it came to applications.
“Insiders can confirm that Channel Nine was spoilt for choice with applicants for the Australian franchise. Aussie hopefuls really understand the brand,” says our source. “They say this every year but the auditions are going extremely well and there are some personalities that audiences will talk about for years.
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