Howie Mandel is making a move that nobody noticed coming – the return of Deal or No Deal after it ended on syndication in 2019.
Back in May, it was introduced that the present can be revived by NBC in a Survivor type format, and whereas Howie is ready to govt produce, the host was left unclear.
The information is out – for the brand new model of the present, Deal or No Deal Island, actor Joe Manganiello will debut because the host.
What makes the dynamic between Howie, who introduced the information with a promotional clip, and Joe extra fascinating is that the Magic Mike actor occurs to be the ex-husband of Sofia Vergara aka Howie’s America’s Got Talent co-star and buddy.
“Huge announcement! Coming back bigger and more exciting than ever. Hosted by @JoeManganiello and Executive Produced by @HowieMandel, #DealorNoDealIsland is coming 2024 to @NBC,” the put up asserting the information learn.
Fans reacted to the comeback with feedback like: “My favorite show is back!!!!” and: “Let’s goooooo!!!” in addition to: “Yessss this is one of my favorite shows.” Several earlier fashions from the present, famend for exhibiting the famed shiny briefcases, responded with their willingness to return as effectively. Fun truth: Meghan Markle was as soon as a mannequin for case #24 again in the present’s second season throughout her pre-Suits days!
Corie Henson, EVP of unscripted content material for NBCUniversal Entertainment mentioned in an announcement: “The role of Deal or No Deal host has always been held by someone charming, hilarious and devastatingly handsome.
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“When we took the present out of the studio and transported the sport to the Banker’s Island, Joe was the apparent alternative. He loves all types of video games, lives for journey and is not afraid to stare down a snake or two to assist gamers win a life-changing payday and, hopefully, beat the Banker at his personal recreation.”
The 13 contestants in this version of the show will be taken to an undisclosed private island called “Banker’s Island,” where they will face off in a series of competitions while playing the classic game of “deal or no deal.”
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Joe will be the representative for the banker, leading the contestants through the game while communicating the banker’s offers as the contestants try to outwit each other.
© Getty ImagesAn official synopsis reads: “Several briefcases will be hidden on the island with millions in prize money split between them.
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“In every episode, gamers vie to get their arms on the highest-value briefcase for an opportunity to achieve immunity and select a fellow participant to enter ‘The Temple,’ the place they have to play a high-stakes recreation of ‘Deal or No Deal.'”
© Getty ImagesThe present was initially hosted by Howie when it was introduced over from the Netherlands in 2005 and ran in its authentic syndication until 2009. It was then revived briefly in 2018 and ran until 2019, this time with the Canadian comedian as each host and govt producer.
The new season of Deal or No Deal Island will premiere on NBC in 2024.
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