Bradley Walsh set for out-of-this-world career change with surprising new role


The Chase star, 66, is set to front a new Sky History show investigating UFO sightings, alien encounters and unexplained mysteries


Actor and Presenter Bradley Walsh arrives at the Royal Albert Hall for the Royal Variety Performance in London, Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)© Alamy Stock Photo
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Bradley Walsh is reportedly set to swap the quiz podium for the cosmos as the popular presenter fronts a brand-new series for Sky History dedicated to all things extraterrestrial. 

The 66-year-old will travel the globe to investigate UFO sightings, alien encounters and unexplained mysteries.

Bradley Walsh attends the National Television Awards on January 25, 2017 in London, United Kingdom.  (Photo by Anthony Harvey/Getty Images)© Anthony Harvey/Getty Images
Bradley Walsh is reportedly set to host a new Sky History show

The former Coronation Street star is a regular fixture on our screens thanks to his smash-hit shows like The Chase, Gladiators, Bradley Walsh & Son: Breaking Dad and Blankety Blank. Following his deep dive into the mysteries of ancient history in last year's Sky History documentary, Bradley Walsh: Egypt's Cosmic Code, the presenter is embarking on a new, otherworldly investigation. 

Bradley Walsh in a promotional image for The Chase© ITV
The broadcaster is best known for hosting The Chase

Here is everything we know about his latest adventure.

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What to expect from Bradley's new show

Titled Bradley Walsh: Out Of This World, the series will examine unexplained phenomena such as crop circles and have access to official military files both in the UK and the US, which document mysterious sightings, according to The Sun.

A source told the publication that the presenter holds a deep fascination with extraterrestrial theories, particularly concerning ancient history and engineering.

Man in cowboy hat sitting in front of Egyptian tombs© Hearst Networks
Bradley presented Egypt's Cosmic Code for Sky History last year

Filming is reportedly underway on the series, which takes Bradley to Sweden, where he'll see their 'ghost ships', and Arizona, where he will meet military insiders, eyewitnesses and scientists. He'll even attempt to find the lost city of Atlantis.

HELLO! has reached out to Sky for comment. 

An exciting time for Bradley

The report comes during a busy time for Bradley, who is heading on tour in September for his upcoming show, The Prat Pack's Back.

Bradley, along with his longtime friends and fellow entertainers Brian Conley, Shane Richie and Joe Pasquale, is returning to the stage following their sold-out run in 2025. 

Brian Conley, Joe Pasquale, Bradley Walsh and Shane Richie © Gary Moyes
Brian Conley, Joe Pasquale, Bradley Walsh and Shane Richie are going back on tour for The Prat Pack's Back

A take on The Rat Pack, the foursome put their spin on the classic songs of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr, accompanied by a 15-piece live band. 

Billed as a "high-octane tribute to the legendary Rat Pack", the tour begins at the Edinburgh Playhouse on 2 September 2026, before travelling to various venues across the UK, including Glasgow, Manchester and the iconic London Palladium.

Brian Conley, Joe Pasquale, Bradley Walsh and Shane Richie © Gary Moyes
The tour begins at the Edinburgh Playhouse on 2 September 2026

On returning to the stage, Bradley said in a statement: "We had so much fun on the road in 2025, as much fun as those amazing audiences, and we couldn't resist the call to get back on the road.

"These shows are going to be even bigger, even better and even more hilarious. Brian, Joe and Shane are my best friends and there is no one I would rather be on the tour bus with!"

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