It will be the first show Lineker has fronted since exiting his role on the BBC’s Match of the Day back in May and moving to the rival channel. Reality TV star Joey Essex and Lorraine presenter Ranvir Singh are among the famous faces taking part in The Box, which will be filmed in the UK later this year and air in 2026. ITV The Box celebrity contestants revealedLet’s take a look at the “impressive” line-up in full, set to appear on the show next year:Joey Essex – The Only Way is Essex starJohn Bercow – former Commons SpeakerJenny Ryan – The Chase starJB Gill – JLS singerDanny Aarons – YouTuberRanvir Singh – Lorraine presenterSara Davies – Dragons’ Den favouriteGraeme Souness – former footballerEllie Taylor – comedian and actressShakira Khan – Love IslanderWhat is ITV The Box hosted by Gary Lineker about? Each week two players will face The Duel, a finale in which the loser leaves the competition for good. “I’m excited to be on the sideline with a front row seat to see all the action unfold.”Recommended reading:Katie Rawcliffe, director of entertainment, reality and daytime commissioning at ITV, added: “We’re delighted to welcome this impressive line-up of celebrities to The Box.